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Frontlines: Exploding electronics, out-suffering opponents, self-sufficiency, and trade diversification

Real Agriculture

In a world where a laptop or cellphone usually travels thousands of miles before it’s used, what does it mean to trade when electronic devices are made to explode en masse? Jacob Shapiro, head of geopolitical and macro research for Bespoke Group, isn’t exaggerating when he likens this week’s electronic-based attack in Lebanon as a.

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PFAS in farmland: the next environmental frontier

Food Politics

I’m late in getting to this but do not want you to miss it. It’s a really important story. PFAS, Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthesized chemicals resistant to water, grease, and heat, ubiquitous in consumer products, and widely dispersed in nature and in our bodies. Their health effects are alarming : they are endocrine disruptors with adverse effects on the immune system, liver, birth weight, cancer.

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Watch what happens next: The return of Parliament, future leaders, and trade

Real Agriculture

Not even a week into this latest sitting of Parliament and the sparks are flying. Question Period has been spicy, to put it mildly, and we’re already looking at a Conservative non-confidence motion to be voted on next week. What could this sitting mean for the Liberals, election timing, the official opposition, the Bloc and. Read More Not even a week into this latest sitting of Parliament and the sparks are flying.

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11 steps to endure a farming downturn

Western FarmPress

Determining factors such as production costs and your working capital can help you form a plan to survive lower corn and soybean prices amid stubborn input costs.

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Case IH’s active implement guidance helps ensures precision performance

Real Agriculture

When it comes to precision farming, implement drift is one factor that can play havoc with field operations, such as planting and strip tillage, and the precise placement of seed and fertilizer and other inputs. At the Farm Progress Show at Boone, Iowa, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin caught up with Case IH precision segment lead Kendal. Read More When it comes to precision farming, implement drift is one factor that can play havoc with field operations, such as planting and strip tillage,

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Be brave enough to be bad at something new

Western FarmPress

My Generation: Five farm women circle up to share the businesses they’ve launched, the projects they’ve failed at and the ways they’ve pivoted. What’s your dream?

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Reminder: It’s too early to say if a hurricane will hit the Southeast late next week

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

I’ve been getting more questions about the potential for a tropical storm or hurricane to make landfall in the Southeast sometime late next week.

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Remembering ‘Pere’ Bekewe

AgriLife Today

Scholarship memorializes Texas A&M Department of Soil and Crop Sciences former graduate student The post Remembering ‘Pere’ Bekewe appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Cash in on clover as cover crop

Western FarmPress

One secret to reaping benefits is getting a good stand. Researchers are working to identify the best seeding dates for various clover species.

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How AI-Powered Rock Detection Protects Agricultural Machinery, Improves Soil Health

Global Agtech Initiative

By leveraging AI-driven rock detection, farmers can dramatically improve their cultivation processes, protect their equipment, and enhance productivity. The post How AI-Powered Rock Detection Protects Agricultural Machinery, Improves Soil Health appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Start with mental health communication

Western FarmPress

Talking and listening to an individual’s mental health issues can be therapeutic.

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Sowing the Future of Agriculture in Philadelphia

USDA Blog

This month, nearly 200,000 K-12 students from across Philadelphia head back to school, filling classrooms and lunchrooms across the city with excitement for the new year ahead.

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North Carolina peanut farmers gain remarkable yield

Western FarmPress

North Carolina peanut farmers have seen remarkable yield gains since the North Carolina Peanut Growers Association was formed in 1953.

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Feeding Africa Starts with Quality Seeds

Farming First

Investing in quality seeds can drive the much-needed transformation in Africa's food system, building it from the ground up. The post Feeding Africa Starts with Quality Seeds appeared first on Farming First.

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2024 Midsouth crop progress: Late season and harvest

Western FarmPress

Part 3: Delta Farm Press checks in with four farmers for a late season, early harvest update.

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Research eyes sustainable future for African fisheries

AgriLife Today

Genetic study empowers, guides bonytongue conservation in West Africa The post Research eyes sustainable future for African fisheries appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Weigh your options for revenue insurance

Western FarmPress

See how different Federal Crop Insurance Program options can minimize risk amid tight margins for the 2025 growing season.

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Survey

Caff

2024 Annual Survey & Listening Sessions CAFF wants to hear from you!

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Will the USDA lower U.S. soybean yields?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Lower production could boost prices, but upside rally opportunities will be limited.

