Real Agriculture
JANUARY 23, 2024
CNH is investing an undisclosed amount in a Canadian start-up that is developing a compostable version of bale net wrap. Nature’s Net Wrap — based in Alberta — will use the funds to support testing and validation of its biopolymer material that’s designed to replace plastic twine and wrap, which eventually end up in landfills.
Food Politics
JANUARY 23, 2024
I see stores selling Kratom all over my downtown Manhattan neighborhood and am curious about it (no, I have not tried it, nor do I intend to). I took a look at the websitesof the American Kratom Association (AKA) and the FDA’s Kratom page. The AKA describes itself as “a consumer-based, nonprofit organization, focuses on setting the record straight about kratom and gives a voice to those who are suffering by protecting their rights to possess and consume safe and natural kratom.
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Real Agriculture
JANUARY 23, 2024
Agriculture, with its demanding nature, often requires individuals to be physically and mentally prepared for challenging situations. Farmers spend most of their days tending to crops or livestock, but don’t always commit time to caring for their own well-being. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, Shaun Haney covers this critical topic in conversation.
Agricultural Biodiversity
JANUARY 23, 2024
Jeremy’s latest newsletter summarizes a summary of a roundup of rotation research from northern China. Bottom line: more crops better. Anthropocene Magazine has a handy summary of recent research into crop diversity on the North China Plain. Bottom line: adding more crops to the current dominant rotation of wheat and maize increases yields and profits, sequesters more carbon in the soil and reduces overall greenhouse gas emissions.
Real Agriculture
JANUARY 23, 2024
Farmers Edge has entered into an agreement with its largest shareholder to take the company private, pending approval from other shareholders. The deal would see a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings, which owns approximately 61 per cent of the common shares in the digital agriculture company, purchase the remaining shares for a price of C$0.35.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JANUARY 23, 2024
David Heublein won the conventional, non-irrigated category of the 2023 NCGA yield contest for the state. The amazing yield was grown with only one-third of the total rainfall his fields usually get in a growing season.
Real Agriculture
JANUARY 23, 2024
It is true that mental illness can be incredibly difficult to see compared to a broken leg or an open wound, for example. But just like any other illness or health challenge, there are sometimes outward signs of mental health that can be observed by others. Deb VanBerkel is the chief programming officer for the. Read More It is true that mental illness can be incredibly difficult to see compared to a broken leg or an open wound, for example.
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Real Agriculture
JANUARY 23, 2024
Cover crops are not magic. It’s important to first understand the goal of using a cover crop and then measuring up each species and season to see if it’s a match. Farmers from east to west are using cover crops to accomplish several things: reducing erosion, cycling nutrients, fixing nitrogen, and fighting weeds, but that. Read More Cover crops are not magic.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JANUARY 23, 2024
In 2024, the company, which started in Australia in crops such as barley and canola, is offering its product for use on soybean acres in six states: MN, SD, ND, WI, NE and IA.
Real Agriculture
JANUARY 23, 2024
The Government of Saskatchewan is freezing the 2024 Crown land grazing rates at 2022 levels, as the industry continues to deal with the effects of several years of dry conditions, the province says. Saskatchewan has approximately 6 million acres of Crown land under grazing leases. Crown grazing rates are set annually using a formula based.
AgriLife Today
JANUARY 23, 2024
Horticultural research remains at epicenter of growing field Jeff Bednar, owner/operator of Profound Foods in Fairview, is relatively new to controlled environment horticulture. It might surprise any visitor to his 10-acre farm — featuring 10,000 square feet, soon to be 50,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor growing systems — that he doesn’t have a.
Real Agriculture
JANUARY 23, 2024
Thanks for tuning into this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by the Northern Pulse Growers Association! Host Shaun Haney is at the Northern Pulse Growers Association annual general meeting and is joined by: Erin Becker with the Northern Pulse Growers Association to discuss their organization; Dr. Joe Outlaw of Texas A&M University.
