Mon.Nov 13, 2023

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Farmer Focus: Never have I felt so unvalued by British Sugar

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly We’re not a lot further on with drilling than a month ago, but we have at least got some done for others on drier land. A third of our winter combinables are left to sow.

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Six Nuffield Canada scholars for 2024 announced

Real Agriculture

Nuffield Canada has announced the six individuals that will receive scholarships to fund self-directed agricultural research, including international travel, over the next two years. “This unique scholarship opportunity develops new influencers who will reshape our Canadian agricultural sector with innovation, global perspectives and leadership,” explains Blake Vince, chair of Nuffield Canada and 2013 Nuffield scholar.

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Who is Steve Barclay, the new Defra secretary?

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Former health secretary Steve Barclay has been confirmed as the new Defra secretary, following Therese Coffey’s resignation. Mr Barclay, who has served as secretary of state for health and Brexit secretary, among several other government posts, is parliamentary patron of the Conservative rural forum. See also: Steve Barclay appointed as new Defra secretary in reshuffle […] The post Who is Steve Barclay, the new Defra secretary?

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Bayer considering spinning off crop science business

Real Agriculture

Bayer’s new CEO says the company’s management is evaluating whether to spin off its crop science division as part of a company-wide restructuring process. A German news outlet reported in July that Bill Anderson was considering divesting the company’s agriculture business — one of Bayer’s three divisions, along with Bayer Pharmaceuticals and Bayer Consumer Health.

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Farmers on high alert after bluetongue confirmed in Kent

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Livestock farmers across the UK are being urged to stay vigilant after bluetongue virus (BTV) was detected in a dairy cow in Kent – the first confirmed case of the virus in Great Britain for 16 years.

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An electric reality check for manufacturers at Agritechnica

Real Agriculture

This year marks my fourth visit to Agritechnica, the premier global agricultural event, and it once again has not disappointed. Agritechnica is buzzing with activity as farmers and industry enthusiasts are here in droves, eagerly anticipating the latest in agricultural innovation and technology. Comparing Agritechnica 2023 to the 2019 edition, there’s a sense of pragmatism.

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Harvest heatwaves likely to lead to surge in farm fires

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Hotter summers and record temperatures are expected to become more commonplace for future harvests, therefore increasing the risk of farm fires. In 2022, the UK faced an exceptionally hot and dry harvest with temperatures breaking 40C, which resulted in a 21% increase in the number of farm fires, according to figures from NFU Mutual.

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Tractor driver jailed over fatal crash involving cyclists

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly A tractor driver who killed a woman cyclist and seriously injured her teenage son was using his mobile phone in the moments before the crash, a court was told. Jonathan Sumner, of Davenport Lane, Arclid, Cheshire, was jailed for eight years and six months at Chester Crown Court on Friday 10 November.

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Weird conflicts disclosure of the week: The Portfolio Diet

Food Politics

Several readers wrote suggesting I take a look at the conflicts of interest statement on this paper. It comes from the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, which issued a press release: Harvard study: ‘Portfolio diet’ may decrease risk of heart disease, stroke. The portfolio diet—a plant-based diet designed to lower unhealthy cholesterol , emphasizing plant proteins (legumes), phytosterols ( nuts and seeds), viscous fiber (oats, barley, berries, apples), and plant-based monounsaturated

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Agritechnica 2023: Stoll develops telescopic boom for tractor loaders

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Stoll reckons it has overcome the one shortcoming of tractor-mounted loaders – a lack of reach. Its novel X-Tra Lift concept comes with telescopic arms attached to swivelling joints that increase the horizontal range by 1m and the lift height by up to 1.5m, to a maximum of almost 5.5m.

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Congressional ag leaders agree to farm bill extension

Western FarmPress

One-year extension included in temporary funding bill proposed by Speaker Johnson.

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Agritechnica 2023: Fendt Helios swaps diesel engine for hydrogen fuel cell

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Efforts to create a greener future for farm machinery have spawned myriad tractors with alternative powertrains, one of which is the Helios from Fendt. Based on a 700-series tractor frame, the prototype machine has a hydrogen fuel cell and 25kWh battery where the engine would normally be, which power a 100kW (134hp) electric motor.

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RealAg Radio: Agritechnica, organic matter mysteries, the value of bins, and flying on cover crops, Nov 13, 2023

Real Agriculture

It’s Agronomic Monday on RealAg Radio! On this episode, guest host for the week Lyndsey Smith is joined by RealAgriculture’s in-house agronomist, Peter Johnson, to discuss: The value of building bins and the risk of dryer fires; Why some corn hybrids are not drying down; and, How organic matter is made. We will also hear. Read More It’s Agronomic Monday on RealAg Radio!

