Real Agriculture

JANUARY 23, 2025

Molecules in the air consist of 78 per cent nitrogen. During a lightning storm, the energy of a lightning bolt breaks apart nitrogen molecules, allowing them to form nitrogen oxides. These dissolve in rainwater as nitrates, which fall to the ground with the rain and add nitrogen to soil. Over a decade ago, Joe Lewis, Read More Molecules in the air consist of 78 per cent nitrogen.

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Food Politics

JANUARY 23, 2025

With much fanfare, the FDA released its proposed rule for a new front-of-package summary of the Nutrition Facts panel. Ive written about the history of this previously. Of all the options tested ( Food Fix had the best summary ), the FDA picked this onenot my first choice. Why not? I dont think its much of an improvement over this one, produced by industry to head off something that might be more useful.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 23, 2025

Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) has released its 2025 strategic plan, a four-year roadmap to guide activities that support the GFOs focus on advocacy, knowledge transfer, market growth, and strong governance as the organization continues its work to bring its mission and vision to life. GFO says its mission is to build, defend, and promote Read More Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) has released its 2025 strategic plan, a four-year roadmap to guide activities that support the GFOs focus on advocacy,

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Spray pattern tests show that coverage widely varies.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 23, 2025

Growers can throw the kitchen sink at corn to increase yield but theres no guarantee that the extra inputs will improve the bottom line when the crop goes to market. That was certainly the story Purdue University associate professor and extension corn specialist Dr. Dan Quinn observed in his trials across Michigan, Indiana and Kentucky Read More Growers can throw the kitchen sink at corn to increase yield but theres no guarantee that the extra inputs will improve the bottom line when the crop go

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Here are key diseases to watch based on University of Missouri Plant Diagnostic Clinic samples submitted in 2024.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 23, 2025

Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio for the Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Corteva Biologicals! Host Shaun Haney checks in with: Jenn Doelman of Renfrew, Ont.; Steve Terpstra of Atwood, Ont.; Matt Enns of Rosthern, Sask.; and Shaune Harty of Foremost, Alta. Also, hear from Tammy Jones, Manitoba Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio for the Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Corteva Biologicals!

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

JANUARY 23, 2025

The latest Drought Monitor, released today, shows that most of the region from Virginia to Florida saw an increase in dry or drought conditions over the last week. The only exceptions were Alabama and Georgia, which received some moisture before the Tuesday data cutoff from the big snowstorm that occurred January 21-22.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Companys latest ag tech delivers KATR robot, self-driving tractor and smart sprayer.

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Farmbrite

JANUARY 23, 2025

Animal Feed Recipes for Chicken, Cattle, Sheep, Goat, and Pig Feed Raising livestock can be a rewarding experience, whether you're doing it for fun, food, or as a full-time agricultural business. One of the most crucial aspects of taking care of animals is providing them with the right nutrition. Commercial feed can be expensive and can often contain additives that some animal owners prefer to avoid.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

2025 Economic Outlook Series: While the cattle price outlook is bullish and higher average prices are expected, volatility will remain high, and prices are subject to short-term setbacks. Risk management tools will be key in 2025.

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Food Tank

JANUARY 23, 2025

Through Nespresso’s AAA Program, agronomists are working with producers to build a coffee industry that builds healthy soils while supporting farming communities. Launched more than a decade ago with the help of the Rainforest Alliance, the AAA Program engages agronomists who work hand in hand with farmers in coffee producing regions around the world, Jessica Padula, Vice President of Marketing and Head of Sustainability for Nespresso, tells Food Tank.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Let Delta Farm Press know the kinds of stories you need to hear for this coming year.

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American Farmland

JANUARY 23, 2025

American Farmland Trusts Farmland Information Center has released findings from surveys of both state and local purchase of agricultural conservation easement (PACE) programs. These surveys tracked the status of farmland and ranchland protection nationwide through 2023. PACE programs have collectively invested nearly $7.9 billion to acquire over 25,000 easements and permanently protect about 4.2 million acres across 33 states.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Idaho has among the most liberal hunting and trapping laws in the nation. But wolves reproduce so quickly that its barely made a dent.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 23, 2025

Analyzing farm records might sound a bit dry, but trust me, its like looking into the heart of your farm. Every bit of data you jot down from the number of eggs collected to how much feed was used tells a story. And guess what?

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Technology comes in many forms and can be beneficial, but data sharing is still a concern.

