Real Agriculture
AUGUST 13, 2024
What’s the best planting depth for corn? There’s lots of research that points to a two-inch depth, but there’s growing evidence that planting corn up to three inches deep is a better choice if the seed can access optimum moisture levels at that depth. On this episode of The Sharp Edge, Maizex Seeds agronomist Henry.
Food Politics
AUGUST 13, 2024
I was interested to see this article in The Lancet: Mexico’s bold new law on adequate and sustainable nutrition. Mexico’s new General Law on Adequate and Sustainable Nutrition ( Ley general de Alimentación Adecuada y Sostenible ) is a substantial step towards transforming food systems to address NCDs and promote environmental sustainability… It enshrines the human right to food…It prioritises health, environmental stewardship, water access, children’s health, enhanced food supply and distrib
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Real Agriculture
AUGUST 13, 2024
There are several things that producers and agronomists can do to set a crop up for the best pollination possible, but there is one major factor that no one can control: the weather. In this episode of The Agronomists, not two but three guests join host Lyndsey Smith for a discussion on what can go. Read More There are several things that producers and agronomists can do to set a crop up for the best pollination possible, but there is one major factor that no one can control: the weather.
Civil Eats
AUGUST 13, 2024
Growing up in a Black American family, I was steeped in the wisdom of natural remedies passed down through generations. My childhood memories include my grandmother making garlic tinctures, boiling ginger tea, and delivering spoonfuls of elderberry syrup to me when I was sick. When I had the flu, she’d put slices of onions in my socks to “pull the cold out.
Modern Farmer
AUGUST 13, 2024
When Mary Dougherty first heard of the plan to build a 26,000-hog concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) in her home of Bayfield, Wisconsin, she knew it was bad news. What she didn’t know was what to do about it. She had never thought of herself as an organizer or an environmentalist. She ran a restaurant. She published a cookbook. She was a mom to five kids.
USDA Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
In Miami, crops grow 365 days a year. This fact spurred Dr. Maruthi Sridhar Balaji Bhaskar of Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, Florida, to take action to help his students. “We have lots of interest in agriculture here,” said Bhaskar, an associate professor in the FIU Department of Earth and Environment. “I want my students to know what different opportunities are available to them, especially with USDA.
AgriLife Today
AUGUST 13, 2024
Texas Crop and Weather Report The post Texas ranchers optimistic amid slow beef herd rebuild appeared first on AgriLife Today.
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AgriLife Today
AUGUST 13, 2024
Endowed professorship, five-year grant support plant developmental biology researcher The post Dong named Sadie Hatfield Endowed Professor in Agriculture appeared first on AgriLife Today.
USDA Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Oklahoma and Texas form one of the nation’s most abundant agricultural regions. According to the 2022 Census of Agriculture , these two states accounted for 8% of total U.S. agricultural sales. The market value of agricultural products from Texas came to $32.2 billion, 6% of U.S. agricultural sales. In Oklahoma, the market value of agricultural sales reached $8.5 billion, 2% of total U.S. agricultural sales.
Agric4profits
AUGUST 13, 2024
Storage means the phase of the post-harvest system during which the products are kept in such a way as to guarantee food security other than during periods of a
USDA Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
When purchasing food, many consumers look for information on where the food came from and how it was produced. No antibiotics, cage-free, and grass-fed are a few marketing claims consumers find on protein-based food packaging. To provide assurance to customers of the validity of these and other claims, producers often enlist the services of USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS).
Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast
AUGUST 13, 2024
NOAA released its latest global climate summary earlier this week. It shows that for the earth as a whole, this was the warmest July since records began in 1880. This makes 14 months in a row of record warmth.
AgriLife Today
AUGUST 13, 2024
Whether you call them stickers or sandburs, a Texas A&M AgriLife expert can help you win the war against these prickly little pain dispensers
Tillable
AUGUST 13, 2024
July CamoAg Updates: Salesforce Integration, Custom Soil Maps & 2023 Subsidy Data We are excited to announce several new features in CamoAg designed to enhance your ag lending and agribusiness operations, streamline your workflows, and provide deeper insights into your customers. Here’s a quick glance at what was released in July: View Contacts and Organization Contacts from your Salesforce and CRM in CamoAG Find New Listings and Auctions Faster with Create Date Filter Create More Detaile
Daily Yonder
AUGUST 13, 2024
This story was originally published by Energy News Network. Research underway at a Madison County solar farm promises to shed light on how well multi-use farming can work at a large scale. The answers will help shape best practices for future projects, while addressing some concerns raised in ongoing debates over siting large solar projects in rural farm areas.
Berkeley Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Berkeley Law, renowned for its innovative legal education and leadership in law and technology, is proud to announce the launch of the first-ever law degree with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI).
Farming First
AUGUST 13, 2024
As global food insecurity worsens, amplifying Indigenous Peoples' rights, voices and knowledge can help to create a resilient food future for all. The post Transforming Food Systems Must Include Indigenous Peoples’ Rights, Voices and Knowledge appeared first on Farming First.
Berkeley Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
“Regardless of where you stand on guns, there is no doubt that gun violence is a key contributor to disability, injury and of death for Americans." The post UC Berkeley course explores gun violence as a public health issue appeared first on Berkeley News.
