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How to keep your hydraulic log splitter in top condition

Western FarmPress

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.

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Health, housing and the path ahead: UC Berkeley researchers on the Los Angeles fires

Berkeley Blog

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.

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Meet your North Dakota FFA Stars

Western FarmPress

Joe Lindberg, Jackson Brossart, Kylie Skadberg and Samantha Burchill honored.

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State’s Proposed Budget and Climate Bond Commitments Support Programs for Family Farms

Caff

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.

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Reconnect at these rural Kansas retreats

Western FarmPress

Kansas Tourism: Enjoy a cozy couples getaway at one of these rural Kansas getaways.

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Family Farmer Finds a Connection to Eaters Through Livestock

Food Tank

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.

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Predicting the future

Western FarmPress

Can you believe it? In Nebraska, its possible to pay as much for a female as an acre of land.

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UA studies look at organic cotton

Western FarmPress

Arizona Ph.D. student explores organic cotton as summer crop for desert vegetable farmers, addressing challenges in ginning, defoliation, and water availability.

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New faculty redefining horticultural crop quality for human health

AgriLife Today

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.

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WASDE: Lower corn, soy production lifts prices significantly

Western FarmPress

USDAs report showed production declining further than analysts were anticipating.

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Topcon and PFG America Partner to Bring Precision Ag to Deutz-Fahr Tractors in the U.S.

Global Agtech Initiative

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.

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Get ‘big data’ help on your farm

Western FarmPress

Heres your chance to help validate big data recommendations on your farm.

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Complete Practical Guide on Organic Thyme Farming

Agric4profits

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.

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Export Report: Grain sales slump to marketing-year lows

Western FarmPress

Corn, soybean and wheat volume all post massively disappointing results.

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This Is the Season of Food and Environmental Storytelling!

Food Tank

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.

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Treasury Department announces new clean fuel tax credit guidance

Western FarmPress

Latest 45Z information leaves many questions unanswered.

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Carrie-Anne Palmeri

Organic Farming Research

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.

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Can H-2A employees fill labor gaps?

Western FarmPress

The Growth Curve: Boosting on-farm labor with temporary foreign workers increases reliability and alleviates lay-offs.

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Berkeley Talks: A blueprint for creating a world where everyone belongs

Berkeley Blog

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.

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Focus on fundamentals for corn, soybeans

Western FarmPress

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.

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Bryan Wood

Organic Farming Research

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.

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I’m sorry for what I said while loading the planter

Western FarmPress

Between the Fencerows: Online equipment sales paid off for this farmer with prices better than expected and higher than trade-in value.

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Complete Practical Guide on Organic Wheat Farming

Agric4profits

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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How consumers are affected by disasters in poultry industry

Western FarmPress

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.

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Rural Energy for America Program Awards Announced by USDA

ATTRA

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.

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Horizon Ag launches new varieties, brings together grower advisory board

Western FarmPress

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.

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USDA Invests $14.4 Million in Urban Agriculture

ATTRA

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.

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U.S. cotton growers: Enroll now for sustainability programs

Western FarmPress

Grower enrollment specialists are available to provide personalized, regional-specific support, answer questions, and guide growers through the registration process for both programs.

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Sandhills Ranch Internship Program Provides Experience

ATTRA

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.

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FFA leadership winners punch ticket to nationals

Western FarmPress

Leadership Development Events held at new conference in December due to Coliseum renovations.

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Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production Grants

ATTRA

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.

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Farm Progress America, Jan. 10, 2025

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson takes a look at the new Congress which has been up and running for a week and who could make up the Ag Committee.

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Dynasty kidney bean named U of G’s innovation of the year

Real Agriculture

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

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Industry Ag News 1/10

Agwired

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.

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What’s in store for used farm machinery markets in 2025, Machinery Pete?

Real Agriculture

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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Nibbles: Tree seeds, Tepary beans, USDA trials, Seed Savers Exchange, China genebank, Nepal indigenous crops, Giant yams, Brogdale, Old apples, AI taxonomy, FEED database, IPBES Nexus report, Business & biodiversity

Agricultural Biodiversity

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.

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Soil health benchmark survey will help producers with future management decisions

Real Agriculture

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.

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