Food Tank
JANUARY 10, 2025
As a third-generation farmer, Randy Hutton Jr. always knew he wanted to raise his own family on a farm. He has farmed in the Chesapeake Bay watershed since the early 2000s and now works full-time with his son, Matt, growing corn, soybeans, and wheat whilehumanely raising pigs. I’ve always liked working; the challenge of [farming], the freedom of it, the personal responsibility of it, says Hutton.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 10, 2025
Organic wheat farming focuses on cultivating wheat without synthetic chemicals. It emphasizes natural inputs and sustainable practices. Farmers use organic fertilizers and crop rotation to maintain soil fertility and promote healthy plant growth. Organic wheat farming promotes biodiversity by integrating other crops and encouraging beneficial organisms.
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Caff
JANUARY 10, 2025
Sacramento , CA Today California Governor Gavin Newsom released his 2025-26 state budget proposal , which demonstrates the important opportunities made possible by the recently passed Proposition 4 Climate Bond. This budget comes amidst wildfires raging in Southern California, impacting so many Californians including many urban farmers, farmers markets, community gardens and farms.
Berkeley Blog
JANUARY 10, 2025
As a series of historic fires continue to burn in L.A., scholars offer insight into their causes and fallout. The post Health, housing and the path ahead: UC Berkeley researchers on the Los Angeles fires appeared first on Berkeley News.
Agric4profits
JANUARY 10, 2025
Organic thyme farming focuses on growing thyme without synthetic chemicals, using natural methods to ensure healthy crops. This approach promotes biodiversity, improves soil health, and supports sustainable agriculture practices. Organic thyme is in high demand due to its culinary and medicinal uses.
Food Tank
JANUARY 10, 2025
A version of this piece was featured in Food Tanks newsletter, released weekly on Thursdays. To make sure it lands straight in your inbox and to be among the first to receive it, subscribe now by clicking here. Before I tell you about our upcoming event during Sundance, we’re heartbroken to see the devastation caused by the tragic fires in California.
Real Agriculture
JANUARY 10, 2025
After some supercharged years, the used farm equipment market took a tumble in 2024 and farmers can expect to see a further correction in 2025. Thats the take from Greg Peterson, the man farm equipment buyers and sellers more commonly refer to as Machinery Pete. Peterson has been tracking used equipment auction prices for 35 Read More After some supercharged years, the used farm equipment market took a tumble in 2024 and farmers can expect to see a further correction in 2025.
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Real Agriculture
JANUARY 10, 2025
Dynasty, a University of Guelph dark red kidney bean innovation recognized for its high yield, disease resistance and adaptability, has earned the schools 2024 Innovation of the Year. Dr. Peter Pauls, professor in theDepartment of Plant Agricultureat theOntario Agricultural College, developed Dynasty with research technician Tom Smith. The cross that led to Dynasty was initiated Read More Dynasty, a University of Guelph dark red kidney bean innovation recognized for its high yield, disease resis
Organic Farming Research
JANUARY 10, 2025
Director of Farm Resources, Organic Valley Bryan Wood is the Director of Farm Resources at Organic Valley / CROPP Cooperative, where he leads programs and services that advance organic farming practices across the United States.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Farmstead Forest: No matter if youre splitting logs for your own use or for your firewood business, you want the splitter to be reliable and in working order when you need it most.
ATTRA
JANUARY 10, 2025
USDA announced that it is awarding $120 million in Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grants for 516 projects in 39 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This program helps farmers and small business owners make energy efficiency improvements and expand their use of wind, solar and other forms of clean energy. The grants include energy-efficient grain-drying and lighting systems for farms, as well as renewable energy systems to power agricultural businesses.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Corn, soybean and wheat volume all post massively disappointing results.
AgriLife Today
JANUARY 10, 2025
Darwish brings innovative plant research focused on improving performance and nutrition The post New faculty redefining horticultural crop quality for human health appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Can you believe it? In Nebraska, its possible to pay as much for a female as an acre of land.
Global Agtech Initiative
JANUARY 10, 2025
Ten customer-inspired agtech and engineering solutions from CNHs Case IH and New Holland brands have won the AE50 2025 awards. The post AE50 2025: 10 Ag Innovations from CNH Awarded by ASABE appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Kansas Tourism: Enjoy a cozy couples getaway at one of these rural Kansas getaways.
