Fri.Jan 24, 2025

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Harvie Ranching cleans up at National Western Stock Show

Real Agriculture

If Denvers National Western Stock Show is the Super Bowl of cattle shows, then Harvie Ranching at Olds, Alta is coming home with a Super Bowl ring. As Jill Harvie discusses in the interview below, the ranchs Hereford bulls took the National Champion Carload honours at the show held this week, after coming in as Read More If Denvers National Western Stock Show is the Super Bowl of cattle shows, then Harvie Ranching at Olds, Alta is coming home with a Super Bowl ring.

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Cattle care during a cold snap

Western FarmPress

Beef Brief: Here are some tips on how to keep cattle comfortable during the winter.

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Former KAP president Bill Campbell passes

Real Agriculture

The former president of Manitobas general farm organization is being remembered for his leadership and authenticity. Bill Campbell, 69, passed away at Brandon Regional Health Centre on January 19, 2025. He served as president of Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) from 2018 to 2023, and as vice-president prior to that. He was also the president of Read More The former president of Manitobas general farm organization is being remembered for his leadership and authenticity.

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Export Report: Corn leads the charge

Western FarmPress

Soybean volume was also relatively solid last week, with wheat mostly disappointing.

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Farming Forward: Zone-based nitrogen management makes it possible to apply “just enough”

Real Agriculture

There are a number of key inputs that are required for a crop to be successful and at the top of the list is nitrogen. While crops need nitrogen in order to thrive, there is a balance to be had and too much N is money waste and a potential risk to the environment. In Read More There are a number of key inputs that are required for a crop to be successful and at the top of the list is nitrogen.

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Sunflower production down 49% in 2024

Western FarmPress

Sunflower Extra: North and South Dakota production decreases from 2023.

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Poll: Making fertilizer decisions when margins are thin

Real Agriculture

There are always certain topics that get people reading, watching, and asking questions. Soil fertility is always on that list. Whether its trying to better understand nitrogen loss risk, matching pounds of product to yield potential, anticipating price moves, or evaluating a new product, theres never a shortage of interest in soil fertility topics.

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Farmers don’t get snow days

Western FarmPress

Between the Fencerows: Trying to limit time outside, this row-crop farmer focused on preparing 2024 tax paperwork and fixing equipment. They stayed off the road.

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JOEL DOCUMENTARY

The Lunatic Farmer

Regular readers of my blog know I seldom use this to publicize something personal, but a new documentary about my life is going to be released today by Angel Studios, famous for the series The Chosen and the recent movie Sound of Freedom. You can see it at angel.com/lunatic. It was made during the summer and is the most thematically accurate capture of my life and work here at Polyface Farm.

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Organic official lauds cooperation on SOE

Western FarmPress

We have, from our perspective, effectively closed the certification loopholes that have really plagued our ability to protect the organic market effectively, USDA organic chief Jennifer Tucker says.

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Berkeley Talks: Coming of age as an unaccompanied migrant youth in the U.S.

Berkeley Blog

UC Berkeley Professor Stephanie Canizales discusses her 2024 book, "Sin Padres, Ni Papeles," in which she chronicles the first-hand experiences of children who navigated a new country on their own. The post Berkeley Talks: Coming of age as an unaccompanied migrant youth in the U.S. appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Farmers serve on the fire line

Western FarmPress

Rural volunteer firefighters and EMTs serve and protect their neighbors at their darkest hours.

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Opinion: A More Resilient Food System Starts at the Community Level

Modern Farmer

Its time to look beyond the Farm Bill. The Farm Bill, passed once every five years, is the most important piece of federal legislation affecting American agriculture and food access. Originally designed to keep food prices fair for both supply and demand sides, ensure an adequate supply of food, and protect and sustain natural resources, this bill now plays a wildly outsized role in shaping our food system.

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Love for farm truck stands test of time

Western FarmPress

Show-Me Life: Dont sell farm relics that are full of memories; the next generation values them.

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What Upgrade Makes This High Tech Orchard Sprayer Even Smarter

Global Agtech Initiative

The Munckhof VariMAS three-row orchard sprayer was developed to spray large areas of fruit trees quickly, cost efficiently, and accurately. The post What Upgrade Makes This High Tech Orchard Sprayer Even Smarter appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Keep the emotion out of cattle marketing

Western FarmPress

For producers work the sell/buy cattle market method, the result is working smarter not harder in the end.

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Winter Storm Enzo hits hard

AgriLife Today

Winter storm Enzo dropped 1-1.5 inches of snow in theBryan-College Station area, turning Texas A&M University into a winter wonderland.

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How one young farmer is fighting for farmland

Western FarmPress

Kentucky farmer J.D. Burns turns to social media and local programs to navigate farmland shortages and rising land values.

