Real Agriculture
APRIL 15, 2024
It won’t be long before the soil is fit and planters roll into edible bean fields. On this episode of the RealAgriculture Edible Bean School, Hensall Co-op field marketer and edible bean grower Dave Louwagie shares a checklist he uses to make sure all systems are go when conditions are right for dry beans. To. Read More It won’t be long before the soil is fit and planters roll into edible bean fields.
Food Politics
APRIL 15, 2024
The study: Mixed nut consumption improves brain insulin sensitivity: a randomized, single-blinded, controlled, crossover trial in older adults with overweight or obesity. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. [link] Objective: “This study aimed to investigate longer-term effects of mixed nuts on brain insulin sensitivity in older individuals with overweight/obesity.
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Real Agriculture
APRIL 15, 2024
Cover crops can do a number of things, such as hold soil in place, cycle nutrients, suppress weed growth, and fix nitrogen. They can also interfere with planting and seeding the next crop if not terminated properly. There are several options available for terminating cover crops: choosing species that will winterkill (most of the time!
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Cattle buyer Clint Langley purchased his first set of heifers at 14 years old with his dad's tax refund check. See where he's at today and who he credits for getting him into the order-buying business.
Real Agriculture
APRIL 15, 2024
What makes a rubber cow mat unique? For German manufacturer Huber Technik it comes down to the fact that their rubber never meets the road. In this report from the 2024 Canadian Dairy XPO at Stratford, Ont., the company’s owner Veronika Kamm says Huber Technik’s stall mattresses are made from only new tire compounds. “Our. Read More What makes a rubber cow mat unique?
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
Two consecutive years of drought has been devastating for farmers in West Texas, and with forecasts of a transition to La Niña, economists and cotton leaders say it will force even more cotton farmers to call it quits.
Global Agtech Initiative
APRIL 15, 2024
The global ag robotics market is projected to grow significantly, from $13.4 billion in 2023 to an estimated $86.5 billion by 2033. The post Exploring the Future of Agriculture: A Deep Dive Into Robots appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
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Caff
APRIL 15, 2024
Photo Credit Bonnie Veblen As part of CAFF’s Ecological Farming Program , we collaborate with farmers to implement and better understand ecologically-based farming practices, which include climate smart farming and soil health practices. Climate smart farming practices are named for their potential to help farms mitigate and adapt to climate change through building soil carbon, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving natural resources like water and topsoil.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
It's a tale of two extremes this year. Some farmers report they can't find soil moisture to plant into, while others are struggling just to get into their fields. Agronomist Ken Ferrie weighs in on both scenarios.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Three cotton farmers from across the U.S. Cotton Belt talk about the opportunities and challenges cotton offers as the 2024 planting season approaches.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
Heavy rainfall across Argentina’s core soybean production areas has caused harvest delays and could lead to production losses, the Rosario Grain Exchange said.
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
APRIL 15, 2024
This week, farmers, consumers, and advocates across the country are making calls to Congress with a central message: pass a farm bill for all farmers that centers conservation, not consolidation. Farm bill negotiations may be heating up once again after a standstill that has left members of Congress divided about what to prioritize. Now is the time to act.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Dairy Outlook: Last year, U.S. bull studs sold a record 9.4 million units of beef semen, and 84% went to dairy farmers.
Civil Eats
APRIL 15, 2024
A version of this article originally appeared in The Deep Dish, our members-only newsletter. Become a member today and get the next issue directly in your inbox. In a popular 2013 Civil Eats essay , chef, writer , and instructor Kim O’Donnel explained her philosophy of cooking as the cornerstone of a sustainable food system. “The thing is, home cooking is serious business.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Ag Marketing IQ: WASDE disappoints, other markets set records, and weather market hype could help grain prices catch another gear.
AgriLife Today
APRIL 15, 2024
Donation intake closing as distribution continues for AgriLife Extension-operated Animal Supply Points The post Moving into the next stage of Panhandle wildfire recovery appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
They’re a hallmark of the winter annual weeds henbit and purple deadnettle. Here’s how to manage them and other winter annuals.
