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ADAMA Canada launches new multi-crop fungicide for ’24

Real Agriculture

ADAMA Canada has launched Maxentis fungicide for use on lentils, canola, soybeans and peas. Maxentis is a dual active ingredient product, featuring Asorbital 2 formulation technology. It is the first fungicide in Canada to combine prothioconazole and azoxystrobin into one product. Asorbital 2 allows for systemic and trans-laminar movement to move the fungicide throughout the.

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The FDA’s somewhat good news on antibiotic use in farm animals (if we believe it)

Food Politics

The FDA issued its most recent report on antibiotics late last year: 2022 Summary Report On Antimicrobials Sold or Distributed for Use in Food-Producing Animals , along with Antimicrobial Sales and Distribution Data 2013-2022. It did this in response to public concerns about antibiotic use in food animals: if antibiotics are used at subtherapeutic doses, they might induce microbial resistance to drugs used to treat diseases in humans.

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Saskatchewan publishes clubroot distribution map ahead of 2024 growing season

Real Agriculture

Of over 500 fields sampled in 2023, just one new field was added to the list of fields where clubroot DNA was detected. Clubroot is a serious, soil-borne disease of canola. By proactively monitoring clubroot in Saskatchewan, the Government of Saskatchewan says it is working with producers and other industry partners to minimize its impact.

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Nibbles: Genebanks double, Rice landraces, Millet demo, Taro system, EU Seed Law, Food crisis

Agricultural Biodiversity

Why seedbanks matter. But are they hyperlocal ? Why local rice varieties matter in Bangladesh. Why millet matters for climate resilience. Why taro matters in Hawaii. Why EU seed laws matter. Why diversification of food systems matters. Among other things.

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Talking New Holland alternative fuel tractor strategy with Oscar Baroncelli

Real Agriculture

New Holland is taking alternative fuel technology further up the power scale with the debut of its new T7.270 Methane Power CNG (compressed natural gas) tractor. Agritechnica visitors had the first opportunity to view the tractor at the innovation showcase in Hanover, Germany. The new tractor actually features the NEF 6.7-litre methane-fueled engine currently used in.

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Judge Orders Wind Turbines Removed From Osage Nation

AgWeb Farm Journal

Removal of the 84 turbines constructed 10 years ago without a mining permit from the Osage Nation ends a long legal battle and will cost the developers $300 million.

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Corn School: Which leaf identifies nitrogen needs?

Real Agriculture

Growers and agronomists typically focus on the ear leaf at flowering when tissue testing corn to determine nutrient needs. But is that still the best choice for determining the optimal nutrient prescription for the crop as it moves into the reproductive stages? Purdue University professor emeritus Dr. Tony Vyn believes the evolution of modern hybrids.

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RealAg Radio: The farm transition juggernaut, Jan 9, 2024

Real Agriculture

It’s time for our “Tuesdays with Lyndsey” edition of RealAg Radio. Today is farm transition appreciation day, so host Lyndsey Smith will chat all things farm transition with Trevor MacLean of MNP. She will also be joined by Shaun Haney with Canadian Farmer Sentiment Index insights on farm retirement, management transitions, and where Canadian farm. Read More It’s time for our “Tuesdays with Lyndsey” edition of RealAg Radio.

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Exclusive: Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley Shares Her Vision For The U.S., Agriculture

AgWeb Farm Journal

AgriTalk has extended an invitation to all the 2024 presidential hopefuls to join Host Chip Flory and answer five standard questions about what they would focus on once in office.

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Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program highlights market, varietal expansions

AgriLife Today

Advances, including Texas french fry variety and nutrition qualities, to be discussed at National Potato Expo in Austin The latest advanced potato clones from the Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program, especially those for the french fry and fresh markets, will be highlighted during the National Potato Expo by Isabel Vales, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife potato breeder in the Department.

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9 Four-Wheel-Drive Tractors That Sold for a Small Fortune

AgWeb Farm Journal

As usual, there was a ton of fireworks in the auction market at the end of 2023. One sale on Dec. 29 by Swenson & Sons in Minot, N.D., featured several incredible tractors in good condition.

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Laser-Focused USDA 1890 National Scholar Builds Future with USDA

USDA Blog

Kevin Poole, a recent graduate of Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU), can remember the exact moment when he first learned about the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program. It was during the spring semester of his junior year of high school. “A school administrator grabbed me at lunch and said she wanted to tell me about this opportunity,” Poole said.

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7 Tips You Need to Know to Keep Employees Warm

AgWeb Farm Journal

To create a safe and comfortable work environment for your farm employees, it’s important to address the specific challenges posed by cold weather on the farm.

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New app brings livestock feed to your fingertips

Western FarmPress

MU Extension has developed a tool to source feed products for farmers, ranchers and suppliers across the Midwest.

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Grains Higher on Short Covering Pre-WASDE and After Fresh Lows: Livestock Add Weather Premium

AgWeb Farm Journal

Grains close higher on corrective buying and positioning headed into the WASDE. Cattle added wx premium with higher cash ideas, hogs up for a 4th day trying to confirm a season low. Brian Grete, Pro Farmer, has details.

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Ecological Concerns in the Baffin Bay/Gulf of Mexico

American Farmland

AFT is engaged in conducting outreach and education and administering financial and technical assistance for producers in Nueces County, TX, to encourage the adoption of agricultural conservation practices to enhance water quality and restore the beloved Gulf of Mexico.

