NASDA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Letter Dear Speaker Johnson, Minority Leader Jeffries, Majority Leader Schumer and Minority Leader McConnell: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture supported the draft of H.R. 10445, the Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2025 and sent a letter of support to the House of Representatives.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) has joined a growing list of national agriculture groups that are cutting ties with the federal governments Sustainable Agriculture Strategy. The national cattle producer organization sent a letter to Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay on Thursday, Dec. 19, informing the minister of the associations withdrawal from the governments SAS advisory committee.

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NASDA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Letter Dear Mr. President: Our members represent a broad collection of the agricultural and food supply chains that faced severe shipping disruptions due to the East and Gulf Coast port strike that lasted from October 1 through October 3, 2024. While the strike duration was only 3 days, the impact was felt for a much longer period. Approximately a week in advance of the strike, most U.S. agricultural container shipments to the ports were embargoed to help prevent a backlog and it took weeks afte

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As national leaders in mint production, Indianas growers are to thank for many of the mint products you enjoy this holiday season.

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Farmbrite

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Nutrients and irrigation speed up crop development, increase crop yield and prevent contamination. Besides the sun, irrigation, and nutrients become the most basic requirements for plant growth and development. Implementing the following practices can increase the efficient use of nutrients in your farm or growing system. The higher the efficiency, the fewer nutrients lost and better environmental and economic outcomes.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Will cutting down on cattle burps really help? Researchers take a close look at the connection between grazing cattle and methane emissions.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The NSAC staff retreat in West Virginia Theres no such thing as a quiet year when it comes to federal food and farm policy, and 2024 proved to be no exception! As the year comes to a close, we are reflecting on the progress we have made toward building a more resilient and equitable farm and food system. Amidst endless delays in Congress, a noisy election cycle, and major natural disasters that affected farmers nationwide, NSAC continued to do what we do best: advocate for better federal food an

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Agwired

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Registration is open now for the 2025 Tech Hub LIVE July 21-23, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Connect with the ag tech and retailer community in Des Moines, the heart of agriculture, for 2.5 days of inspiration, innovation, and strategies to take your business to the next level. Register before December 31 to save over $150. AGCO Corporation , a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, celebrated the grand opening of the AGCO T

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

DECEMBER 19, 2024

While many impacts of Debby, Helene, Milton, and other tropical systems have already been documented by extension agents, media, and insurers, more impacts are still being identified. Here are a couple of stories that describe some new impacts I have not seen before.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Ensure you know the nutrient content of your livestock manure by sampling this winter.

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The swath of rain that feel across parts of the region produced a significant decrease in drought conditions in the past week, with the coverage of area that are officially in drought decreasing from 52% to 26% of the area.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Forage prices remain much below prior years and availability is substantially better.

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The latest seasonal outlooks for temperature and precipitation were issued today. They still show the likely impact of the La Nina that is expected to be declared any time now.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Louisiana individual hospitalized as U.S. identifies first severe bird flu case.

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American Farmland

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The post AFT Applauds Election of Rep. Craig as House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member appeared first on American Farmland Trust.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

A total of $45,000 will be awarded with an 80-20 matching cost-share.

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Agri-tech

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The capacity of bacteria to spread disease across the Plant Kingdom may be much more widespread than previously suspected, according to new analysis. John Innes Centre researchers took a comparative evolutionary approach, using the diversity of Pseudomonas syringae bacteria, to determine how this pathogen infects distantly related plants. In experiments, researchers in the team of Dr Phil Carella.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As July wound to a close, the 2024 flue-cured tobacco crop was one of the best many had seen in quite some time, then the storms came.

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CABI

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, we’ve tallied the numbers to reveal the most read blogs on the PlantwisePlus Blog this yearplus a few firm favourites! Our most read blogs cover crop pest guides, digital tools, and biocontrols for invasive species, highlighting the impactful work we do with smallholder farmers, policymakers, and communities. Did any… The post Most read blogs of 2024 appeared first on PlantwisePlus Blog.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Ag Marketing IQ: Futures prices are weighed down by global ending stocks bigger than U.S. production this year and record harvest expectations in Brazil.

