Thu.Jan 04, 2024

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Protein demand unlikely to measure up to past years, says Grier

Real Agriculture

Every market functions under supply and demand. To varying degrees, as demand increases, so do prices, if supply stays the same. If supply stays the same or grows but demand drops off, prices fall. It’s a simplified explanation and in the real world several factors play into the total demand, total supply, and the further. Read More Every market functions under supply and demand.

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Discovery raises hopes of more temperature tolerant wheat

Agri-tech

Gene-editing techniques have helped to identify a temperature tolerance factor that may protect wheat from the increasingly unpredictable challenges of climate change. Researchers in the group of Professor Graham Moore at the John Innes Centre made the discovery during experiments looking at wheat fertility in plants exposed to either high or low temperatures.

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Which Foreign Country Owns the Most Farmland in the U.S.? Hint: It's Not China

AgWeb Farm Journal

In October 2023, Arkansas became the first state to ban foreign-owned farmland. More states look to adopt similar laws, but one policy expert says the issue is rooted in politics and warns of unintended consequences.

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Eliminating Hidden Hunger: How biofortification can improve nutrition at home and abroad

Agri-tech

Researchers from the John Innes Centre and the Max-Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology are calling for biofortification to play an integrated role in national and international food strategies to relieve the global problem of hidden hunger. This recommendation is made in in a perspective article published in Nature Food which examines the issue of malnutrition caused by micronutrient.

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4 points to consider when managing risk

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Large carry-in for corn and higher acreage predictions for beans means two things to ag marketers: look to sell rallies and defend profit margins in 2024.

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Crop and Energy Production Merge in Iowa Project

Modern Farmer

Solar power may be the answer to the world’s future energy needs. But its benefit is limited if it hampers our ability to produce food. Using farmland for solar panels, especially in the agriculture-heavy Midwest, is fraught with controversy. “There is concern that solar energy will prevent land from being used for farming,” says Matt O’Neal, professor of entomology and Henry A.

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Farmers: Put your name on your product

Western FarmPress

What’s Your Story? If consumers want to know where their food comes from, it stands to reason that your products may well be worth more with your name on them — maybe up to 500% more.

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Camp Hand receives Extension cotton specialist award

Western FarmPress

University of Georgia Extension Cotton Agronomist Camp Hand is named the 2024 Beltwide Extension Cotton Specialist of the Year at the Beltwide Cotton Conferences in Fort Worth, Texas.

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Generation Next: Our Turn to Ranch online course now registering

AgriLife Today

12-week AgriLife Extension land management course begins Jan. 29 The Generation Next: Our Turn to Ranch 12-week online course is open for registration. The program, offered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, takes place Jan. 29-April 21. The course fee is $300, and online registration is required at [link] The course includes expert instruction on.

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Corn marketing strategies for the January USDA report

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: As The Big One looms, grain farmers can take steps now to manage risk, protect value, and weather any surprise market storm that develops in the aftermath of the Jan. 12 report.

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White House Warns Red Sea Turmoil Could Impact U.S. Economy

AgWeb Farm Journal

The White House expressed concern over the potential impact of higher shipping costs on the U.S. economy due to the diversion of ships from the Red Sea.

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Farm Progress America, January 4, 2024

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson tells us how livestock and producers are sleeping a little less soundly in Colorado after 10 gray wolves were introduced into the wild there.

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Soybean Fall with Brazil Rain, but How Big is the Crop? Wheat, Hogs & Corn Bounce, While Cattle Consolidate

AgWeb Farm Journal

Funds sell soybeans on better Brazil wx, but how big is the crop? Wheat sees short covering w/a lower $, corn follows. Cattle consolidate on lower beef, hogs bounce off contract lows. Arlan Suderman, StoneX has more.

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Manage self-employment taxes with an eye on retirement

Western FarmPress

More than Dirt: Downey discusses the second of five strategies to reduce your tax burden. Second: pay yourself rent through a family land entity.

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Deloitte 2024 Outlook: Rising Demand for AgTech Amidst Global Challenges

Global Agtech Initiative

Deloitte forecasts a significant growth in IoT endpoints for precision ag, estimating a 50% increase to 300 million by the end of 2024. The post Deloitte 2024 Outlook: Rising Demand for AgTech Amidst Global Challenges appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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New farm bill remains difficult goal in 2024

Western FarmPress

Policy Report: Conflicting interests and splintered support for different farm bill sections make quick passage in 2024 challenging.

