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Ag Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Patience pays off in forage breeding and mentorship for Dr. Bruce Coulman

Real Agriculture

It takes years of dedication and whole lot of patience to develop a strong forage variety. For Dr. Bruce Coulman, his journey into plant breeding started when he was working in the Crop Science Department at the University of Saskatchewan back in high school. Coulman’s enjoyment in working the plots sparked a long career, leading… Read More It takes years of dedication and whole lot of patience to develop a strong forage variety.

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Hay stocks improve winter feeding outlook, drought taints pasture growth

Western FarmPress

Winter feeding costs are likely to be lower than last year, but the ongoing dry spell has cattle producers cautiously optimistic about sustaining their herds into spring. Learn more, plus the latest Texas Crop & Weather Report.

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Cull smart: strategies to really increase your cull’s value

West Texas Livestock

Deciding which cows to cull is a challenging task for most producers. Sometimes, their personal feelings about that particular animal get in the way. Sometimes, they don’t even know which ones are under-performing and which ones need to be kept. Given the current conditions, which have persisted for the last year or so, the need […] The post Cull smart: strategies to really increase your cull’s value appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Need drone work? Just ask!

Western FarmPress

Hoosier Perspectives: As new drone companies develop, they are excited to try new things and match your needs. You just need to ask.

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New Pricing for Pivot Bio Microbial Nitrogen Offers Greater ROI

Agwired

As part of their ongoing support for farmers facing tough economics, Pivot Bio has announced a lower price for PROVEN® 40 microbial nitrogen in the 2025 growing season paired with a 0% financing program. “We understand the evolving financial dynamics that farmers are facing,” said Chris Turner, Pivot Bio chief commercial officer. “We want to meet farmers where they are and set them up for success year after year.

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How to elevate your cattle genetics

Western FarmPress

Is embryo transfer worth the investment? A Nebraska cattle producer gives his insights.

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A new path forward for fertilizer production in Western Canada

Real Agriculture

As the world faces growing concerns about climate change and the need to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, industries across the globe are rethinking how they operate. The Canadian fertilizer industry, a key player in the nation’s agricultural productivity, is no exception. Fertilizers are essential to growing healthy crops, but their production is energy-intensive and.