Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Bill C-234 is likely headed down a drawn-out path to its demise in the House of Commons after the Senate voted 40-39 in favour of an amendment to the bill that would have removed the federal carbon tax from natural gas and propane used on farms. Senators still have to vote on the revised version.
Food Politics
DECEMBER 5, 2023
COP-28, the UN’s climate change conference is happening in Dubai, right now. I’m trying to make sense of it. For starters, the irony : A climate-change conference in an oil-rich state The head of the conference publicly states “ there is ‘no science’ behind demands for phase-out of fossil fuels.” Lots of people fly there in carbon-emitting private jets But food—the effects of agriculture on climate change (and vice versa) is on its agenda this year—a major big deal.
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Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Diedrah Kelly has been named as executive director of Canada’s new Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) in Manila, Philippines. The federal government is planning to open the physical office in the new year. Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay told RealAgriculture last month that the office will open in or around February. The IPAAO is a $31.8.
Agricultural Biodiversity
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Jeremy’s latest podcast is out, and it’s a doozie. Plus it saves me adding it to the next Brainfood, which is coming soon, don’t worry people. Modern maize has long been a puzzle. Unlike other domesticated grasses, there didn’t seem to be any wild species that looked like the modern cereal and from which farmers could have selected better versions.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 5, 2023
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs has published its new Guide to Vegetable Production in Ontario – Publication 839. A replacement for Publication 363, the new guide includes updated crop production and fertility guidelines, pest activity calendars, crop development stages, and images and information of pests, diseases, and disorders.
Food and Farming Technology
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Guardian Agriculture, a leading developer of electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) systems for commercial-scale sustainable farming, today announced that it has become the first eVTOL manufac
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 5, 2023
The topic of tile drainage can get a little controversial — moving water has always been. When digging in to the ins and outs of tile drainage, however, it’s clear that at least some of the sticking points are based on myths. To get the real talk on tile, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by. Read More The topic of tile drainage can get a little controversial — moving water has always been.
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Agri-tech
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Researchers have uncovered the intricate molecular mechanism used by parasitic phytoplasma bacteria, known for inducing ‘zombie-like’ effects in plants. This detailed revelation opens new horizons for groundbreaking applications in biotechnology and even in biomedicine. The team led by Professor Saskia Hogenhout at the John Innes Centre, in partnership with The Sainsbury Laboratory.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Hopdoddy Burger Bar drops meat alternatives from its menu, decries claims from those manufacturers, and lauds the benefits of livestock production, particularly grass-fed beef.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
After a year of struggles in 2022, this year’s crop reaped weather that was much more favorable for growing cotton. Burlison, Tenn., farmer Brad Williams describes this year’s growing season as almost perfect.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Depending on the degree of cotton variety selection error, the 2023 on-farm trials clearly illustrated producers could lose an average of $104 to $133 per acre due to improper cotton variety selection.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Analysts say an initial cut could be made as early as first quarter 2024. One of the key factors the central banking system will consider is whether its inflation rate target of 2% has been achieved.
Agric4profits
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Pounded yam (Dioscorea spp.) are a good source of vitamin C – 27% of the daily value for fighting infections such as colds and flu and quick wound healing, anti-aging, strong bones, and healthy immune function. It also provides good amounts of fiber, potassium, manganese, and metabolic B vitamins.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
As global dairy companies set a new goal to trace and reduce emissions, U.S. dairy researchers say feeding a small amount of red seaweed may be the secret to cutting methane emissions from dairy cattle by up to half.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Alabama Agricultural Outlook Conference is Dec. 13 in Montgomery, Ala., at the Alabama Farmers Federation home office. Registration is free.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
“Plant early for optimum yield” is a common refrain soybean growers hear from agronomic experts today. If that’s your plan for 2024, here are three reminders to help you make it happen.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Beef Column: Winter is tough on the farm, but it’s a key time for developing replacements and preparing them for the breeding season. Here’s advice for how to do that.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Corn & wheat up on short covering, China sales but how high can markets go? Soybeans consolidate awaiting Brazil wx news. Cattle bounce but will it hold? Hogs see profit taking. Ted Seifried, Zaner Ag Hedge, explains.
American Farmland
DECEMBER 5, 2023
✨ Meet Jean Stewart, a Midwest farmer with 57 years of cultivating wisdom. As a finalist for the 2023 Illinois Leopold Conservation Award, Jean's story is a testament to the power of no-till farming and sustainable agriculture. ?? Discover how he transformed his farm, embraced cover crops, and become a leader in responsible nutrient management. ?
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
American Gothic: Farm Couple Nailed in Massive $9M Crop Insurance Fraud apiuser Tue, 12/05/2023 - 07:44
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Management strategies, termination times and seed mixtures are all important aspects of a successful plan.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Labor Can Be Dairy Farmers' Biggest Challenge, That's Why This Wisconsin Dairy Is Getting Creative To Keep Employees apiuser Tue, 12/05/2023 - 12:22
FreshFarm Blog
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Farmers markets aren't just places to buy groceries – they are a treasure trove of locally crafted gifts. Check out our local gift guide.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
China is currently facing a significant and potentially dangerous issue related to its hidden debt problem, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Some input prices, such as fertilizer, are dropping, but will the savings compensate for lower commodity output prices?
Agric4profits
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Toothache grass, scientifically known as Ctenium aromaticum, is a tropical grass species that has garnered attention for its traditional medicinal uses, particu
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
E-Corn-Omics: Corn export optimism, slim soybean shipments, and cooling inflationary pressures keep ag markets on their toes.
Agric4profits
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Galangal (Alpinia galanga) is closely linked to ginger, but each variety has its own nutritional profile and tastes more citrus, earthy, or pine-like.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Illinois Farm Bureau delegates elected Brian Duncan of Polo as president and Evan Hultine of Princeton to serve as vice president.
Global Agtech Initiative
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Accelerated computing company NVIDIA identifies farming’s biggest issues and develops the right technologies to help solve them. The post How NVIDIA Is Bringing AI to Agriculture appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Mike Pearson tells us how many farmers in the Plains will be reporting lower farm income in 2024 due to the drought and increased costs.
Agric4profits
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Horehound also known as Marrubium vulgare, is a small flowering perennial plant closely related to mint and belonging to the same family.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Here is a look at practices that led Cope Grass Farms to earn the 2023 Missouri Leopold Conservation Award.
West Texas Livestock
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Winter is finally here, though here in Texas, it doesn’t feel like it too much. But with this time of year, producers will put hay out to feed their animals. Depending on how you get it, hay is typically one of the cheaper options when it comes to supplements. An issue we currently face across […] The post 4 simple ways to avoid extra costs with hay appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
In a state like Texas, prone to weather disasters, crop insurance could be a useful risk management tool.
AgWeb Farm Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Corn and wheat try to hold early gains on a 7.3 mb SRW wheat sale to China but hit resistance. Plus, soybeans remove Brazil weather premium. Cattle bounce but will it hold? Randy Martinson, Martinson Ag, has more.
Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 5, 2023
2023 Purdue trials show huge yield gains from sulfur in soybeans, even on good soils.
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