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Corn School: A plan of attack for tar spot, five years in

Real Agriculture

Tar spot was first confirmed in Ontario at Ridgetown in the southwest corner of the province in 2020. Since then, the corn leaf disease has spread across Ontario, pushing east past Toronto and into Quebec. Many Ontario farmers experienced the yield robber in their fields for the first time in 2024 and the disease is Read More Tar spot was first confirmed in Ontario at Ridgetown in the southwest corner of the province in 2020.

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Industry-funded research of the week: Pistachio Request for Proposals (too late, alas)

Food Politics

Jim Krieger of Healthy Food America forwarded this email announcement sent to members of the American Society for Nutrition (I am a member, but somehow missed this). Its an example of how industry-funded research gets started. This is a sponsored message from the American Pistachio Growers , an ASN [American Society for Nutrition] Sustaining Partner.

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CFIA issues reminder regarding “Made in Canada” food labeling

Real Agriculture

Canadians have made it clear in recent days that they are looking to purchase Canadian-made products and support Canadian businesses. To this end, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is emphasizing the importance of accurate Product of Canada and Made in Canada labels on food products. After seeing an increase in complaints related to origin Read More Canadians have made it clear in recent days that they are looking to purchase Canadian-made products and support Canadian businesses.

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xFarm Technologies Partners with Checkplant to Extend Latin America Reach

World Agri-Tech

xFarm Technologies extends its reach into Latin America with a strategic operation, joining forces with Brazilian AgTech company Checkplant, developer of the Farmbox platform The initiative marks a milestone in the journey of xFarm Technologies to become a global player in the digitalisation of agriculture and it allows Checkplant, the company that developed the Farmbox platform, to further expand and improve the services it has been providing for over twenty years.

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ATP NutriScan works to create a real-time crop “report card”

Real Agriculture

Knowing the nutrient status of a crop and the soil that it is grown in can give a producer vital information for making management decisions throughout the season. Where traditionally growers would take plant tissue and soil samples from their fields to send to a lab for testing, ATP Nutrition has developed a diagnostic tool Read More Knowing the nutrient status of a crop and the soil that it is grown in can give a producer vital information for making management decisions throughout the season.

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Has butterfat production begun to outpace consumer demand?

Western FarmPress

Dairy Outlook: Butterfat yields have climbed from 4.03% in January 2020 to 4.46% this January.

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RealAg Radio: Nitrogen rates, ultra early seeding, and farm safety week, Mar 17, 2025

Real Agriculture

Happy St.Patricks Day! Thanks for tuning in to this Monday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Lyndsey Smith is joined by RealAgricultures in-house agronomist, Peter Wheat Pete Johnson to discuss a number of topics including the most economical rate of nitrogen, the survivability of winter crops under water, farm safety, and more! Then hear a clip Read More Happy St.Patricks Day!

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Farmland values continue to climb, but more slowly: FCC report

Real Agriculture

The average value of Canadian farmland continued to climb in 2024, increasing by 9.3 per cent, less than the 11.5 per cent increase reported in 2023, according to the 2024 FCC Farmland Values Report. The limited supply of farmland available for sale combined with lower borrowing costs resulted in an increase in the average price Read More The average value of Canadian farmland continued to climb in 2024, increasing by 9.3 per cent, less than the 11.5 per cent increase reported in 2023, according

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Frozen USDA funding forces furloughs, program cuts

Western FarmPress

Money that farmers counted on to move farm projects forward has dried up.

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Cultivating AI One Byte at a Time

ATTRA

This video presentation explores the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture, demonstrating how AI can enhance farming practices at any scale. Whether you’re designing a small farm, optimizing crop layout, managing pests and nutrients, or utilizing advanced tools like drones for precision agriculture, AI has a role to play.

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How is barley made into beer?

Western FarmPress

Beer sales rise by 174% on St. Patricks Day. Find out how your brew is made.

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Pennsylvania Awards Urban Agriculture Infrastructure Grants

ATTRA

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture announced 21 Urban Agriculture Infrastructure Grants totaling $502,140 to projects that help address long-standing challenges urban farmers face in growing local, farm-fresh produce in city neighborhoods in 10 counties across Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania has invested more than $3.2 million in urban agriculture through the program since 2019.

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My doctor hates large corporate farms

Western FarmPress

More than Dirt: What can the average family farmer do to bring the public greater clarity about the 96% who are growing food, fiber and fuel and this country?

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Texas A&M AgriLife expands Food Science and Technology Extension

AgriLife Today

Combest hired to enhance training, research and support for Texas food manufacturers The post Texas A&M AgriLife expands Food Science and Technology Extension appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Can your family farm insurance stand up to a tornado?

Western FarmPress

If you havent reviewed your policy lately, now is a good time. Though the premium price tag often pales in the aftermath of a natural disaster, what moves to the forefront is establishing whats covered and at what level. Storm preparation includes reviewing coverage.

