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AI counts flea beetles in real-time

Real Agriculture

Understanding the prevalence of flea beetles in a canola field can make a big difference when it comes to management decisions in a field. This number-one insect pest of canola can quickly multiply in number and with the right environmental conditions move from below to well-above an economic threshold in a single day. Read More Understanding the prevalence of flea beetles in a canola field can make a big difference when it comes to management decisions in a field.

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NASDA Collects Key Farm Economic Data for USDA’s TOTAL/ARMS3 Survey

NASDA

News Article Starting in February, NASDA field enumerators headed to farms nationwide to conduct the TOTAL/ARMS3 survey part of USDAs Agricultural Resource Management Survey. This survey gathers important data on farm finances, including income, expenses, debt and family finances. In addition, the survey includes the Tenure, Ownership and Transition of Agricultural Land survey, which gathers detailed data on land tenure and records all land rented out for agricultural use.

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The Agronomists, Ep 185: Outsmarting weeds through herbicide layering with Rachel Evans and Dr. Joe Ikley

Real Agriculture

Keeping fields clean is job one, especially with less competitive crops, such as pulses or even corn. But flushing weeds and herbicide-resistant weeds create headaches for growers every spring. Is there a better option than in-crop control? Ladies and gentleman, herbicide layering has entered the chat. For this episode of The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith Read More Keeping fields clean is job one, especially with less competitive crops, such as pulses or even corn.

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Beekeepers Reporting Severe, Nationwide Honey Bee Losses

ATTRA

The Honey Bee Health Coalition reports that beekeepers nationwide have discovered sudden and significant colony losses over the winter. Information gathered from 234 beekeepers found average recent losses well over 50%. When these losses are combined with colony losses over the past 12 months, many beekeepers at a loss rate of 70% to 100%, according to the coalition.

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SDF to build utility tractors for Massey Ferguson brand

Real Agriculture

Agricultural machinery giant AGCO has entered into a supply agreement to have Massey Ferguson tractors built by SDF, the Italian tractor company that makes SAME and Deutz-Fahr machines. The partnership will see SDF produce low to mid-horsepower Massey Ferguson tractors up to 85 horsepower for most global markets beginning in mid-2025. AGCO says Read More Agricultural machinery giant AGCO has entered into a supply agreement to have Massey Ferguson tractors built by SDF, the Italian tractor comp

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Elevating gender awareness and inclusivity in the wheat research community

Agri-tech

In late January, twelve research leaders and senior staff from seven separate UK based institute and university organisations gathered at the John Innes Centre to undertake leadership training specifically tailored for enhancing gender awareness as part of the Rosalind Franklin Women in Wheat Champions programme. Over three days the participants received practical training on inclusive leadership.

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Ruminating with RealAg, Ep 17: Turning feedlot waste into fields of opportunity

Real Agriculture

Manure has been used as fertilizer for a very long time, however with the advent of fewer mixed farms and access to commercial fertilizer, which is easier to transport and often easier to apply, nearly all farmers have moved away from using manure as the primary source of fertilizer on their operations. That being said, Read More Manure has been used as fertilizer for a very long time, however with the advent of fewer mixed farms and access to commercial fertilizer, which is easier to transport

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Farmers demand answers on funding freeze

Western FarmPress

Producers attend House Agriculture Committee meeting to underscore the devastating impacts of sudden funding cuts, leaving many with mounting debts after broken contracts.

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Input-Output Relationships in Agriculture

Agric4profits

In the production process, inputs are transformed into outputs. Whatever is introduced into the production process emerges as output. Consequently, there exists a relationship between the input (resources used) and the output (the final product). Generally, a function describes the relationship between variables.

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Avian flu explodes in Ohio

Western FarmPress

More than 10 million birds have been affected in the past 45 days.

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Origin, Varieties, and Cultivation Practices of Cashew

Agric4profits

The Cashew (Anacardium occidentale; syn. Anacardium curatellifolium A.St.-Hil.) is a tree in the flowering plant family Anacardiaceae. The plant is native to northeastern Brazil, where it is called by its Portuguese name, Caju (the fruit) or Cajueiro (the tree). It is now widely grown in tropical climates for its cashew “nuts” and cashew apples.

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Which NFL players also play a role in agriculture?

Western FarmPress

FP Next, Ep.3: The NFL is home to farming and ranching contributions.

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Meaning and Scope of Agricultural Finance

Agric4profits

This article is significant as it provides the basic definition of agricultural finance and explains its components. It describes the nature and scope of agricultural finance and highlights the necessity for a deep understanding of the subject matter.

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North Carolina Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

ATTRA

Applications are due March 10, 2025. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is accepting applications for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program from state and/or local governmental units, academia (Universities and Colleges), and nonprofit organizations, including producer associations, community-based organizations, and other specialty crop stakeholders.

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Farm Records Keeping for Financial Decision Making

Agric4profits

One of the key factors that distinguish commercial farming from peasant farming is the deliberate effort by the farm operator to maintain records and accounts of farm operations. It is an undeniable fact that the backbone of any business organization aiming to maximize profits is a well-organized system of record-keeping and accounting.