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DTN

JANUARY 23, 2025

Maximizing Profitability in Volatile Markets: A Strategic Approach with DTN In today’s ever-changing energy landscape, refined fuels suppliers face unprecedented challenges. Market volatility, shifting demand patterns, and intense competition make maintaining profitability a constant struggle. However, with the right tools and strategies, suppliers can not only weather these storms but thrive amidst the turbulence.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Protection against African swine fever is at the core of the contest, which has a Feb. 14 deadline.

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Agri-tech

JANUARY 23, 2025

An international collaboration has achieved an important breakthrough in understanding the genetic mechanisms that allow bacteria to build resistance to drugs. Bacteria have multiple defence mechanisms they can use to build resistance to antibiotics, one of the major problems facing public health globally. One of these mechanisms involves plasmids, small DNA molecules in bacterial cells.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Ag Marketing IQ: WASDE giveth and growers take away upside price opportunities in a corn market complicated by uncertain planting intentions and murky political waters.

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

JANUARY 23, 2025

One of the benefits of the cold conditions this year has been the impact on insect pests and diseases. A cold winter can kill off both the insects and the plants that harbor them, providing a benefit to producers in next year’s farm management.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Memphis Agriculture Club, founded in 1926, closes after 98 years due to pandemic impact and industry consolidation. Membership dwindled from 50 to 15 post-COVID.

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Farming First

JANUARY 23, 2025

The World Food Prize Foundation has launched a search for the latest agricultural breakthroughs with a new global competition, Innovate for Impact Challenge. The post Inaugural Innovate for Impact Challenge Launched by World Food Prize Foundation to Uncover Promising Agricultural Breakthroughs appeared first on Farming First.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Between the Fencerows: Turns out a long-delayed website refresh simply needed the right builder: a farm kid.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 23, 2025

Farm accounting might sound like a serious and technical term, but trust me, its just a tool that helps us farmers keep track of our money and make sure the farm is running smoothly.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Food demand in America is changing thanks to the GLP1 weight loss drugs, these help consumers eat less but more protein.

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Agwired

JANUARY 23, 2025

Dr. Jonathan Wendel, Distinguished Professor at Iowa State University was announced as the 2024 Cotton Genetics Research Award recipient last week during the 2025 Beltwide Cotton Conferences in New Orleans. Wendel, who was not present to accept the award, was selected by the Joint Cotton Breeding Committee and received a plaque with a monetary award.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Country Counsel: Whether it is income taxes or estate taxes, farm families will feel the weight of the sunset if it occurs.

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Agwired

JANUARY 23, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the appointment of 36 members to serve on the newly formed Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program Advisory Council , informally referred to as to the Growing Climate Solutions Act Advisory Council. As a testament to the growing commitment of major players in agricultural machinery and agri-equipment, New Holland confirms its participation to World FIRA for the second time, announcing the signing of a multi

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

More than half of Japans beef consumption comes from imports.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 23, 2025

Farm records are indispensable tools for effective farm management and informed decision-making. They serve as a detailed account of the day-to-day operations, resources, and overall performance of the farm. Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records allows you as a farmer to track your farm progress, assess profitability, and identify areas for improvement.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

Joys Reflections: With the warmer weather and baby animals also comes new responsibility and opportunities to learn for some children who have never been inside a barn.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 23, 2025

Manitoba farm equipment dealer AgWest Ltd. is expanding into Saskatchewan with the acquisition of two dealerships in the eastern part of the province. AgWest has acquired Agriterra Equipments two Saskatchewan locations at Yorkton and Weyburn, as of January 15, 2025. The deal was announced at Manitoba Ag Days in Brandon, Man. this week. This is Read More Manitoba farm equipment dealer AgWest Ltd. is expanding into Saskatchewan with the acquisition of two dealerships in the eastern part of the pro

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 23, 2025

North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler says a relief package of at least $1 billion from the state will be needed to help farmers recover from Hurricane Helene.

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

JANUARY 23, 2025

Some of you are still digging out from the snowstorm that fell across a large swath of the South from Louisiana and Texas all the way to eastern North Carolina and Virginia.

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UnderstandingAg

JANUARY 23, 2025

Perception Is Not Reality: The 20 Cons (that arent) of Regenerative Ag Kent Solberg, UA Consultant After a recent Understanding Ag, LLC event, someone commented about how upbeat the UA staff is concerning regenerative agriculture. The comment was along the lines of there are plenty of pros to regenerative agriculture, but are there any cons? I took this as a challenge and have worked to develop a list of potential cons.

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