ATTRA
JANUARY 10, 2025
USDA’s Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production announced the availability of $2.5 million in Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (UAIP) grants. According to USDA, recipients of UAIP competitive grants, including community gardens and nonprofit farms, will increase food production and access in economically distressed communities, provide job training and education, and allow partners to develop business plans and zoning proposals.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
How did the new 2024 varieties perform, and what can rice producers expect in the coming season? Plus, Horizon Ags Grower Advisory Board endeavors to address challenges faced by the rice industry.
Real Agriculture
JANUARY 10, 2025
New information is continually emerging about the interactions occurring beneath our feet. The science of soil is constantly evolving, with new insights into how billions of bacteria, fungi, nematodes, and protozoa interact with plants, the nutrients available in the soil, and the potential amount of carbon that can be sequestered. While soil sampling is a Read More New information is continually emerging about the interactions occurring beneath our feet.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Grower enrollment specialists are available to provide personalized, regional-specific support, answer questions, and guide growers through the registration process for both programs.
Global Agtech Initiative
JANUARY 10, 2025
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in bringing Topcons innovative after-market solutions to a broader audience of farmers. The post Topcon and PFG America Partner to Bring Precision Ag to Deutz-Fahr Tractors in the U.S. appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Joe Lindberg, Jackson Brossart, Kylie Skadberg and Samantha Burchill honored.
ATTRA
JANUARY 10, 2025
The Sandhills Ranch Internship Program is accepting applications for its summer program until January 15, 2025, reports Midwest Messenger. The program, facilitated by the Sandhills Task Force, plans to place 10 interns on Nebraska ranches this year, its third in operation. Interns receive a monthly stipend through the program, with housing and partial board provided by the host ranches.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Natural disasters create a need for a resilient supply chain in the U.S. Here is what the poultry industry does to brace for impact.
ATTRA
JANUARY 10, 2025
Applications are due by March 10, 2025. USDA’s Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production is accepting applications for $2.5 million in Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production Grants. Eligible applicants include local government entities and nonprofits. The agency expects the amount of each award to range from $100,000 to $250,000, for projects up to two years in duration.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
The Growth Curve: Boosting on-farm labor with temporary foreign workers increases reliability and alleviates lay-offs.
Berkeley Blog
JANUARY 10, 2025
john a. powell and Stephen Menendian, director and assistant director of UC Berkeleys Othering and Belonging Institute, discuss their 2024 book, Belonging Without Othering: How We Save Ourselves and the World. The post Berkeley Talks: A blueprint for creating a world where everyone belongs appeared first on Berkeley News.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
South Carolina corn farmers face challenges in 2025 after a tough 2024. Experts advise sticking to fundamentals: soil testing, proper fertilization, and realistic yield goals.
Organic Farming Research
JANUARY 10, 2025
Organic Program Manager, Natures Path Organic Foods Carrie-Anne Palmeri serves as Organic Program Manager to Natures Path Organic Foods, North Americas largest independent organic breakfast and snack food company.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
USDAs report showed production declining further than analysts were anticipating.
Real Agriculture
JANUARY 10, 2025
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio. Host Shaun Haney is joined by Kyle Larkin with Grain Growers of Canada on the impact of the prorogued parliament on private member and government bills. The RealAg Issues panel, featuring Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith both of RealAgriculture and Meagan Murdoch of Hill Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Arizona Ph.D. student explores organic cotton as summer crop for desert vegetable farmers, addressing challenges in ginning, defoliation, and water availability.
Agwired
JANUARY 10, 2025
Ranking Member Angie Craig applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture after it announced that an additional $650 million would be made available to support struggling specialty crop producers. On December 18, 2024, the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance sent a letter to the bipartisan leadership of the House and Senate Agricultural Committees requesting additional economic assistance for specialty crop producers.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Latest 45Z information leaves many questions unanswered.
Agricultural Biodiversity
JANUARY 10, 2025
Collecting tree seeds properly and respectfully is not easy. No word on how easy it is to collect tepary beans respectfully. Helping the USDA with their germplasm evaluations , on the other hand, is a breeze. Any tepary beans? Seed Savers Exchange makes conserving seeds look easy. Spoiler alert: it isn’t. It seems to be very easy to open new national genebanks in China.
Western FarmPress
JANUARY 10, 2025
Between the Fencerows: Online equipment sales paid off for this farmer with prices better than expected and higher than trade-in value.
Food Politics
JANUARY 10, 2025
I. Darius Mozaffarian, a nutrition professor at Tufts University, has an editorial in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition: The Dietary Guidelines for Americansis the evidence bar too low or too high? He writes about an analysis of the systematic literature reviews SRs) that form the basis of science-based decisions in the guidelines. His comments gives an insight into the Dietary Guidelines process worth seeing.
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