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Future Organic Farmers

ATTRA

The application period is open until April 18, 2025. CCOF Foundation offers $5,000 Future Organic Farmers grants to support higher education and vocational students pursuing degrees or certificates in organic agriculture, to help cover tuition and educational expenses. Future Organic Farmer grant applicants must be enrolled in an educational program in the United States that will benefit their career in organic agriculture, including vocational training/certificate programs or two/four-year degr

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Target weeds without pricey spot-spraying tech

Western FarmPress

Heres a targeted-spraying concept that doesnt require cameras on the boom but still achieves significant herbicide savings, based on early studies.

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Pivot Bio Unveils PROVEN G3

Agwired

Agtech leader Pivot Bio just launched a new product in its line of innovative ag solutions for growers in the U.S. Pivot Bio PROVEN G3 joins the companys Pivot Bio PROVEN 40 nitrogen-fixing solution, which has been successfully used by growers on millions of acres to date. PROVEN G3, the companys third-generation nitrogen solution for corn, will be commercially available in 2026, pending state registrations.

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Watch out for dust storms, derechos

Western FarmPress

Heres a look at the windiest months and the months when farm damage is most likely to occur from dust storms, derechos or wind gusts.

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Five things to know about raising backyard chickens

AgriLife Today

AgriLife Extension poultry expert shares essential tips for a healthy, happy flock The post Five things to know about raising backyard chickens appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Start your own farmstead flower garden

Western FarmPress

Farm and Garden: A fresh-cut flower grower shares a month-by-month guide to growing a vibrant flower garden.

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Embracing slowness: A long-term commitment to the vision of sustainable agriculture

American Farmland

What if we embraced slowness as a strategy for more sustainable agriculture? In our new blog, the Midwest team reflects on the wisdom of slowing down, inspired by the Marbleseed Organic Conference. Discover how a slower pace can lead to a thriving, resilient future for farming.

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3 things to consider before farm liquidation

Western FarmPress

A liquidation decision is not taken lightly for any farming operation, and it requires a thorough analysis.

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How Digital Marketplaces Are Empowering Small Farmers and Rural Communities

Farming First

Farmers relied on farmers markets with logistical challenges. Digital marketplaces offer new, efficient ways to sell directly to consumers. The post How Digital Marketplaces Are Empowering Small Farmers and Rural Communities appeared first on Farming First.

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Optimism exists in tumultuous LRGV planting season

Western FarmPress

Growers in the Lower Rio Grande Valley have planted their corn, sorghum and cotton but need rain. High winds are also complicating matters. Despite harsh conditions and uncertain economy, optimism remains.

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This isn’t a cash flow issue, this is value destruction of the crop, says Sask Oilseeds of China’s tariffs

Real Agriculture

Unlike a railway strike or work stoppage where crop cant move to port, the latest tariff threat by China to impose huge taxes on canola oil and meal risks devaluing the entire crop, saysDean Roberts chair of Sask Oilseeds. That distinction, Roberts says, means Canada needs to move very quickly to remedy the situation and Read More Unlike a railway strike or work stoppage where crop cant move to port, the latest tariff threat by China to impose huge taxes on canola oil and meal risks devaluing th

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How an old turkey barn became a local destination

Western FarmPress

The Wilson family turned an unused turkey brooding house into a gathering place for their family and the community.

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Industry Ag News 3/17

Agwired

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. have announced their continued work on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and are committed to releasing the final Guidelines ahead of its statutory deadline of December 31, 2025. Moving forward beyond 2025, HHS and USDA are looking to make holistic process improvements to ensure transparency and minimize conflicts of interest.

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Gift extends UC Davis pistachio research

Western FarmPress

Rod Stiefvater of Oro Vista Farms donates money, farm resources for breeding program.

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Animal Ag News 3/17

Agwired

The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), in collaboration with the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and North American Renderers Association s (NARA) research arm the Fats and Proteins Research Foundation (FPRF), announced a new report that quantifies the amount of feed consumed by Americas major livestock, poultry and aquaculture species.

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4 steps to better weed control in 2025

Western FarmPress

Soybean Source: Gleaning head start on weed control can help avoid weed-management headaches later this year.

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Ireland Ambassador Kicks Off Agri-Pulse Summit

Agwired

Ireland’s Ambassador to the United States Geraldine Byrne Nason kicked off the annual Agri-Pulse Ag & Food Policy Summit at the National Press Club this St. Patrick’s Day morning in Washington, D.C., welcoming all celebrating her country’s national holiday. “As we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we’re also reminded that the story of Irish and American agriculture is also entwined,” said Nason, who was in the Oval Office last week when Irelands premier

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5 things you may not know about carbon farming

Western FarmPress

Heres a look at the difference in markets, pricing, farmer attitudes, carbon intensity scores and more plus, how one farm kid found himself explaining agriculture to Pepsi employees.

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U.K. poised for trade talks with Philippines after beef ban lifted

Western FarmPress

The United Kingdom and the Philippines are expected to meet to discuss trade including the ban on British beef and poultry.

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Cherry Republic to process 1 million more pounds of tart cherries

Western FarmPress

Michigan provides a grant to help expand production and create jobs for the Leelanau County business.

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Farm Progress America, March 17, 2025

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson takes a look at how the EPA says it is going to revise the Waters of the USA rule.

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