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U.S. Posts Ag Trade Surplus in November

AgWeb Farm Journal

The U.S. exported $16.09 billion of agricultural goods in November against imports of $15.99 billion, resulting in a surplus of $98.97 million.

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5 simple truths about colostrum to start calves right

West Texas Livestock

Colostrum is one of, if not the most critical thing for newborn calves. It lays the very foundation for their health and well-being throughout the remainder of their life. Through the dam, the calf takes in all the antibodies needed to fight off disease. But what if they are not able to get it from […] The post 5 simple truths about colostrum to start calves right appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Former Tyson CEO Becomes Indigo Ag’s Third Leader

AgWeb Farm Journal

Dean Banks will join Flagship Pioneering as CEO-Partner and CEO of Indigo Ag; most recently, Banks was the former President and CEO of Tyson Foods.

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Autonomous Mobility Company Burro Closes $24 Million Series B Funding

Global Agtech Initiative

Burro has more than 300 robots working as harvest assist robots in nurseries and permanent crops. The post Autonomous Mobility Company Burro Closes $24 Million Series B Funding appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Grains Higher on Short Covering Pre-WASDE: Livestock Add Weather Premium

AgWeb Farm Journal

Grains close higher on corrective buying and positioning headed into the WASDE. Cattle added wx premium with higher cash ideas, hogs up for a 4th day trying to confirm a season low. Brian Grete, Pro Farmer, has details.

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In Oaxaca, a State Fair That Celebrates Native Crops’ Rich Legacy

Modern Farmer

Anyone who’s spent time in Mexico can report firsthand on the country’s deep reverence for corn, that infinitely versatile and nutritive grain that forms the base of the country’s daily bread, the tortilla, as well as a multitude of other traditional foods. Much more than just a crop, corn has been a fundamental part of Mexican life since time immemorial, with the Mayan sacred text the Popol Vuh relating that the creator gods Tepeu and Gucumatz formed the first human beings from maíz , as corn i

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El Nino to Weaken by Spring: What Does it Means for Grain and Livestock Producers?

AgWeb Farm Journal

El Nino is starting to break down which is good news for grain producers but potentially bad news for cattle producers, especially feedlot operations.

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Gathering to handle ag labor concerns

Western FarmPress

Participation in the H-2A program in the lower Southeast has drastically increased in past years, with foreign laborers now many of the primary hands.

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10 Ways Technology Is Helping Farmers Protect Crops From Extreme Weather

Global Agtech Initiative

These examples show why agtech adoption is instrumental to being a successful ag professional as harsh conditions become more frequent. The post 10 Ways Technology Is Helping Farmers Protect Crops From Extreme Weather appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Learning ropes of farm podcasting

Western FarmPress

Bow Creek Chronicles: Our new Farm Progress podcast, FP Next, has provided this old dog an opportunity to learn new things.

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Western Rice Belt Production Conference set Jan. 17 in El Campo

AgriLife Today

Conference features latest updates on rice research The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host the annual Western Rice Belt Production Conference on Jan. 17 in El Campo. The free event will be held from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at the El Campo Civic Center, 2350 N. Mechanic St. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. with. Read More → The post Western Rice Belt Production Conference set Jan. 17 in El Campo first appeared on AgriLife Today.

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USDA seeking ‘different story’ with Black farmers

Western FarmPress

Tom Vilsack spoke at the recent NBGC meeting, committing to an effort to write a different story for Black growers.

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ACES assistant professor brings new perspectives, insights to Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism

AgriLife Today

Gip has background in tourism, organizational behavior and instruction With a diverse background in the tourism industry and college-level instruction, Robert “Rob” Gip, Ph.D., brings a breadth of experience to his position as Accountability, Climate, Equity and Scholarship, ACES, assistant professor in the Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism in the Texas A&M College.

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Farm Progress America, January 9, 2024

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson takes a look at the possibility of driverless semi-trucks becoming a staple on highways in 2024.

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National Milk Day: Nourishing America with the USDA's Dairy Initiatives

USDA Blog

National Milk Day is observed on January 11th each year to commemorate the day in 1878 when milk

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Homeopathic remedies: don't discount them

Western FarmPress

From vitamin C to chicken soup, home remedies for cold and flu are like a warm blanket.

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Grain and Livestock Markets Turn Mostly Higher: Is a Bigger Rally in Store?

AgWeb Farm Journal

Grains all higher midday with corn and soybeans oversold and seeing some corrective buying pre-WASDE. Cattle firm up with winter weather and hogs forming a season low. Kent Beadle, Paradigm Futures, has more.

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Be persistent in managing BLV in cattle

Western FarmPress

Dairy Program: The disease bovine leukemia virus can be costly if not properly managed.

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Truterra Opens 4 Programs, Highlighting Options for Long-Term Adopters

AgWeb Farm Journal

In two years, Truterra has paid farmers more than $9 million for more than 462,000 metric tons of carbon benefits.

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Minimize chemical waste when spraying

Western FarmPress

Hi-Tech Farming: Eliminate time spent flushing booms with this new option.

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Teaching sparks a passion and purpose in animal breeding and genetics field

AgriLife Today

Nan Zhang ’21 excels as a graduate student teaching assistant in Texas A&M’s Department of Animal Science Nan Zhang ’21 never thought she would pursue a career in academia, much less teach undergraduate students about animal breeding and genetics. But with guidance from her major professor, Zhang is now a doctoral student beginning her sixth. Read More → The post Teaching sparks a passion and purpose in animal breeding and genetics field first appeared on AgriLife Today.

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