Real Agriculture

JANUARY 15, 2025

The new year is rocking and rolling in the best way the opportunities for learning just keep coming! In this weeks episode of Wheat Petes Word, host Peter Johnson shares and discusses some of the key questions discussed at the South West Ag Conference and more. From early sulphur decisions, to stressing wheat (on Read More The new year is rocking and rolling in the best way the opportunities for learning just keep coming!

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Agri-tech

JANUARY 15, 2025

Researchers have discovered a biological mechanism that makes plant roots more welcoming to beneficial soil microbes. This discovery by John Innes Centre researchers paves the way for more environmentally-friendly farming practices, potentially allowing farmers to use less fertiliser. Production of most major crops relies on nitrate and phosphate fertilisers, but excessive fertiliser use harms the.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 15, 2025

Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio. Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Greg Peterson, otherwise known as Machinery Pete, to discuss the used machinery market; Steve McQueen with Nachurs Alpine for a spotlight interview; Hear Shaun Haneys interview with Dr. Dale Woerner on the significance of beef on dairy; and, Hear Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio.

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Food Tank

JANUARY 15, 2025

Agrarian Trust, a national nonprofit in the United States, is taking a commons-based approach to help ensure that a new generation of farmers can access farm land. The organization is working within communities to facilitate local land access and support strong local food systems. According to Agrarian Trust, more than 40 percent of U.S. farmland will change hands over the next 15 years.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

When teamed with preemergence herbicides, planting soybeans into a green, living cover can help manage waterhemp and Palmer amaranth.

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ATTRA

JANUARY 15, 2025

Episode 367: The Farming Systems of Puerto Rico This episode of Voices from the Field explores the ancient Taino Conuco farming systems of Puerto Rico in a conversation between NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Gabriella Soto-Velez and researcher Joseph Navarro. They discuss how these sustainable practices supported self-sufficiency during pre-colonial times, their evolution through colonial and industrial transitions, and their potential to transform Puerto Ricos future and address moder

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Skipping potash to save money could cost you big time if soil test levels are low.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Profit Planners: A recurring problem with long lines at the elevator may mean its time to upgrade your storage to keep harvest moving.

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AgriLife Today

JANUARY 15, 2025

How Missy Turetgen 25 found her path in the Texas A&M Department of Nutritions supportive, science-driven community The post From plate to purpose appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Kansas land sales in 2025 could be a case of high demand but low supply.

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Trimble Agriculture

JANUARY 15, 2025

The challenges farmers faced in 2024 will likely follow us into 2025making integrated risk management key to success. In 2024, farmers faced market volatility, rising input costs, labor shortages, and foreign policy challenges. In 2025, net farm income is expected to decline , continuing a softening trend after record highs in 2022. Input costs are stabilizing but remain elevated for labor and maintenance.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Road warrior: To provide balance, business, family, and personal goals all need to be defined.

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ATTRA

JANUARY 15, 2025

By Danielle Crocker Hurricane Helene struck in late September 2024. When it hit, I happened to be visiting Asheville, North Carolina, and so I rode out the storm there. The torrential rains and wind caused significant damage in every directiondowned trees, major flooding, and landslides. Because I was sheltering in an Airbnb with no food or water, I had no choice but to find my way home to Morganton, North Carolina, about 60 miles east of Asheville.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

The biological industry is growing at a rapid pace. While they show promise in stressful situations for retaining yield rather than increasing it, questions and inconsistencies remain.

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Agwired

JANUARY 15, 2025

Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack held his last official press conference of his tenure at USDA on Wednesday, announcing the publication of an interim rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks. The interim rule establishes guidelines for quantifying, reporting, and verifying the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with the production of biofuel feedstock commodity crops grown in the United States.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Property tax relief remains one of the top challenges facing the 109th Nebraska Legislature.

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Civil Eats

JANUARY 15, 2025

In response to a 2022 petition filed by the Center for Science in the Public Interest and 23 allied organizations, the FDA banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 starting January 15, 2027. The FDA made the decision based on animal studies showing a link to cancer, and the popular food dye will no longer be permitted for use in candy, other processed foods, supplements, or medicines.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

The rice industry took over downtown Little Rock for a day and a half packed with educational and networking opportunities. See pictures and get a recap of this years conference, plus find out who was honored as USA Rice award recipients.