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Feeding America’s Director of Advocacy & Community Engagement, Barbie Izquierdo Discusses the Power of Resilience and Legacy at PCK’s 100th Graduation

Philabundance

Good afternoon, distinguished graduates , esteemed faculty , family , friends , and supporters of Philabundance Community Kitchen. It is both an honor and a privilege to stand before you today to celebrate this incredible milestone in my hometown: the 100th culinary graduation. This is a moment of triumph, reflection, and a bold step into the future for each of you.

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Funny memes to get you through the winter doldrums

Western FarmPress

Here are some farm-related funnies to help get you over the winter hump, and find humor in the winter weather on the farm.

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‘A lifelong love affair with ideas’: Chancellor Lyons shares his passion for Berkeley at annual Library luncheon

Berkeley Blog

More than 260 guests, a record-high turnout, listened with rapt attention to a recent conversation between Lyons and University Librarian Suzanne Wones. The post A lifelong love affair with ideas: Chancellor Lyons shares his passion for Berkeley at annual Library luncheon appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Farm Progress America, Jan. 24, 2025

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson takes a look at the California proposal to phase out diesel trucks. They are hitting the brakes when it comes to the controversial plan.

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Horticultural crop physiologist arrives in Aggieland

AgriLife Today

Rossi to focus on improving horticulture crop performance under stress The post Horticultural crop physiologist arrives in Aggieland appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Spray drones make applications in difficult areas

Western FarmPress

Although some drone applications may cost more than typical plane applications, smaller crafts offer different benefits.

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Meaning and Scope of Farm Bookkeeping

Agric4profits

Farm bookkeeping is the systematic recording and organizing of financial transactions specific to agricultural operations. It involves maintaining accurate records of all financial dealings on the farm, including sales of produce or livestock, purchases of farming equipment, payments to suppliers or workers, and receipts from sales or grants.

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Snowy February: An upward trend in recent decades

Western FarmPress

Climate Observations: Snowy February usually helps with spring thaw to replenish soil moisture.

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150+ Thought Leaders Issue a Stark Warning for Food Systems. What’s Next?

Food Tank

Do you want more stories like this to land straight in your inbox? Subscribe to Food Tanks newsletter, released weekly on Thursdays, by clicking here. An open letter signed by 153 World Food Prize and Nobel laureates demands “bold action” to adequately feed the world’s growing population and build sustainable food and agriculture systems for the future.

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Help for soybean insecticide decisions

Western FarmPress

A new study looks at the economics of spraying insecticides in soybeans.

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Georgia Organics Honors Sustainable and Organic Agriculture Leaders

ATTRA

Georgia Organics announced the recipients of its 2024 Annual Awards , which celebrate exceptional contributions to organic farming and Georgia’s local food community. This year’s honorees are trailblazers in advancing sustainable agriculture, education, and responsible land stewardship. Cashawn Myers, co-founder and Executive Director of Helping Africans By Establishing Schools at Home and Abroad (HABESHA) Inc., will receive the Barbara Petit Pollinator Award for his impactful work i

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How sustainable farming helped save Wisconsin agriculture

Western FarmPress

Badger View: Wisconsin agriculture is truly the definition of sustainable agriculture.

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Types of Farm Bookkeeping Systems

Agric4profits

Farm bookkeeping systems play a crucial role in managing the financial records of a farm. They help farmers organize and track their financial activities such as income, expenses, purchases, and sales. Farmers can maintain clear and accurate records that contribute to informed decision-making and better financial management by using a structured bookkeeping system.

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John Deere machines now equipped with Starlink

Western FarmPress

Company partners with SpaceX Starlink for seamless farm connectivity.

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Diverse Markets Business Builder Grant

ATTRA

Applications are due March 1, 2025. The Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center is offering Diverse Markets Business Builder grants between $3,000 and $50,000 that are designed to build and expand local and regional non-commodity markets for climate resilient grains, pulses, and pseudocereals. In order to be eligible, small and mid-scale farms, ranches, and non-farm food businesses must be growing, producing, processing, and/or supporting the aggregation, distribution, and mar

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Cotton specialists share risk management advice for '25

Western FarmPress

Extension specialists at the North Carolina Commodity Conference noted that new products are marketed to farmers every year. But not all products build yield.

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Prioritizing Wellness is Key to Building a Resilient Food System

American Farmland

Since its inception, Real Farmer Care has made a concerted effort to address these disparities. Founded in January 2020, Real Farmer Care was created with one goal in mind: help farmers take care of themselves. The idea is simple and impactfulgive farmers $100 in self-care awards to spend however they need to recharge.

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New leadership guides Cotton Incorporated into 2025

Western FarmPress

William Kimbrell and Marvin Beyer take the helm at Cotton Incorporated.

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AgriLife Research team to develop nitrogen-saving sorghum hybrids with DOE support

AgriLife Today

New plant technologies could reduce fertilizer levels, costs for producers The post AgriLife Research team to develop nitrogen-saving sorghum hybrids with DOE support appeared first on AgriLife Today.