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EarthOptics and Pattern Ag collaborate on digitally mapping soil health

Real Agriculture

Two players in the precision ag space have teamed up to create what the collaborators are billing as a new leader in soil health digitization for advanced crop management and climate sustainability. EarthOptics and Pattern Ag have joined forced to deliver farmers services that combine data on pest and disease detection, fertilization, and tillage prescriptions.

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Nibbles: IUCN report, Land Institute, Climate smart beer, BioLeft seeds, Cryo coral

Agricultural Biodiversity

Big IUCN report says that biodiversity and agriculture are in conflict, they don’t really need to be, but it’s really complicated for them not to be. So that’s us all told. If only annual crops were perennial , for example, eh? If only we incorporated more sustainable agriculture in education , for example, eh? Apart from anything else we could still have beer.

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How to Help Farmworkers Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Civil Eats

Hurricane Helene triggered massive flooding and landslides when it barreled through Western North Carolina in late September, wiping out homes, businesses, roads, bridges, and farms —and claiming nearly 100 lives in the state alone. While farmworkers experienced loss as well, their stories have been largely absent from the headlines. Because these workers are isolated in rural areas and often lack immigration papers, English language skills, and full control over their housing, transportation,

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Drought-resistant wheat clears hurdle, not here yet

Western FarmPress

HB4 wheat from Bioceres Crop Solutions received a major approval from U.S. regulators, but you won’t see it in your fields for at least a couple of years.

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Pet Food II: The environmental impact

Food Politics

t foods are typically made from the by-products of human food production. These, like offals, are plenty nutritious; we just don’t happen to want to eat them. Pet foods therefore, reduces food waste. A reader and friend, Patricia Gadsby, sent me this note: Never occurred to me to ask this question before. But when the idea occurred I thought of you.

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Co-op helps family hog farm gain independence and security

Western FarmPress

Nebraska hog farm banks on independent production model to welcome back the next generation.

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Concept of Wildlife Principles and Management

Agric4profits

The concept of wildlife principles and management encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant species, contributing fundamentally to our planet’s ecosystems

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Texas A&M AgriLife to develop market for high-oil peanuts

AgriLife Today

Peanut breeders establishing new opportunity to support U.S. growers The post Texas A&M AgriLife to develop market for high-oil peanuts appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Sell, store, or sell and re-own?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Grain marketing options help preserve your opportunity for higher earnings – with on-farm storage or without.

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State Leaders Set Aside Differences to Support Land Access

American Farmland

New research suggests that legislators are finding common ground to support next-generation farmers who face the hurdle of finding affordable land to farm.

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Carbon credit decisions can be smart farming choices

Western FarmPress

A carbon market specialist says farmers can sequester carbon and improve soil health at the same time.

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Texas A&M AgriLife outreach improves producer-focused resources for enhanced grazing land management

AgriLife Today

Landowner input, capacity-building techniques integral part of federal grant-funded projects The post Texas A&M AgriLife outreach improves producer-focused resources for enhanced grazing land management appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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‘Real ugly corn’: Northeast grain farmers lament poor harvest

Western FarmPress

Corn and soybean yields are trending much lower as farmers go into the home stretch of harvest.

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New faculty member brings avian expertise to Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management

AgriLife Today

Long will add to applied wildlife management and conservation curriculum The post New faculty member brings avian expertise to Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Sunbelt Ag Expo brings exhibits, recognition and respite to southern farmers

Western FarmPress

After a stormy, difficult fall, the Sunbelt Ag Expo celebrates the best of rural living and honors the 34th Southeastern Farmer of the Year, who just happens to be a woman.

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Health Benefits of Lady Finger

Agric4profits

Lady finger, also known as okra, is a versatile vegetable enjoyed in cuisines worldwide for its unique texture, mild taste, and health-promoting properties.

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Financial and credit culture shift in farm business

Western FarmPress

Road warrior: Expect your lender to require more financial documentation on your balance sheet.

