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RealAg on the Weekend: Labour shortage, grain market slide, and lobster controversy, Feb 24, 2024

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg on the Weekend! On this weekend’s show, host Shaun Haney discusses a recent tweet controversy from Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAuley eating a lobster. Haney is then joined by: Neil Townsend of GrainFox to discuss this slide in the grain markets; Jennifer Wright with Canadian Agricultural Human. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg on the Weekend!

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Brazilian Soybeans Headed to U.S. in Early Spring

AgWeb Farm Journal

At least three U.S.-bound cargo ships are preparing to load with soybeans at two ports in Northern Brazil, according to shipping lineup data seen by Reuters.

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Watershed Project Bolsters Food Security in the Philippines

Food Tank

The Carood Watershed Project in the Philippines is working to restore and rejuvenate the natural environment within the Carood Watershed area. The project helps to demonstrate the importance of environmental restoration to livelihoods and food security. The Watershed Project, supported by the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), focuses on restoring degraded forests, preserving water reservoirs, and promoting sustainable land management practices.

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Nurturing Nature: Exploring the Beauty of Agriculture

Agric4profits

Through the creation of captivating videos that celebrate the beauty of agriculture, we can share this timeless story with the world, inspiring awe, fostering

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FinCEN Proposes Reporting Requirement for Cash Real Estate Purchases

AgWeb Farm Journal

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is proposing a new requirement for certain financial entities, like title companies, to report cash purchases of residential real estate.

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Europe to cut red tape for farmers following protests

Western FarmPress

The European Commission aims to amend a number of rules under the Common Agriculture Policy to reduce burdens for farmers.

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The Thyme Stem Nodes: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme stem nodes are crucial points along the stem of the Thymus vulgaris plant where various growth structures originate.

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The Thyme Fibrous Roots: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme fibrous roots are the fine, thread-like structures that form the outermost part of the root system in Thymus vulgaris plants.

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Showers this week

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

The latest 7-day QPF map shows that most areas of the Southeast will see some rain this week but most areas will only see showers, not significant amounts. A system moving out of the northern region today is bringing a little snow to higher elevations and some rain to NC and VA.

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The Grapefruit Pistil: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

The grapefruit pistil is a female reproductive organ found in the center of the flower of a grapefruit tree (Citrus paradisi).

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Webinar Workshop Series Offered for Small and Beginning Farmers

ATTRA

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering a free, monthly Small Farm & Beginning Farmer webinar series. This workshop series is designed to help empower and inspire small-acreage owners on different ways to utilize their land. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your small farm’s potential, these expert-led workshops will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve your agricultural aspirations.

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The Thyme Taproot: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme taproot, scientifically known as Thymus vulgaris, is an herbaceous plant renowned for its culinary and medicinal uses.

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Land-grant Universities Strengthening Small-scale Farms

ATTRA

USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture highlighted the work of several 1890 Land-grant Institutions in tackling challenges to small-scale agriculture and strengthening agricultural profitability and sustainability of small-scale farms. For example, at Lincoln University, the Innovative Small Farm Outreach Program (ISFOP) was established to help Missouri’s small farmers and ranchers, especially those who are socially disadvantaged and underserved.

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The Thyme Leaf Blades: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme leaf blades refer to the flattened, typically green structures that make up the foliage of the Thymus vulgaris plant.

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Grain Market Recap & 2-Minute Drill

AgWeb Farm Journal

Don't miss our weekly grain market recap along with Friday's 2-Minute Drill!

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The Thyme Lateral Roots: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme lateral roots are the secondary root structures that extend horizontally from the main taproot of the Thymus vulgaris plant.

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The Thyme Bracts: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme bracts are specialized leaf-like structures that surround the small, tubular flowers of the Thymus vulgaris plant.

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The Thyme Stem Internodes: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme stem internodes are the segments of the stem between two consecutive nodes.

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The Thyme Root Hairs: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Thyme root hairs are tiny, hair-like structures that emerge from the surface of the fibrous roots of the Thymus vulgaris plant.