Daily Yonder
JANUARY 23, 2024
As policymakers in DC have continued to negotiate compromises to fund the federal government — and craft a new Farm Bill — there has been no shortage of political wrangling over the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), often referred to as “food stamps.” For example, in mid 2023 an agreement to raise the federal debt ceiling included a provision to tighten eligibility requirements for some SNAP users.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 23, 2024
Despite widespread drought, the 2023 crop set a 15.234 billion-bushel record. What will 2024 hold? What are the expectations for how supply and demand will shape the price outlook?
AgWeb Farm Journal
JANUARY 23, 2024
"While soybeans have had a nice break higher the last four days, corn is moving sideways." Dave Chatterton, Strategic Marketing says upside in corn is being limited by the 2.16-billion-bushel carryover.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 23, 2024
Corn and soybeans to make minor acreage swaps in 2024 while wheat acres await moisture outlooks.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Pear Psylla scientifically known as Cacopsylla pyricola is a tiny insect that can cause big trouble for pear trees, this small sap-sucking bug, with its scienti
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 23, 2024
Fewer corn and soybeans are moving through the Panama Canal, leaving more expensive, cumbersome and dangerous alternatives.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Plum curculio, scientifically known as Conotrachelus nenuphar, is a tiny beetle that can cause significant damage to various fruits, especially plums and peache
AgriLife Today
JANUARY 23, 2024
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service program provides unprecedented opportunities for birders of all skill levels As millions of birds take to the Texas skies during spring migration, experienced and aspiring birders alike have the opportunity to learn and observe myriad avian species across public and private lands through the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Birding.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Fittonia albivenis, commonly known as the Nerve Plant or Mosaic Plant, is a popular and attractive houseplant known for its vibrant and colorful foliage.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 23, 2024
Ag Secretary also announces new renewable energy and fertilizer initiatives at the American Farm Bureau annual convention.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
The Apple Maggot, scientifically known as Rhagoletis pomonella, is a small insect that poses a significant threat to apple orchards and fruit crops.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 23, 2024
Mike Pearson takes a look at the 16th annual Potato Expo held by the National Potato Council held in Austin, Texas.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Eleutherine bulbosa, commonly known as Long Coriander or Garlic Vine, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions in South America and Southeast
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 23, 2024
January has been full of challenges for cattle producers. The one good thing is that the majority haven't started calving season yet.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Grape phylloxera, scientifically known as Daktulosphaira vitifoliae, is a tiny insect that has had a significant impact on grapevines worldwide.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 23, 2024
Batton down the hatches. The 2024 ag financial outlook shows an uptick in land values, but lower commodity prices.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
The Peach Tree Borer, scientifically known as Synanthedon exitiosa, is a notorious pest that poses a significant threat to peach trees.
Global Agtech Initiative
JANUARY 23, 2024
VISION keynote speaker Vasanth Ganesan offers insight into the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for ag tech. The post Seeding the Future: Navigating Ag Tech Horizons in the Next 5 Years appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Sawflies, scientifically known as Symphyta, are fascinating insects that belong to the suborder Symphyta within the order Hymenoptera.
Global Agtech Initiative
JANUARY 23, 2024
The new partnership between Proagrica CDMS and Lexagri represents a concerted effort to drive forward a common language for data. The post Establishing a Common Language for Data in Agriculture appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Erythroxylum coca, commonly known as Coca, is a plant native to the Andean region of South America, where it has been cultivated for thousands of years for its
AgWeb Farm Journal
JANUARY 23, 2024
Vilsack stressed the importance of finding alternative ways to boost income, especially for small and medium-sized operations.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Raspberry Cane Borers scientifically known as Oberea bimaculata are insects that can cause significant damage to raspberry plants.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JANUARY 23, 2024
Machinery Pete shares a unique combine recently listed for sale and what it means for your farm’s equipment plan going forward.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 23, 2024
Powdery mildew, scientifically known as Erysiphales, is a pesky fungal disease that affects various plants, causing distress among gardeners and farmers alike.
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