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USDA Announces $4.8 Million in AgVets Program Awards, Including One to NCAT

ATTRA

USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced that the Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans (AgVets) program is investing $4.8 million in seven projects serving military veterans interested in pursuing careers across the food and agricultural sector. The program provides grants to nonprofits to increase the number of military veterans gaining knowledge and skills through comprehensive, hands-on and immersive model farm and ranch programs offered regionally that

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5 ways to score insurance discounts

Western FarmPress

Follow this advice to cut down your insurance premiums.

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Mushroom farming at home

Agric4profits

Mushroom farming is an exciting and rewarding way to grow fresh produce right in the comfort of your home.

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Farm Progress America, October 17, 2024

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson takes a look at land sales and land value across the USA and what is contributing to the prices.

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Profitable Mushroom Farming

Agric4profits

Mushroom farming has gained immense popularity in recent years, thanks to its profitability and the increasing demand for gourmet and specialty mushrooms.

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Oklahoma pecan producers gear up for busy season

Western FarmPress

Pecan producers discuss the season and the economic impact pecans have on the state from the orchard to direct sales to retail.

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Mushroom Cultivation Techniques

Agric4profits

Mushroom cultivation techniques are essential for anyone interested in growing mushrooms either on a small scale or for commercial purposes.

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Slight increases to drought in central Alabama

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

There was not much change on this week’s Drought Monitor from last week except for in central Alabama, where moderate and severe drought increased due to the lack of rain and warm temperatures.

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Mushroom Growing Kits

Agric4profits

Mushrooms are not only a culinary delight but also a fascinating organism with unique growing characteristics.

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A few more hurricane stories

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

Here are a few more recent stories related to the storms that have hit the Southeast in the past month that are interesting but not necessarily related to agriculture.

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Guide On Hydroponic Nutrient Solution

Agric4profits

Hydroponic nutrient solution is a crucial element in the world of hydroponics, which allows plants to grow without soil.

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NOAA’s U.S. Winter Outlook: Warmer and drier South, wetter North

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

NOAA released their official winter outlook today. The two major factors that are driving this winter’s outlook are the weak La Nina that is expected anytime now and the trend towards warmer temperatures across the globe due to greenhouse warming.

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Indoor Hydroponic Gardening Guide

Agric4profits

Indoor hydroponic gardening is a modern method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions instead.

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School-Supported Agriculture Can Nourish Students and Communities

Food Tank

Do you want more stories like this to land straight in your inbox? Subscribe to Food Tank’s newsletter, released weekly on Thursdays, by clicking here. The National School Lunch Program serves over 4.5 billion meals to school-aged children in the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports. According to food systems advocates including Chef Alice Waters, this means that schools are uniquely positioned to drive the transformation of food and agriculture systems through better proc

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List Of Hydroponic Vegetables

Agric4profits

Hydroponics is an innovative method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions instead.

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Are you struggling?

Western FarmPress

Family Farm Success: Farmers and ranchers are more likely to battle mental health issues, but you can access professional help by placing a phone call.

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How To Build A Hydroponic System

Agric4profits

Hydroponics is an innovative method of growing plants without soil, utilizing nutrient-rich water instead.

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Improving Livelihoods with Regenerative Agriculture

Sustainable Harvest International

How family farmers improve the environment Sustainable practices ensure the longevity of farms by restoring the natural resources they rely on. Soil health, the restoration of local ecosystems, and the use of organic methods combine to create a healthy, productive farm. At Sustainable Harvest International (SHI), we support low-income farmers during their transition to sustainable practices.

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Hydroponic Systems For Beginners

Agric4profits

Hydroponic systems have gained popularity in recent years as an innovative way to grow plants without soil.

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Start-Up Success: Bloomfield Robotics

World Agri-Tech

Start-Up Success: Bloomfield Robotics World Agri-Tech provides founders a unique opportunity to showcase their ground-breaking innovations and success stories, driving transformative solutions to pressing challenges. October 17, 2024 Bloomfield Robotics have been involved with the Rethink Events series over the years. Last month, the Pittsburgh-based start-up using advanced imaging and artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor the health and performance of specialty crops, was acquired by Kubota C

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