Agric4profits
AUGUST 13, 2024
Farm management principles associated with agricultural processing comprise a set of rules and economic theories, which ensure that choice of decision made will
Modern Farmer
AUGUST 13, 2024
The American food system relies heavily on industrial animal agriculture. Thousands or tens of thousands of animals packed into one place have been justified by the industry as a way to feed more people. But there are undeniable costs associated with this type of food production. Communities living near these operations bear the brunt of air and water pollution, among other things.
Agric4profits
AUGUST 13, 2024
An agribusiness enterprise or an enterprise in agricultural sector is any producing unit that combines resources to achieve its strategic objective(s).
DTN
AUGUST 13, 2024
In recent years, the agricultural sector has undergone significant transformations, particularly in how grain traders interact with farmers and manage their grain supplies. For grain originators, understanding these shifts is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and fostering strong relationships with growers. This article explores the changing grower landscape, emerging trends in farmer engagement, and the growing importance of sustainability practices, particularly as carbon impacts become
Agric4profits
AUGUST 13, 2024
Klonsky (2011) observed that the development of agricultural business from a laissez faire operation calls for its organization for efficient operation in a gro
Cropin Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Synopsis: Agriculture is undergoing a data-driven transformation. Farmers and agribusinesses can unlock hidden insights, optimize operations, and ensure a sustainable future by harnessing big data analytics. This blog explores the potential of data analytics in agriculture.
Agric4profits
AUGUST 13, 2024
This article will give you a general introduction to tree crops, social and cultural importance in Nigeria.
Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast
AUGUST 13, 2024
The National Hurricane Center has just debuted a new updated hurricane cone with a sleeker look. While they are not yet using it in notifications about TS Ernesto, which is about to hit Puerto Rico, it should be appearing on their website soon.
DTN
AUGUST 13, 2024
The grain industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by advances in data analytics and artificial intelligence. Like it or not, we cannot close our eyes and pretend it’s not happening. In the past three decades, as the information age has evolved, a lot of data has been gathered around the world. A whole lot. This is happening in all industries, all sectors, and everywhere in between.
Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast
AUGUST 13, 2024
Since my last blog post on the tropics, Tropical Depression 5 has organized and became Tropical Storm Ernesto yesterday. It has been moving at a very fast rate of speed and is now approaching Puerto Rico.
Tillable
AUGUST 13, 2024
Why Agribusinesses Need to Market and Sell Smarter using Ag-Specific Data Agriculture has long embraced data-driven tools to optimize crop yields, manage resources, and enhance farm efficiency. With precision agriculture technologies now more than a decade old, the industry is well-versed in using data to gain insights that drive decision-making on the farm.
DTN
AUGUST 13, 2024
In recent years, the agricultural sector has undergone significant transformations, particularly in how grain traders interact with farmers and manage their grain supplies. For grain originators, understanding these shifts is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and fostering strong relationships with growers. This article explores the changing grower landscape, emerging trends in farmer engagement, and the growing importance of sustainability practices, particularly as carbon impacts become
CalCAN
AUGUST 13, 2024
This blog is the second in a four-part series that delves into the recent program evaluation of California’s Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Programs. In this installment, we focus on the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP), highlighting some of The post SWEEP: New Climate Smart Ag Program Evaluation Shows Program Successes and Opportunities appeared first on CalCAN - California Climate & Agriculture Network.
Agwired
AUGUST 13, 2024
Speaking at the Ag Media Summit was Greg Peterson and Kendal Peterson of the well-known Peterson Brothers. I first met Greg Peterson at the 2012 Ag Media Summit. I interviewed him before a panel we were on and you can still listen to it here. That same year Greg and Nathan attended the AgChat Agvocacy 2.0 Conference and Jamie Johansen was there and she talked to them about their first video which just blew up and they became Ag Stars.
ATTRA
AUGUST 13, 2024
Proposals must be submitted by September 9, 2024. California Department of Food and Agriculture is accepting proposals for the 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program , to enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. Grant awards will range from $100,000 to $500,000 per project; projects may last for up to two years and eight months. Nonprofit and for-profit organizations; local, state, federal, and Tribal governments; and public and private colleges and universities are eligible t
Agwired
AUGUST 13, 2024
The latest Crop Production report from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is forecasting record corn and soybean yields this year, with higher total production for soybeans and slightly lower for corn. Corn production is expected to be down 1% from last year at 15.1 billion bushels while soybean production is forecast to be 10% higher than 2023 at a record high 4.59 billion bushels.
Real Agriculture
AUGUST 13, 2024
With an average of over 20 million seeded acres in Canada, canola is one of Canada’s most widely grown crops. Used for cooking oil, processing foods, biofuel and protein for both animal feed and human consumption, it’s safe to say that it’s important to keep this vital crop protected from diseases such as clubroot, a. Read More With an average of over 20 million seeded acres in Canada, canola is one of Canada’s most widely grown crops.
Agwired
AUGUST 13, 2024
The National Pork Board (NPB) partnered with the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) to convene a group of public health, animal health and swine professionals in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to build relationships and explore opportunities for One Health collaborations. The event was sponsored by the Pork Checkoff with the support of several state pork associations and producers from Minnesota and South Dakota.
Real Agriculture
AUGUST 13, 2024
Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Koch Ag Services. Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Kyle Larkin with Grain Growers of Canada to discuss the potential rail strike; Greg Northey with Pulse Canada on how to stop the rail strike; Justin Funk with RealAgristudies on the. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Koch Ag Services.
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