Fri.Feb 21, 2025

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Nitrogen fertilizer markets creep up on snug supplies, strong demand

Real Agriculture

The fertilizer market doesnt move in lock-step with the grain markets both the peak demand and trends work on their own timelines. Which is too bad, of course, when commodity prices drop but fertilizer prices dont follow suit. Both the fertilizer and commodity markets are, however, working through uncertainty and trade disruption created by Read More The fertilizer market doesnt move in lock-step with the grain markets both the peak demand and trends work on their own timelines.

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Future reading: The Fish Counter!

Food Politics

My next forthcoming book is now available for preorder. I say next, because this one is a bit of a surprise, even to me. Its a spinoff from my forthcoming (in September, I think) new and thoroughly revised edition of What to Eat, retitled What to Eat Now the book Ive been working on for the last three years. Heres what the publisher says about The Fish Counter : A standalone extract from the newly revised edition of her groundbreaking What to Eat (which is being reissued as What to Eat Now ).

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RealAg Radio: Canada’s game, weather woes, and avian influenza, Feb 21, 2025

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Shaun Haney is joined by Drew Lerner with World Weather Inc. to discuss the spring weather forecast. Haney is then joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith both of RealAgriculture for the RealAg Issues Panel. The trio discusses a number of topics including: Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio!

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OFRF kicks off NRCS webinar series with a deep dive into Technical Note 12

Organic Farming Research

Learn about the Organic Farming Research Foundation's webinars with the USDA NRCS on Technical Note 12. These sessions provide valuable insights into organic farming practices, covering topics like soil health, pest management, and conservation techniques to help NRCS staff support organic and transitioning farmers across the U.S. The post OFRF kicks off NRCS webinar series with a deep dive into Technical Note 12 appeared first on Organic Farming Research Foundation.

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Review, repair, and replace to avoid equipment downtime

Real Agriculture

Working, reliable equipment is a necessity on the farm, and we dont just mean the tractors. Pieces of portable equipment such as augers and conveyors can easily be forgotten in the rush to get the job done, but the process of reviewing equipment that is on the farm, and then making the decision to repair Read More Working, reliable equipment is a necessity on the farm, and we dont just mean the tractors.

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Understanding pH Part One:

UnderstandingAg

By Kyle Richardville Understanding Ag, LLC About the Understanding series Agriculture isnt rocket science. Its much more complex than that. Farming and ranching involve the fields of biology, ecology, chemistry, botany, physics, geology, meteorology, politics, economics, psychology and mechanics, just to name a few. Companies make a fortune off many farmers and ranchers on such topics because its impossible to study everything and still have a life outside of work.

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ProAg’s Nancy Molter-Zirbes Honored with the Service Member Patriot Award

ProAg

ProAg believes outstanding leadership goes beyond just businessit’s about supporting people in every aspect of their lives. That’s why we’re proud to celebrate Nancy Molter-Zirbes, ProAg Software Development Manager, as she receives the Service Member Patriot Award. This honor recognizes supervisors who go above and beyond to support employees serving in the National Guard and Reserve.

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What Is Multi-Peril Crop Insurance? (And other FAQs)

ProAg

Crop insurance helps protect your farm and your future but we know theres a lot to learn about the subject. Independent ProAg agents are ready to help you find the right policy for your operation and were not stopping there. Were answering some frequently asked questions to make sure you feel prepared for the seasons ahead. What is Multi-Peril Crop Insurance?

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USDA releases $20 million in frozen funds to honor farmer contracts

Western FarmPress

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announces partial fund release for conservation payments, but many farmers still uncertain about their payment status.

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Beef Quality Assurance Update and Awards at CattleCon

Agwired

Translation of Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) materials into Spanish is underway. Veterinarians, producers, and anyone involved with worker training recognize the value of material provided in a language that the employee understands and multiple ways of providing that information, such as written, oral communication, or video. This is a major goal of the BQA program as educational resources expand.

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How to make organic no-till beans soar

Western FarmPress

A good cover crop mat for weed control can help.

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Comment: NSAC Responds to “First Tranche” Release of Popular Conservation Funding

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Comment: NSAC Responds to First Tranche Release of Popular Conservation Funding Washington, DC, February 21, 2025 Today, the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) released the following statement attributable to Mike Lavender, NSAC Policy Director, in response to USDAs announcement that it would release a fraction of paused conservation investments.

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Measuring cover crop biomass could simplify management

Western FarmPress

Hi-Tech Farming: New techniques could get a handle on how much biomass exists with a cover crop.

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New researcher to advance intersection of wildlife and land management   

AgriLife Today

Kasner joins Texas A&M AgriLife Research to expand wildlife conservation and outreach The post New researcher to advance intersection of wildlife and land management appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Bird flu kills dairy workers’ cats, suggesting a viral change

Western FarmPress

The CDC shares concerns that the bird flu may have changed and could be becoming more infectious.

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New White Paper Explores GenAI Adoption in Agriculture

Global Agtech Initiative

A new report aims to bridge the adoption gap by providing a blueprint for food and ag enterprises to move GenAI projects beyond the concept stage. The post New White Paper Explores GenAI Adoption in Agriculture appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Why are egg prices so high?

Western FarmPress

Consumers are decrying the price of a dozen eggs, but HPAI is taking a toll on poultry farmers around the U.S.