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Trimble Launches Connected Climate Exchange Marketplace

AgWeb Farm Journal

By connecting farmers, agronomists, ag retailers and carbon buyers in one marketplace, the Connected Climate Exchange enables participation in carbon markets and sustainability programs, according to a press release.

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Cattle dressed weights set record highs

Western FarmPress

Heavier weights contributed to more beef production than expected, helping to pressure prices late in the year. What's expected in 2024?

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SHIPPING GARBAGE

The Lunatic Farmer

The Wall Street Journal over the weekend ran a big story on the number of start-ups getting into the food waste business, trying to keep it out of landfills. That’s laudable, of course, but the answers are typical of a segregated rather than integrated approach. What does a person living in an urban condo do with food scraps? That’s the extreme, of course.

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Protect against corn rootworm

Western FarmPress

Two species of rootworm are taking hold in the Midwest; keep your corn protected.

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Shari Rogge-Fidler: Encouraging Next-Generation Farmers to Get Engaged and Seize Opportunity

USDA Blog

As a fifth-generation farmer, Shari Rogge-Fidler sees the opportunity ahead for the future generation in agriculture and feels excitement for USDA’s engagement in the industry. It’s what encouraged her role in the Equity Commission on the Agriculture Subcommittee.

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Realizing my dad was right — again

Western FarmPress

Joy’s Reflections: Dad’s old saying about too many boys together resulting in no work done rings true.

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7 Reasons to Attend Top Producer Summit

AgWeb Farm Journal

7 Reasons to Attend Top Producer Summit apiuser Thu, 01/04/2024 - 14:35

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Fighting Farm Stress

Western FarmPress

Mental health education can reduce the risk of opioid addiction among farmers and ranchers.

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Cotton Consultants Kick Off Beltwide

Agwired

The Consultants Conference kicked off three days of Beltwide Cotton Conferences Wednesday in Fort Worth, Texas. Louisiana consultant Hank Jones says the committee works to include lots of topics of interest to cotton consultants. “We try to cover a wide range of topics and certainly we want to stay current, and want to address topics that are going to provide value for us and our customers,” said Jones.

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UC Extension preps youth for emergencies

Western FarmPress

4-H leaders, youth complete state's first MyPI instructor certification workshop.

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AgDay TV Markets Now: Arlan Suderman Says Soybeans May be Removing Too Much Brazil Wx Premium

AgWeb Farm Journal

AgDay TV Markets Now: Arlan Suderman, StoneX, says soybeans slide but may be taking out too much risk premium with the crop losses in Brazil. Corn and wheat stage a technical bounce with the lower dollar.

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Courage in action for horses, people at Courage Rock

Western FarmPress

Slideshow: This farm and its horses help people facing obstacles find opportunities.

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Are Grain Futures Prices Bottoming?

AgWeb Farm Journal

Grain markets consolidate following a rough start to the year. Will the market be able to carve out a low or is there more downside to come?

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Forests burned more often than thought

Western FarmPress

‘Wildland fire is a fundamental forest ecosystem process,’ researcher says.

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Grain and Livestock Market Recap

AgWeb Farm Journal

Grain markets had a mixed day with corn and wheat higher while soybeans continued to struggle. Limit up in lean hogs gives us expanded limits tomorrow.

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Score a discount for Pennsylvania Dairy Summit

Western FarmPress

This year’s summit will take place in Lancaster on Feb. 7-8.

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Oranges: History, Nutrition, Health Benefits and Growing Guide

Agric4profits

Oranges are delightful fruits that come in bright hues of orange. These round wonders are not just tasty; they also bring a burst of energy and health benefits.

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Spread cheer, not invasive pests

Western FarmPress

Festive foliage may harbor invasive pests. Here’s how to avoid spreading them.

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Plums: History, Nutrition, Health Benefits and Growing Guide

Agric4profits

Plums are delightful fruits with a rich history and a spectrum of flavors. These small, round fruits come in various colors, such as purple, red, and yellow.

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North Carolina Cohort Training on Climate Resiliency Strategies and Local Food Systems

American Farmland

Our cohort focused on connecting BIPOC farmers and producers with resources to extend their farming operations, promoting a more resilient food and agricultural system in the state.

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Peaches: History, Nutrition, Health Benefits and Growing Guide

Agric4profits

Peaches are delicious fruits that many people enjoy eating. They come in various colors, such as yellow and white, and have a soft, juicy texture.

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