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Civil Eats

JANUARY 15, 2025

Along with the states of Illinois and Minnesota, the Federal Trade Commission sued John Deere , the countrys most prominent farm equipment manufacturer and seller, alleging that unlawful business practices have inflated farmers repair costs and degraded farmers ability to obtain timely repairs, which is especially critical in times of planting and harvesting.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Ag Marketing IQ: The price of indecision can be costly for grain producers

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ATTRA

JANUARY 15, 2025

USDA has published an interim rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks that establishes guidelines for quantifying, reporting, and verifying the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production of corn, soy, and sorghum. USDA says these guidelines will facilitate the recognition of climate-smart agriculture within clean transportation fuel programs, creating new market opportunities for biofuel feedstock producers while enhancing climate

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Land Sales: Parallels from 2014 bring insight to expected markets in 2025.

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ATTRA

JANUARY 15, 2025

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the third installment in a series of regulatory reforms intended to level the playing field for farmers who raise chicken, turkeys, hogs, cattle, and sheep under contract or foUr sale to meat and poultry processing companies. Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, this new reform will give chicken farmers better insight into companies’ payment rates for their birds, will institute stability and fairness in what is commonly known as the ‘

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Agri-Ready Profile: The Mount Vernon FFA leads the entire student body to help feed the hungry.

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ATTRA

JANUARY 15, 2025

Applications are due by February 20, 2025. Minnesota Department of Agriculture has a grant available to farmers market associations to help support nutrition assistance programs at the markets. The Farmers Market Nutrition Assistance Grant will provide $1,500 to $10,000 in funding to farmers markets in the state so they can increase participation in food assistance programs like Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP), Senior Farmers Market Nutri

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Eli and Mackenzie Strawser have seen explosive growth in the five years since they started breeding sheep.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 15, 2025

Feed formulation for rabbits is the process of creating balanced diets to ensure their health. It involves selecting ingredients that provide essential nutrients. Proper feed formulations help maintain optimal growth, reproduction, and overall well-being. Rabbits require a variety of nutrients, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and fiber.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

The main issue is over the proprietary software used to repair equipment.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 15, 2025

Feed formulation for goats involves creating a balanced diet that meets their nutritional needs. It is key to ensuring proper growth, reproduction, and overall health of goats, improving farm productivity and profitability. A well-formulated feed provides the essential nutrients that goats need at different life stages.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Mike Pearson tells listeners how the dairy herd size in North Dakota is doubling and one farm is responsible for it.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 15, 2025

Cattle feed formulation is the process of creating balanced diets that meet the nutritional needs of cattle. Proper feed formulation is crucial for maintaining their health, supporting growth, and ensuring optimal production of milk and meat. Cattle feed formulation considers various factors such as age, weight, and purpose (dairy or beef).

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

The Kewaunee County, Wis., native is 21 years old. She takes over for Kelsey Henderson from Racine County, Wis.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 15, 2025

Feed formulation for sheep is the process of combining different ingredients to create a balanced diet that meets their nutritional needs. It helps ensure sheep grow properly and stay healthy. A well-formulated diet provides the right mix of proteins, energy, vitamins, and minerals.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Ag Water Stewardship: Decreasing farmland acres plus implementing more conservation practices results in smaller farmland footprint.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 15, 2025

Snail Feed formulation is the process of designing balanced diets to meet their nutritional needs. It ensures their growth, reproduction, and health are optimized. Proper feed formulation also contributes to increased snail production. In snail farming, feed quality directly affects snail development and production efficiency. By understanding their nutritional requirements, farmers can enhance snail health.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 15, 2025

Three new University of Arizona Extension advisers were introduced at a recent meeting, as the university sought input on areas of concern.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 15, 2025

Noilers chickens feed formulation involves creating a balanced diet to ensure their growth, productivity, and overall health. It requires an understanding of nutritional needs and a careful selection of ingredients. Proper formulation helps improve feed efficiency. The goal of feed formulation for Noilers is to provide all essential nutrients in the right proportion.

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