NASDA

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Press Release ARLINGTON, Va. National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney issued the following statement. Farmers and ranchers are encountering tremendous pressures under high input costs, elevated interest costs, deeply depressed commodity futures markets and poor local cash markets. Additionally, they have experienced powerful headwinds, ranging from extreme weather to uncertain global demand to supply chain disruptions.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Amidst the chaos of Finance Minister Chrystia Freelands shocking resignation and the headlines highlighting the deficit ballooning to nearly $62 billion, there were a few notable measures for the agriculture sector in the Fall Economic Statement tabled by House Leader Karina Gould on Monday afternoon. Theres a huge caveat surrounding much of whats in the Read More Amidst the chaos of Finance Minister Chrystia Freelands shocking resignation and the headlines highlighting the deficit ballooning to

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NASDA

DECEMBER 16, 2024

ARLINGTON, Va. The Northeast Regional Food Business Center is pleased to award $2 million in sub-award funding to 17 technical assistance provider organizations across the Northeast. Thirteen awardees will receive grants of up to $100,000 to support small- and mid-sized food and agricultural businesses with projects that include: Business technical assistance Value and supply chain coordination Market development Financial guidance services Production expansion and new product development The C

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Shaun Haney is joined by Lyndsey Smith of RealAgriculture to discuss upcoming episodes of The Agronomists. Then hear from RealAgricultures in-house agronomist Peter Wheat Pete Johnson to discuss a number of agronomic topics including: Sulphur strategies and application; Modern agriculture; and 2025 Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio!

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Berkeley Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

UC Berkeley researchers used bacterial DNA from a 120-year-old herbarium specimen to reconstruct the history of Pierces disease in California. The post What a century-old grapevine reveals about a disease that plagues wine country appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Knowing your soil is critical to understanding a fields potential and setting realistic yield goals that make economic sense for the 2025 growing season. Heading into a the new year with depressed crop prices, growers will be looking to sharpen their pencils this winter to optimize input investment, including everything from seed and weed control Read More Knowing your soil is critical to understanding a fields potential and setting realistic yield goals that make economic sense for the 2025 gro

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Berkeley Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Three instructors discuss why Italian author Elena Ferrantes work is so captivating worldwide, including at Berkeley. The post No. 1 book of the century, ‘My Brilliant Friend’, is subject of UC Berkeley research, courses appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 16, 2024

A federal judge and a Washington state court recently blocked the US$25 billion merger between supermarket chains Kroger and Albertsons. The ruling follows concerns from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and union representatives that the merger would hurt consumers and workers. The FTC argues that combining the two companies would reduce competition, leading to higher prices and fewer choices.

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Berkeley Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The Steele Prize of the American Mathematical Society honors work that has had a lasting impact. The post Ken Ribet awarded math prize for influential proof appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Global Agtech Initiative

DECEMBER 16, 2024

From advancements in speed to the integration of weed pressure mapping, Deere is redefining precision agronomy with See & Spray. The post 5 Insights from John Deere’s Virtual Agronomy Summit on See & Spray Technology appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Thyme farming is a growing venture that is gaining popularity due to its versatile uses. It can be grown in small gardens, larger farms, or even in pots. Proper management ensures high-quality thyme production for various markets.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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World Agri-Tech

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Syngenta , Platinum Parter of World Agri-Tech San Francisco 2025 , has reached a new milestone in its collaboration with AI-informed crop health company Enko . The discovery of novel weed control molecules advances efforts to bring much-needed innovation in herbicide technology to farmers. The collaboration targets a new Mode of Action (MoA), which is the way the herbicide controls susceptible plants.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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AgriLife Today

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory experts describe testing rules The post Livestock export testing safeguards against infectious diseases appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Peanuts farming is a significant agricultural activity in many regions, offering high nutritional and economic value. As a versatile crop, peanuts serve both human consumption and industrial uses, making them a key player in global food production. Peanuts farming involves the cultivation of peanut plants, which are legumes grown primarily for their edible seeds.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Eight years of testing shows interseeding cover crops into corn helps fill pasture gaps.

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Agwired

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Amanda Radke (L) receives award from AAW first vice president Kim Bremmer American Agri-Women (AAW) recently honored South Dakota rancher and agriculture advocate Amanda Radke with its prestigious Veritas Award during its 2024 National Convention in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The Veritas Award, one of AAWs highest honors, is given to individuals who have demonstrated public witness to the pursuit of truth.

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Modern Farmer

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Farming has come a long way in the last few years. We know, from the last census of agriculture , that farm life is changing. The number of farms is dropping, while the size of the average farm is going up. That means fewer farmers are working more land. In order to be efficient, farmers have to turn to technology. Whether that means electric tractors or drone sprayers, to save manpower on the fields, or installing solar panels or virtual fencing to make the most out of the acreage they have, fa

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The Lunatic Farmer

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Global Agtech Initiative

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Agmatix CEO Ron Baruchi explores how recent advancements will shape the future of global ag innovation, turning potential into practical, impactful change. The post Top 5 AgTech Trends for 2025: Whats Next for Regenerative Agriculture? appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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World Agri-Tech

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Syngenta , Platinum Parter of World Agri-Tech San Francisco 2025 , has reached a new milestone in its collaboration with AI-informed crop health company Enko . The discovery of novel weed control molecules advances efforts to bring much-needed innovation in herbicide technology to farmers. The collaboration targets a new Mode of Action (MoA), which is the way the herbicide controls susceptible plants.

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Global Agtech Initiative

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The MoU establishes a framework for the two organizations to work together toward alignment, ensuring regulatory compliance. The post AEM and CEMA Strengthen Cooperation on Advocacy and Regulatory Efforts for the Ag Equipment Industry appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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American Farmland

DECEMBER 16, 2024

During this time of year many send greetings to friends and family. Recap the year with our Midwest Team at American Farmland Trust.

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AgriLife Today

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Racine works to transform nutrition and health with a community-first mindset The post From a personal health journey to public health impact appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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American Farmland

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The Monis family, whose roots in Wisconsin date back to 1847, share on the past and future of their family farm. They are protecting their lands legacy for future generations with help from Tall Pines Conservancy and the Wisconsin Farmland Protection Partnership. In 2009, Wisconsin passed the Working Lands Initiative, creating the states first ever Purchase of Agricultural Conservation Easements program.

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Gram pea, also known as chickpea, is a highly nutritious legume that is grown worldwide. It is an important source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, making it a staple crop for both human consumption and animal feed. Gram Pea Farming involves cultivating gram pea plants in regions with suitable soil and climatic conditions.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Agric4profits

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Alfalfa is a highly valued forage crop, known for its exceptional nutritional benefits and versatility in agriculture. It’s often grown for animal feed, especially for dairy cows, horses, and livestock, making it an essential component of the global agricultural industry. Alfalfa Farming requires specific growing conditions to thrive.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Scientists from Cornell University published results of their global analysis of nutrient recycling in Nature Sustainability. They concluded that many countries could become self-sufficient for fertilizer if they would recycle all human and animal urine and feces to agriculture. The nutrients found globally in human and poorly utilized livestock excreta represent 13% of crop and grassland needs for major nutrients, according to this analysis.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Pies and good conversation lure visitors to grandmas house.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) announced a new Green Fertilizer Grant Program that will support agricultural and rural electric cooperatives to invest in green fertilizer manufacturing. The MDA will begin accepting applications on December 18, 2024, and may award between $250,000 and $6.665 million for business-ready and shovel-ready projects.

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