Real Agriculture
OCTOBER 16, 2024
In Episode 14 of the Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Evan Shout and Kristjan Hebert discuss this year’s challenging harvest, from managing unpredictable weather to empowering the team through cross-training and delegation. They talk about the role of guilt in farm decision-making, how to step back and let your team shine, and whether the “post-harvest.
Food Politics
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Two items about pet food this week. Today: safety. Tomorrow: environmental sustainability. I have a long-standing interest in pet food, which I view as an integral—essential—component of our overall food system , not least because pet food uses food components that would otherwise be wasted. I co-authored a book about pet food issues: Feed Your Pet Right.
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Real Agriculture
OCTOBER 16, 2024
There isn’t any one thing that creates a healthy soil. Instead, building soil health and resiliency takes a combination of plant growth, nutrient additions, and careful management. Turns out, it’s not just building organic matter that adds to this dynamic — growing high yielding crops is also key part of nutrient cycling and productive soil.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Slideshow: Forage testing is key to profitable feeding. Here are five steps for preparing and evaluating accurate samples, plus see if you can pick out the best hay at World Dairy Expo.
Real Agriculture
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The N-P-K conversation – nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium – is the focus of most crop nutrient management discussions. But there’s another macronutrient that’s hitting the radar with greater frequency as farmers and agronomists pursue higher crop yields. Sulphur is an essential nutrient required by all crops for optimum production, says Karl Wyant, director of agronomy for.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Italian ryegrass: Knock it down in the fall for an easier burndown in the spring. Extension weed scientists in Mississippi and Arkansas give recommendations for post-harvest ryegrass control, from application timings of the most effective residual herbicides.
Real Agriculture
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Thanks for tuning in to this special World Food Day edition of RealAg Radio, brought to you by Farm Radio International and the Canadian Federation of Agriculture. Host Shaun Haney is joined by Gertrude Nalubinga Mwebaza with Farm Radio International and Saskatchewan farmer, Jake Leguee for a panel discussion. They discuss: The diversity of agriculture.
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Food Tank
OCTOBER 16, 2024
California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill to standardize food date labels and ban the use of “sell by” dates. California is the first state in the nation to require clear standards to cut food waste. California’s Assembly Bill 660 helps consumers better understand the shelf-life of their food by allowing just two categories. “Best if used (or frozen) by” will indicate peak food quality, and “use (or freeze) by” will indicate food safety.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Tightening the proverbial belt for the farming operation and adding off-farm revenue streams help farmers and ranchers survive hard times.
AgriLife Today
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Texas peanut producers increase acreage after back-to-back years of drought, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
A $12 million expansion at Reinke Manufacturing will improve efficiency for center-pivot customers.
USDA Blog
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Vast flatland, fertile soil and endless prairie make up USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service’s (NASS) Northern Plains Region, which is comprised of North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas. According to the 2022 Census of Agriculture , this region is known for its cattle and calf sales, crop sales — in particular grains, oilseeds, dry beans and dry peas, with each ranking top 10 in the nation — and being near the top in the nation for number of young producers (producers under th
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Soybean harvest delayed as the weather roller coaster affects pod fill.
Ohio State University
OCTOBER 16, 2024
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Alternatives to police response have spread across the country since 2020, but what do we know about their effects? Funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, an interdisciplinary research team from The Ohio State University are looking into the impact of alternative response models for 911 mental/behavioral crises here in Columbus, Ohio.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
What’s New From the Shows: Could one of these cutting-edge machines be right for your operation?
AgriLife Today
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Texas A&M horticulturist offers expert garden advice to enter the cool season with confidence The post Five steps to prepare your garden for winter appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
What’s Your Story? A lot of folks aren’t sure who or what to trust, including scientists. But there’s a good chance you have a story about how science has made your farm successful.
AgriLife Today
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The Texas A&M Agronomy Society invites you to experience and explore corn production via the family-friendly event The post Three reasons to visit the annual Fightin’ Texas Aggie Corn Maze appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
USDA report on net farm income doesn’t provide a clear picture of the U.S. farm economy.
Global Agtech Initiative
OCTOBER 16, 2024
As AI reshapes the farming practices, Untether AI is delivering cutting-edge solutions that significantly improve productivity and sustainability. The post Untether AI Drives the Agricultural Revolution with Energy-Efficient AI Acceleration at the Edge appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
What’s Cooking in Illinois: Bringing food to a family after a birth, a surgery or a loss is a great way to share a little of your heart through your kitchen. Here are some ideas that are sure to become favorites.
AgriLife Today
OCTOBER 16, 2024
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences course teaches students about the importance of water management The post Texas A&M’s ‘The World Has a Drinking Problem’ course addresses water scarcity challenges appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Risk comes with all equine activities. Lessen it with these tips.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Building a mushroom growing house is a rewarding venture for anyone interested in sustainable farming, whether on a small or large scale.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Petitions for five board positions must be returned no later than 5 p.m. Nov. 1.
Modern Farmer
OCTOBER 16, 2024
For most Americans, having a garden is a hobby. While you may enjoy the produce of your garden, the chance that most of your calories are coming from your garden are slim. Growing big, beautiful heirloom tomatoes is impressive, but tomatoes aren’t a great source of calories or nutrients that will fill you up and keep you satiated. However, if you want to start growing more of your own food, many kitchen staples such as corn, beans and potatoes can be grown at home.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Farm Business: External scanning is a tool to help make decisions about which opportunities to pursue.
CABI
OCTOBER 16, 2024
On World Food Day, CABI’s Global Lead for Pest Preparedness, Dr Ivan Rwomushana, considers how pest preparedness can safeguard ‘foods for a better life and a better future’ helping smallholder farmers to access the knowledge they need to prepare for and address the spread of pests. When it comes to addressing food security, pest preparedness… The post PlantwisePlus – supporting countries with pest preparedness for food security appeared first on PlantwisePlus Blog.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Here’s the third list of new corn and soybean varieties for 2025.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Geese are fascinating birds known for their distinct characteristics and significant role in various ecosystems.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Transitions and Strategies: Learn how to earn respect and credibility as the next generation of leaders.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Rabbit farming is an increasingly popular agricultural venture that offers numerous benefits, including high meat yield, fast reproduction rates, and low feed c
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The Golden Owl Award, presented by Nationwide and the Iowa FFA Foundation, recognizes outstanding FFA advisors in Iowa.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Medicinal plants have played a vital role in human health and well-being for centuries.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences honors Bill Bruins, Ann Palmenberg, Michael Finley, John Goeser and Elle Grevstad.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Flower breeding is an essential practice in horticulture that focuses on the development of new flower varieties with desirable traits.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Michigan Bits: Dry bean checkoff approved; grants available to support horticulture research.
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