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Ranchbot Launches Trough Direct at #CattleCon25

Agwired

At CattleCon 2025 Ranchbot launched Trough Direct , a stand-alone trough monitor with direct satellite connectivity enabling near real-time water levels and consumption data through the MyRanchbot app. The Trough Direct operates independently and can be easily installed with a side or top mount to accommodate a wide variety of trough types. To learn more about it I interviewed Andrew Coppin, CEO/Co-Founder, Ranchbot, in their booth in the trade show.

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Call it ‘climate smart’ or ‘sustainable,’ the end goal is the same

Western FarmPress

Sorghum Focus: No matter the catchphrase, doing more with less is in farmers best interests.

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Farm Accounts for Financial Management

Agric4profits

Farm accounting involves maintaining and using records and other information needed to measure the financial performance of the business. A farmer cannot possibly make intelligent decisions regarding the current use of capital unless adequate information regarding the current financial condition and past progress of the operation is at hand.

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CDFA Extends Grant Program for Pest Control Advisers

Agwired

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is offering California Pest Control Advisers (PCAs) a unique opportunity to earn $2,000 while contributing to the advancement of integrated pest management. Through an updated grant program facilitated by the California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA), PCAs can participate in a one-season study by tracking pest management practices in a selected field of lettuce, alfalfa, grapes, almonds, pistachios, or tomatoes.

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Why current crop price plateau will continue

Western FarmPress

Ag economists say we should expect to live within this crop price plateau for the next decade.

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Rose pruning tips for stronger, more vibrant flowers    

AgriLife Today

Annual rose pruning helps prevent disease, promotes growth and encourages blooms The post Rose pruning tips for stronger, more vibrant flowers appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Sending staples on Valentine’s funds farmers

Western FarmPress

Help support your local farmer by buying local.

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Origin, Varieties, and Cultivation Practices of Bananas and Plantains

Agric4profits

Banana plants belong to the family Musaceae. They are primarily cultivated for their fruit, and to a lesser extent for the production of fibre and as ornamental plants. Due to their size and structure, banana plants are often mistaken for trees.

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Dairy efficiency takes step forward with electric, autonomous tractor

Western FarmPress

Monarch Tractors Electric MK-V enhances dairy operations with autonomous feeding technology.

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The Meaning of Economies of Size in Agribusiness

Agric4profits

The size of a firm or farm significantly influences its output levels, profitability, and the efficiency of resources used in production. Generally, larger firms or farms are expected to enjoy greater economies of size. However, these economies depend on various factors, including the managerial and administrative expertise of the resource manager.

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WASDE sparks brief price pop before markets fade

Western FarmPress

Corn, soybeans turn lower after USDA offers few surprises.

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Hay supplies mixed, new crop outlook hinges on rainfall

AgriLife Today

Statewide hay supplies depend on conditions of winter forage crops and rainfall, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

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How to eat more beans

Western FarmPress

Whats Cooking in Illinois: The humble bean is nutritious, packed with protein and fiber, and suddenly uber popular. Heres how Steve Sando built a bean empire, plus what you need to know to eat more beans.

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Netafim Unveils the World’s First Hybrid Dripline

Global Agtech Initiative

This technology brings together the benefits of on-line dripper systems into a unified leak-free, clog-resistant and labor-saving solution. The post Netafim Unveils the Worlds First Hybrid Dripline appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Minnesota group honors leaders in the seed industry

Western FarmPress

Mac and Tom Ehrhardt have followed their father, George, not only in leadership in the family business Albert Lea Seed, but also in receiving the Achievement in Crop Improvement Award from the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association.

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Input-Input Relationships in Agricultural Finance

Agric4profits

The problem of input choice assumes vital importance, particularly when alternatives for producing a given product are available. Most agricultural products are produced with two or more critical inputs. In this context, substitution of one input for the other at the least cost to produce a given output forms the basis for most decision-making problems.

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Did your farm’s most important asset survive the winter?

Western FarmPress

Assess your soils to see if they were impacted by fluctuating winter weather conditions.

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Origin, Varieties, and Cultivation Practices of Kola

Agric4profits

Cola, belonging to the family Sterculiaceae and genus Cola, is a significant agricultural crop native to Africa, with Nigeria being the primary producer. In 1960, an estimated 140,000 tons of kola nuts were produced, predominantly in Nigeria. The kola tree is a dome-shaped evergreen, typically reaching heights of 10-16 meters (35 to 50 feet).

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Act early to beat waterhemp

Western FarmPress

Field Fodder: Preemergence herbicides should be paired with effective postemergence applications.

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Importance of Credit to the Farmers

Agric4profits

Some scholars argue that the lack of credit in sufficient quantity is a major constraint to agricultural development. They rest their argument on the fact that the adoption of most technologies involves the purchase of improved inputs.

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Can carbon programs make cover crops profitable?

Western FarmPress

Maybe. Though eligible for carbon payments and several government conservation programs, the number of acres planted to cover crops is slow to increase because farmers who qualify for those contributions still struggle to make the practice pencil out.

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Classification of Credit in Agribusiness

Agric4profits

In finance, credit refers to the process of obtaining control over the use of money in the present, in exchange for a promise to repay at a future date.

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