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Unlocking JIC’s Neurodiversity: An introduction to our Understanding, Valuing and Celebrating Neurodiversity project

Agri-tech

On the brick wall beside the entrance to the John Innes Centre reception, there is a white plaque featuring the JIC logo. Underneath the blue squares and name, you will find three words that sum up the mission of the organisation: Unlocking Nature’s Diversity. We value diversity in nature for many reasons – sustainability, performance, resilience, untapped potential – and biodiversity is a theme.

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Dairy education on wheels

Western FarmPress

New York’s Mobile Dairy Experience helps educate communities about modern dairy farming.

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Food and Farming at the Forefront of Labour’s Missions for Change – September 2024

Sustainable Food Trust

Farming and food production are central to UK society. This short briefing explores how regenerative farming is core to delivery of Labour’s missions, and how public investment in the farming transformation can deliver for its economic, environmental and social goals. Labour’s missions Labour has set a clear course for this Government, based on its five core missions for change.

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Murray Grey cattle find a place in U.S. beef

Western FarmPress

Australian breed developed over 100 years ago is gaining popularity.

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Plant Growing Techniques

Agric4profits

Successfully growing plants requires understanding and applying various techniques to provide the best environment for plant health and productivity.

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Does storing grain pay?

Western FarmPress

The short marketing answer is no — but it all depends, as usual.

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Biological Method Of Pest Control

Agric4profits

Biological pest control is an environmentally friendly method of managing pests by using natural enemies to keep their populations in check.

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Stiles Farm tests alternative crops for growers

Western FarmPress

Continuous rainfall delayed planting of main crops such as corn or sorghum, leading producers to look to alternative crop options. Learn more about trials at Stiles Farm and the latest Texas Crop & Weather Report.

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Harvesting Methods of Different Agricultural Produce

Agric4profits

Harvesting is a crucial part of agriculture and gardening. It involves collecting crops when they are mature and ready for consumption or processing.

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Should I apply potash ahead of soybeans?

Western FarmPress

Soybean Pest Beat: Soybeans may benefit from a potassium boost.

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Drought improves in south, gets worse in the north

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

The latest Drought Monitor, released today, shows that rain from Francine helped improve drought conditions in the Florida Panhandle, SW Georgia, and a lot of Alabama. However, Francine’s rain petered out near the Fall Line and north of that, conditions got worse over scattered pockets of the region.

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Meet Garth: A Hunger Hero Dedicated to Serving His Community

Philabundance

At Philabundance, we’re fortunate to have incredible volunteers who go above and beyond to help fight hunger. One of our volunteers, Garth, is a retiree who has dedicated the last 4-5 years to making a difference in the community. Garth’s journey began with a simple desire: to stay active and contribute to the greater good. After retiring, Garth wanted to find meaningful ways to be involved in his community.

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New seasonal outlook maps show a typical weak La Nina pattern later this fall and winter

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

If you have been following the ENSO forecasts, you already know that we were in an El Nino last winter and that we are currently in neutral conditions headed for a La Nina later this year.

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New agents fill AgriLife Extension positions across the state

AgriLife Today

Agency personnel provide educational programming, outreach in their respective communities The post New agents fill AgriLife Extension positions across the state appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Rebecca Champagne (she/her/hers)

Organic Farming Research

Conservation Scientist email: rebeccaofrf.org Rebecca Champagne (she/her/hers) is the Conservation Scientist at OFRF and joined the team in September 2024. She is an agronomist by training with a research background in organic agriculture, having worked with a diverse array of crops and on practices such as cover cropping, reduced tillage, and managing weeds.

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American Farmland Trust Releases First-Ever Survey on Agrivoltaics in Colorado

American Farmland

American Farmland Trust has released the first-ever research report documenting how Colorado farmers, ranchers, and landowners feel about agrivoltaic solar energy development in the state.

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From Classrooms to Congress

Organic Farming Research

As Julie Nelson, former intern at OFRF, moves onto the next chapter, she reflects on her experience gaining experience with food and agricultural policy and advocacy work in the US, while building professional confidence during her internship. The post From Classrooms to Congress appeared first on Organic Farming Research Foundation.

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Introduction to Pesticides

Agric4profits

Pesticides are substances used to prevent, control, or eliminate pests that can damage crops, animals, or human health.