AgriLife Today
APRIL 15, 2024
AgriLife Extension event co-organizer shares success and future of farm-to-table event, Taste 360 The inaugural Taste 360 event, hosted by the Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences, brought together attendees interested in gardening and farm-to-table food to hear from experts and spark passions. While the event was designed to reach new audiences in the Bryan-College Station.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Carcass weights may decrease seasonally in the next few weeks but are expected to remain higher year over year for the remainder of the year.
USDA Blog
APRIL 15, 2024
With a legal lens and knack for paying attention to detail, Equity Commission Member Charles (Charlie) Rawls has been the go-to source to help capture the essence of the Equity Commission’s intentions. With his firsthand experience working on civil rights reforms at the Department of Agriculture as General Counsel and his visionary collaboration and advocacy skills, Rawls contribution to the Final Report (PDF, 2.0 MB), released in February 2024, was an asset to the Equity Commission.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Slideshow: Team SoySilk takes first place at Purdue’s Student Soybean Innovation Competition.
AgriLife Today
APRIL 15, 2024
Students and faculty recognized for outstanding accomplishments Students and faculty were honored at the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences 68th annual Convocation on April 13 at the Thomas G. Hildebrand, D.V.M. ’56 Equine Complex. Students across the College were recognized with Senior Merit Awards, three university-level student award nominations and Outstanding Student Awards.
Global Agtech Initiative
APRIL 15, 2024
As AGCO evolves its communication strategy, it must articulate its differentiated approach effectively to resonate with target customers. The post AGCO’s Launch of New Tech Brand: Was It Successful? appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
Infrastructure Woes To Watch: Potholes Plague Global Ag Trade apiuser Mon, 04/15/2024 - 10:29
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Also: Dems mock GOP memo, broadband program in doubt and more money for rural schools.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
USDA's First Soybean Planting Progress Report of the Year Shows Planting is Now Underway in 10 States apiuser Mon, 04/15/2024 - 15:51
ATTRA
APRIL 15, 2024
The application deadline is May 14, 2024. USDA is accepting applications for the Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP). FMPP supports the development, coordination, and expansion of direct producer-to-consumer markets to increase access to and availability of locally and regionally produced agricultural products. FMPP offers four types of funding: 36-month Capacity Building, 36-month Community Development Training and Technical Assistance, 24-month Turnkey Marketing and Promotion, and 24-month
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
High rainfall, cool temperatures temper early season corn progress.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
Cattle see a short covering bounce after a lower week and with less war fear says Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek. Hogs continue to see fund liquidation. Grains retreat on farmer selling & weather.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Mike Pearson takes a look at the latest WASDE report and tells listeners what's in it.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
Grains end lower on Monday erasing most of the gains from Friday. Randy Martinson, Martinson Ag, says weather and farmer selling were the biggest factors.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Winter wheat quality ratings slide a point lower, as expected.
AgriLife Today
APRIL 15, 2024
Event focuses on basics of staging and identifying pest, disease and weed issues in crops The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host the Northern Texas Panhandle Field Scouting School on April 30 in Amarillo. The workshop registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the main program following from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at. Read More → The post Northern Panhandle field scouting school will be April 30 in Amarillo appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
APRIL 15, 2024
Congress approves $1.5 million, Farm Bureau $5 million for cultivation.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
End of Panama’s Dry Season Brings Hope for Increased Traffic Through Panama Canal apiuser Mon, 04/15/2024 - 15:34
Far Eastern Agriculture
APRIL 15, 2024
The FarmRobotix platform celebrates premiere at the DLG Feldtage 2024, which will take place from 11-13 June at the estate Brockhof in Germany Aimed at farmers, manufacturers, start-ups and technology providers, FarmRobotix offers an international platform farmers and experts seeking compact and comprehensive information on the latest developments in robotics, AI, automation and digital solutions in crop production.
AgWeb Farm Journal
APRIL 15, 2024
Machinery Pete: Why Used Equipment Prices Have Dealers Worried apiuser Mon, 04/15/2024 - 15:01
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