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ION Commodities Transforms Grain and Oilseed Merchandising with the Relaunch of Agtech

Global Agtech Initiative

The new Agtech is a groundbreaking Software as a Service (SaaS) solution poised to transform grain and oilseed merchandising and trading. The post ION Commodities Transforms Grain and Oilseed Merchandising with the Relaunch of Agtech appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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No heat in the shop!

Western FarmPress

Between the Fencerows: Time to replace the geothermal unit or move to a boiler. In the throes of tax preparation and bookwork, limited grain deliveries are welcome.

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Syngenta’s Chief Digital Officer Weighs in on Leveraging AI for Digital Transformation in Legacy Companies

Global Agtech Initiative

Syngenta's Feroz Sheikh shares insight on how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the agricultural industry. The post Syngenta’s Chief Digital Officer Weighs in on Leveraging AI for Digital Transformation in Legacy Companies appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Export Report: Corn, wheat post strong results

Western FarmPress

Soybean volume was rangebound last week.

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Lindsay FieldNET Advisor Earns American Society of Agricultural & Biological Engineers AE50 Award

Global Agtech Initiative

Whole farm water management package simplifies irrigation decisions for growers. The post Lindsay FieldNET Advisor Earns American Society of Agricultural & Biological Engineers AE50 Award appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Hamilton is the newest Kansas FFA chapter

Western FarmPress

Hamilton High School signs its charter for a new FFA chapter.

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Bricmont Hardship Assistance Fund

ATTRA

Applications are accepted quarterly; the first quarter ends March 28, 2025. The Bricmont Hardship Assistance Fund gives $5,000 to $20,000 direct financial disaster assistance grants to organic farmers and processors in California for hardship related to drought, extreme weather, or climate impacts. CCOF administers these reimbursement grants. Extreme weather and climate impact grant applications will be accepted from non-certified organic operations, but organic operations will be prioritized.

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Don't use the cookie cutter method when it comes to cattle marketing

Western FarmPress

Mr. CattleMaster, Doug Ferguson explains his method of sell/buy cattle marketing.

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Utah Agricultural Water Optimization Program

ATTRA

Applications are due February 28, 2025. Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is accepting applications for Agricultural Water Optimization Program grants that help agricultural producers optimize their water use to create water resiliency in Utah. The program improves the use of water resources and maintains viable agriculture without increasing depletions through innovative agricultural practices and the funding of new and updated infrastructure.

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IDOA rolls out cover crop direct payments

Western FarmPress

The Illinois Department of Agriculture recently announced a new program for cover crop payments of up to $105 per acre, depending on the crop and termination.

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Organic Cotton Could Be Summer Crop for Arizona Vegetable Farmers

ATTRA

University of Arizona Ph.D. student Macey Keith has been exploring how organic Upland cotton might be used as a summertime crop for organic vegetable farmers in Arizona, reports Western Farm Press. The Upland cotton withstands the region’s heat and performs well due to high numbers of beneficial insects in the area. Although growing organic cotton could help farmers cover land costs, there are challenges to making the idea work, including getting a local gin certified for organic productio

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Needs persist nearly a year after Texas Panhandle wildfires

Western FarmPress

Next week will mark one year since the Smokehouse Creek fire scorched the Texas Panhandle. Thousands of miles of fencing still need to be replaced, while mental health and healing also continue to be a concern.

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How Digital Farming is Redefining Risk Management

Cropaia

Agriculture is inherently risky, with farmers and agribusinesses constantly facing uncertainties related to weather. Such risks include pests, diseases, fluctuating market prices, and supply chain disruptions and more. Effective risk management is crucial for ensuring sustainable production, food security, and profitability. In recent years, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has emerged as a powerful tool for mitigating these risks.

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Corn leafhoppers emerge in Missouri

Western FarmPress

Heres a new strategic plan for dealing with the pest to save corn yield in 2025.

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It’s Not Too Late to Protect Blue Food Systems

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. Over the past few years, Food Tank has been working to pay closer attention to blue foodsaquaculture, fisheries, aquatic plants, and seaweed. Marine and freshwater food systems support the livelihoods of roughly 800 million people worldwide, according to the Blue Food Assessment.

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Farm Progress America, Feb. 21, 2025

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson takes a look at two other states stepping into the debate of cell cultured and plant based meat.

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Industry Ag News 2/21

Agwired

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced that USDA will release the first tranche of funding that was paused due to the review of funding in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). In alignment with White House directives, Secretary Rollins will honor contracts that were already made directly to farmers. Specifically, USDA is releasing approximately $20 million in contracts for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program, the Conservation Stewardship Program, and the Agricultural Conser

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Future shock trends in agriculture: The regenerative and transformative future

Western FarmPress

Road Warrior: Next-Gen farmers will not only be tech savvy but they will role in bridging the gap between urban and rural communities.

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Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture to speak to state agriculture officials

NASDA

Media Advisory WHO : Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture Daryl Harrison will speak to the Marketing and International Trade Committee during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2025 Winter Policy Conference (NASDA). The committee of NASDA members plays a key role in supporting the development of NASDAs international agricultural marketing strategies.

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Why forage growth stage matters when grazing cattle

Western FarmPress

Beef Column: When cattle nutrition requirements arent met, performance is hindered and profits are lost.

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