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Far Eastern Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Biotechnology company, Qi Biodesign recently announced the completion of its million dollar Series A funding round to pioneer next-gen genome editing technologies The company has raised a total of US$75mn across its Seed, Series Pre-A , and Series A stages. Qi Biodesign has already achieved significant milestones in product development, including receiving two biosafety certificates for gene-edited plants (high oleic acid soybean and powdery mildew disease-resistant wheat) by the China Ministry

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Corn, soybeans and wheat volumes came in as expected last week.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

USDA announced that it is awarding Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI) grants in Maine and California to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain and strengthen local and regional food systems. This awarded funding is part of the $420 million available nationwide through the RFSI grant program. In Maine, five funded projects will support buckwheat processing, grain extrusion, kelp processing, and shelf-stable products from Maine ingredients.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Ag Marketing IQ: Three factors could spark a run up in grain prices on the 2025 futures market: USDA lowers yield numbers, exports outpace expectations and dry weather damps down yields in South America.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Applications are due January 31, 2025. The Fruit Guys Community Fund is accepting applications from small U.S. farms for grants up to $5,000. For-profit operations less than 250 acres that have been in business at least two years are eligible to apply, as are agricultural nonprofits that have been in operation for at least three years. Projects that promote sustainable practices and community impact are prioritized.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

After a Holiday meal at a restaurant, nothing beats the ambiance of home cooked.

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Agwired

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Winter is upon us and that creates a special need for weather information for farmers, especially in high value crops like fruits, vegetables and nursery. To learn how the Agricultural Weather Information Service (AWIS) creates extra weather information and forecasting I spoke to Karl Harker, Vice-President for Operations for AWIS. I asked him about any information he’d like to share and what the company offers.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Farm store will provide consumers with organic cheese and ice cream products sourced from the universitys farm.

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Agwired

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Agtech company Pivot Bio has announced a new strategic distribution partnership with Hefty Seed Company , one of the largest independent ag retailers in the U.S. with a network of 49 retail locations in 10 states. Beginning in 2025, PROVEN 40 , a microbial nitrogen source powered by Pivot Bios patented gene-edited technology, will be available at all Hefty Seed Co. locations.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Down the Road: In our e-newsletter and through the pages of Nebraska Farmer, weve had some interesting stops and unique adventures to write about in 2024.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Washington State University Extension released Food Hub Adaptation: A Case Study of Local Inland Northwest CooperatiReve Foods , a free, 15-page publication on an established food hub in eastern Washington. In this case study, farmers and providers interested in starting or improving a food hub can learn about hub economics, facilities, policies, products, planning, and more.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Values can be used as a base to determine a fair exchange for both the provider and the recipient of custom work.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio for the Farmer Rapid Fire brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! Host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Josh Boersen of Gadshill, Ont.; Korey Peters of Randolph, Man.; Daryl Fransoo of Glaslyn, Sask.; and Andrea Stroeve-Sawa of Taber, Alta. Then hear from eastern agronomist Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio for the Farmer Rapid Fire brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada!

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The deadline for nominating 2025 Mid-Atlantic Master Farmers is Jan. 1.

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NASDA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Letter Dear President-elect Trump: Congratulations on your election victory. Our members represent a broad collection of the agricultural and food supply chains that faced severe shipping disruptions due to the East and Gulf Coast port strike that lasted from October 1 through October 3, 2024. While the strike duration was only 3 days, the impact was felt for a much longer period.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2024

From fuel to fungicides, there are places to cut input costs if you look for them.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

DECEMBER 19, 2024

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Washington, DC, December 19, 2024 On Thursday afternoon, reporting indicated that House Republicans had reached a partisan internal agreement on a deal to fund the government that includes disaster relief and a clean farm bill extension, but lacks other key priorities.

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