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RealAg on the Weekend: Parliament shifts, choppy canola waters, & market fluctuations, Mar 15, 2025

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg on the Weekend! On todays show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Prime Minister Mark Carney and his new cabinet, including Kody Blois being named the new Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food; Dean Roberts with Sask Oilseeds on the impact that Chinese tariffs will have on Read More Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg on the Weekend!

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Comment: NSAC Responds to Government Funding Deal

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Comment: NSAC Responds to Government Funding Deal Washington, DC, March 15, 2025 Today, the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) reacted following Senate approval of the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (H.R. 1968) on a vote of 54-46.

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How to Identify Aquatic Flora and Fauna

Agric4profits

Aquatic plants grow in and around the rock pools and slow channels of the river. Some are rooted in mud or cracks in the rocks; others float on, or near, the water surface. They tend to be soft, fleshy, and easily torn.

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Recent stories on the Carolina wildfires

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

The dry conditions that have been occurring over parts of the Southeast, combined with several storms that have brought quite a bit of wind to the area, have helped fuel the development of numerous wildfires in the Carolinas as well as other parts of the Southeast.

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This Week in Agribusiness, March 15, 2025

Western FarmPress

Margin management, weed management options, products to alleviate plant stress, safety lights and signs for equipment and fertilizer products are featured this week.

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Dry after this weekend’s rain

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

The latest 7-day QPF map shows that almost all of the rain we get this week will be with the system that is moving through on Saturday night into Sunday morning.

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Why tariffs may hurt farm equipment makers

Western FarmPress

Farm machinery costs could climb as Made in USA claims face scrutiny.

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The real story behind Canada’s 250% dairy tariffs

Western FarmPress

Trump's recent comments reignite long-standing U.S.-Canada dairy trade tensions. Uncover the complexities of the USMCA agreement, its impact on American dairy exports and what's really at stake for farmers in this ongoing international dispute.

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Types and Uses of Biodiversity

Agric4profits

Efforts have been made in the previous articles to define the concept of biodiversity along with its historical perspective and levels. Additionally, the elements and characteristics of ecosystems, genetic erosion, its causes, and management were well elucidated. This article will focus on the types and uses of biodiversity.

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Guide to Understanding Genetic Erosion Effects

Agric4profits

Genetic erosion is the process in which a plant or animal species faces a gradual or drastic reduction or complete loss of its unique gene pool. A gene pool represents the complete set of unique alleles that occur in the genetic material of all members of a particular species.

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Essential Nutrients for Healthy Fish

Agric4profits

Fish Nutrition is the science that interprets the interaction of protein, lipids, energy, vitamins, minerals, and other substances in food in relation to growth, reproduction, health, disease, and other normal physiological functions of fish.

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Food Composition and Its Functions

Agric4profits

Foods commonly consumed by humans include cereals and cereal products, starchy roots and tubers, legumes (pulses), leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, sugars, syrups, sweets, preserves, meat, poultry, other meat products, seafood, shellfish, eggs, roe, milk, cream, cheese, fats, oils, herbs, spices, non-alcoholic and non-dairy beverages, alcoholic beverages, dietetic preparations, and miscellaneous items like salt, maggi… Read More » Food Composition and Its Functions

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Guide to Effective Hatchery Management for Fish Farming

Agric4profits

Fish farming systems can be classified into different categories, most especially based on the exposure to natural climates and the influence of weather. The three main classifications are: Open Systems, Semi-Closed Systems, and Closed Systems.

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How to Conduct Fisheries Ecology Research

Agric4profits

Ecology is often referred to as the “study of distribution and abundance.” One of the first things a field ecologist will want to know about an animal or plant species is: How dense is the population units of density are the number of individuals or colonies, etc per unit area or volume.

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Fishing Gear Technology: Revolutionizing Your Fishing Trip

Agric4profits

Fishing gear is the equipment used by fishermen when fishing. Almost any equipment or gear used for fishing can be called fishing tackle. Some examples are hooks, lines, sinkers, floats, rods, reels, baits, lures, spears, nets, gaffs, traps, waders, and tackle boxes.

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Ornamental Fisheries and Aquarium Design

Agric4profits

Ornamental fishes are attractive, colorful species with peaceful temperaments, often kept as pets in aquariums or garden pools. These fish are kept primarily for enjoyment and admiration. An aquarium is a container designed to display aquatic organisms in a simulated natural environment, with aquatic plants, rocks, gravel, and artificial decorations.

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How to Understand the Ecosystem Basics

Agric4profits

This article focuses on the ecosystem and aims to highlight its unique features and elements. The term ecosystem is a contraction of “ecological system,” referring to the relationships or interactions that exist among different biotic components as well as with abiotic components.

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Common Artiodactyla Species in Nigeria

Agric4profits

The Artiodactyla are known as even-toed ungulates due to the body weight resting on two digits (the third and fourth) or on all four digits (the second to fifth) of each foot. These species are herbivores, feeding on grasses and herbs (grazers) or shrubs and trees (browsers).

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How to Identify Insectivora and other Animals

Agric4profits

This article discusses the order Insectivora (insect-eating mammals), the bats, order Chiroptera (the only mammals possessing the ability to fly), the pangolins, order Pholidota (mammals with overlapping reptilian-like scales), and the hares and rabbits that belong to the order Lagomorpha. A few common reptiles and birds are also discussed.

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Classification and Characteristics of Primates and Proboscidea

Agric4profits

The order Primates contains over 700 species of animals. Although there is variation in their sizes, colors, shapes, intelligence, and habits, there are features common to all primates. This order includes the families Lorisidae (Pottos and Angwantibo), Galagidae (Galagos), Cercopithecidae (Tantalus, Patas, Colobus monkeys, Drill, and Baboon), and Pongidae (Gorilla and Chimpanzee).

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What is the Principles of Food Science Technology

Agric4profits

Food is a complex biochemical material that satisfies appetite, supports growth, maintains body processes, and supplies energy. From a professional standpoint, food is any substance whether processed, semi-processed, or raw intended for human consumption, which includes drinks and substances used in food preparation. This does not cover cosmetics, tobacco, or substances used solely as drugs.

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