Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Telecommunications companies working to bring cell and data service to areas with poor connectivity by satellite have reached several milestones over the past week, raising hopes of better cell service for areas lacking coverage from existing cell towers, including many farm fields and pastures. While traditional satellite phones which required specialized devices and expensive high-altitude.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Advocates push for more data to shed light on issues.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The application of sulphur fertilizer involves a key question: when does the crop need the sulphur? Sulphur application might not be a common one, but for both the east and the west, it’s one that requires long-term planning as some products require weathering and microbial breakdown to release the nutrient. There are a few options. Read More The application of sulphur fertilizer involves a key question: when does the crop need the sulphur?

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Last week, COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, signaled its intent to bring food systems into future COP negotiations. Until now, fixing food systems had hardly been on the environmental agenda, with most attention going to the energy sector. Yet there is a clear consensus that food systems are badly affected by extreme weather events and offer a solution for our climate crisis.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Spraying enthusiasts visiting Agritechnica 23 had plenty of good things to say when visiting the Agrotop location to check out the company’s easyFlow M self-cleaning chemical transfer system. All the chatter prompted RealAgriculture’s Shaun Haney to ask Agrotop’s export manager Joachim Herfort for a hands-on demonstration of how the closed, contamination-avoiding and self-cleaning transfer system.

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Civil Eats

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As Justin Holt comes in for a handshake on a bright morning in early November, it’s hard not to notice the color of his palms. They’re the hue of fine wooden furniture, a warm, ruddy tone that is considerably darker than the wrists that peek out from the long sleeves of his broad-checked flannel shirt. Holt smiles as he turns his hands outward. “They’re going to be brown like this through Christmas,” he says.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2023

It’s time to wrap up this season of The Agronomists, tackling the top agronomy lessons of the year. From extreme dryness in parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan, to a mixed season in Manitoba, and a dry-to-very-wet season in Ontario, we’ve got three agronomists to unpack the worst and wins of 2023. For this episode of. Read More It’s time to wrap up this season of The Agronomists, tackling the top agronomy lessons of the year.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2023

On this “Tuesdays with Lyndsey” edition of RealAg Radio, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Jay Whetter with Canola Digest on pest concerns in canola; A clip from The Agronomists on the top agronomic challenges of ’23; Randy Tkachyk, farmer at Sundown, Manitoba, on the economics of cover crops; and, A Soil School clip with. Read More On this “Tuesdays with Lyndsey” edition of RealAg Radio, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Jay Whetter with Canola Digest on pest concern

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The latest computer forecast models for ENSO events suggest El Niño peaked a few weeks ago and will begin a steady decline in January.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Clemson University researchers are seeking solutions to large amount of varied crop damage caused by deer who wander into farms.

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Daily Yonder

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This story was originally published by Modern Farmer. When Covid-19 hit, Lisa Stroup was excited for her granddaughter to come stay with her full time. The girl’s father was deployed with the military and her mother is a front-line worker; it was safer and easier for everyone if the then-five-year-old moved in with her grandparents for a while. But things got complicated, and quickly.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

E-Corn-Omics: Is the low in for wheat markets? Fresh export demand is keeping U.S. prices competitive with the Black Sea.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Prevent Quitting: Keep Employees Top of Mind in 2024 apiuser Tue, 12/19/2023 - 10:47

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Seed examined for potential to improve human health.

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Modern Farmer

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Dalton Mosser and a trio of workers hustle to hand-truck boxes filled with a few thousand pounds of freshly packaged ground beef through a loading bay into a refrigerated box truck. The 30-year-old president of operations wears newish jeans, a tucked-in button-up shirt and old work boots snagged from his office closet—and was supposed to be in a morning meeting.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

UTIA summarizes a trying year for agriculture in yearly report to governor.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

If there’s any “good” news for 2024, economist Joe Kerns says it’s that it can’t be worse than 2023. Although economists expect 2024 to be another challenging year, some believe it will be a turning point for U.S. pork.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

2024 might be around the corner-- but it doesn't look like producers are ready to grow their herds yet.

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AgriLife Today

DECEMBER 19, 2023

AgriLife Extension expert shares easy DIY recipes and ideas If you’re thinking about giving a homemade gift to friends and family this year, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has five easy seasonal recipes and delicious ideas to share from the Dinner Tonight program. Whether you are a last-minute shopper who needs ideas or someone. Read More → The post Give a homemade gift from your kitchen this holiday season appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

20-year study affirms value of thinning, prescribed burns.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

“I’m shooting for consistent averages around 75 or 80 bushels without stacking inputs,” says Matt Griggs. “ROI don’t lie.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

New demand for renewable diesel boosts demand for canola and soybean oils.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Pine bark botanically known as Pinus massoniana may produce irritation and weariness and may interact with other medications, even if the majority of

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Grass and grazing land coalitions connect producers to experts for advice.

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AgWeb Farm Journal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Soybean fall with Brazil rain forecast; corn follows with concerns about the MX rail issue. Wheat sees short covering with talk of China biz. Cattle consolidate awaiting cash/COF. Kevin Duling, KD Investors has more.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Beef Column: Every movement of new animals to your farm brings biosecurity risks.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Terragon, also known as Artemisia dracunculus, has a long history of being used as a spice and medicine.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A young farmer brings the power of beef to northwest Missouri.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Flame weeding can be a powerful tool for organic weed management. This video provides a general introduction and tips for flame weeding on small-scale farms. The two hooded options shown in the video are the Neversink Inferno Flame Weeder and the Flame Werks 30-Inch Flame Cart. This material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The 25% tariff on imports of U.S. peanut butter was set to be reimposed at the end of this month, on December 31.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Birman cat breed (Felis catus) is an ancient breed that was once known as the Sacred Cat of Burma and has been cherished for generations for her exquisite m

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 comes to an end, eyes are turning to Iowa's land cost survey.

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Cropaia

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in regenerative agriculture, a holistic approach to farming that seeks to restore and revitalize the land while improving crop yields and overall farm profitability. Regenerative agriculture is not just a buzzword; it represents a fundamental shift in the way we view and practice farming. In this article, we’ll take a closer look into what regenerative agriculture means for farmers, the challenges they face in transitioning to this approac

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Beef Brief: Monitor and adjust feed regimens by incorporating high-quality forages.

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Global Agtech Initiative

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Learn how satellite imagery provided by EOS Data Analytics has saved farmers a remarkable up to 15% in irrigation costs. The post How Gradient Crop Yield Solutions Is Using Data Analytics to Enhance Water Management for California Tomato Growers appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Nebraska’s Ag in the Classroom coordinator was recognized by NEFB with its highest honor, the Silver Eagle.

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Global Agtech Initiative

DECEMBER 19, 2023

CropLife 100 ag retailers believe advances in ag tech will aid the equipment sector – eventually. The post CropLife 100 Ag Retailers Are Expecting More from Ag Tech in 2024 appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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