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Steve Barclay appointed as new Defra secretary in reshuffle

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly MP for North East Cambridgeshire Steve Barclay has been announced as the new Defra secretary. The announcement comes after Therese Coffey resigned as Defra secretary, after serving just over 12 months in post.

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Crop progress: Winter wheat quality slides lower

Western FarmPress

Corn and soybean harvests inch closer to the finish line.

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Agritechnica 2023: Mazzotti self-propelled sprayers get John Deere livery

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Work to bring Italian-built Mazzotti sprayers into the John Deere fold has reached its conclusion, with the green giant finally committing to paint them in its own colours. The result is the new 300-series which, although largely the same as the yellow machines that went before, contains a few crucial updates.

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New farm bill a must for farmers’ security, Stabenow says

Western FarmPress

Farm bill negotiations between the House and Senate will probably move into 2024, according to Sen. Stabenow.

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Opinion: Autumn mornings quiet after road racers curbed

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly The clocks may have changed, but my body clock takes some time to catch up. For a few lovely days, there’s a drowsy bonus hour before the alarm goes off, perfect for contemplating the arable season just gone. For us, of course, it has been an extraordinary summer.

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Hog market tune is a dirge

Western FarmPress

Hog Outlook: Costs, demand and supply drive the current and future industry picture.

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Maize grower relief at emergency seed treatment ruling

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly British maize growers can breathe a sigh of relief that three European seed treatments have been given the green light for UK use next year. UK regulators have granted emergency authorisations for: Korit – bird repellent Redigo M – fungicide Force ST – wireworm product.

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Peanut weed control is down, but not out

Western FarmPress

If we look at the dark side of peanut weed control, or the future, there are only two herbicides bubbling in the peanut herbicide pipeline.

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Agritechnica 2023: Weaving launches low-cost Lynx tine drill

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Evesham-based outfit Weaving returned to the halls of Hanover for the first time in a decade with a new min-till tine drill – the Lynx. It is a lighter, more compact version of the popular Sabre Drill, it comes in about £13,000 cheaper, and just 150hp should suffice for the 6m version.

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Tips for preserving historic barns

Western FarmPress

An expert in timber and historic building restoration shares advice for saving old barns.

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‘We’re Cut Off’: Rural Farmers Are Desperate For Broadband Internet

Modern Farmer

When COVID 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. As schools went virtual, little Hudson had to start her kindergarten classes online.

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Market faces demand questions

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Do end users think it’s buying time for corn and soybeans?

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Guide to Slaughter and Conversion of Muscle to Meat

Agric4profits

The myofilaments are the smallest structural unit of the muscle where contraction and relaxation of the muscle occurs.

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New Holland thinks big with latest combine series

Western FarmPress

Company offers lots to see at Agritechnica with new CR11 combine, larger methane tractor and next-level baler automation.

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How to Start a No-till Garden

Agric4profits

Starting a No-till Garden means not digging up the soil. Instead of turning the soil, you leave it undisturbed. This helps to keep the soil structure intact.

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Farm Progress America, November 13, 2023

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson examines the trader's reactions to the corn, soybean and what updates released for the November WASDE report last week.

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Methods of Evaluation of Animal Body Composition

Agric4profits

It is the estimation (visually, physically, or chemically) of the proportions of muscle to fat or vice versa that comprises the evaluation of animal body

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Dairy farmers generate renewable energy

Western FarmPress

Digesters can break down manure and produce methane.

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Stock enhancement program shows promise in enhancing Texas’ southern flounder population

AgriLife Today

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service collaborates with Texas Parks and Wildlife to ensure state fisheries health Texas’ southern flounder stock enhancement program, led by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in collaboration with specialists from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, celebrated a record production year in 2022 with the release of nearly 300,000 juvenile.

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Did wildfire smoke cause corn to mature late?

Western FarmPress

Corn Illustrated: Smoke from Canadian wildfires affecting the crop is a popular rumor spreading across farm country, but there is a better explanation.

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How to Start a Food Forest

Agric4profits

To Start a food forest means creating a little piece of nature where you grow lots of different foods like fruits, nuts, and veggies.

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WHEAT SCOOPS: $10 wheat is the old $5 wheat

Western FarmPress

A look back at monthly average wheat prices from June of 1949 to August of 2023. "Now, $10 wheat is our battle cry.

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Animal Growth and Development Process

Agric4profits

Obtaining such products as meat, milk, and eggs would not have been possible if the animals were not in the proper physiological state.

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Fewer beetles, but wider distribution

Western FarmPress

WSDA sees its first major decline in Popillia japonica numbers.