Tue.Dec 12, 2023

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Exploring the soil acidification and root rot link

Real Agriculture

Western Canadian soils are generally neutral to slightly basic in pH values. On average, there’s plenty of buffering capacity to the soil in the west but that doesn’t mean there aren’t pockets of acidic conditions. What’s more, research is proving out to show that long-term zero-till combined with applied fertilizers is creating an acidic area.

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Food iS Medicine (FIM): the latest food movement (of sorts)

Food Politics

I subscribe to Jerry Hagstrom’s Hagstrom Report because he gets to go to things in Washington, D.C. and elsewere that I can’t get to but wish I could. He reported last week (December 7) on the Food As Medicine Summit, and wrote about it in the National Journal — “Food as medicine’ on the table”. This notes, among other things, that the minimum fee for attending was $399.

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The Agronomists, Ep 135: Agritechnica’s best bets for Canadian agriculture with Nick Dubuc and Dan Petker

Real Agriculture

Dealing with herbicide resistant weeds or trying to control weeds without access to certain herbicides really equates to the same thing — finding alternative means to control weeds. For attendees at Agritechnica, that meant a focus on iron, from inter-row and around the plant cultivation, to precision tillage, but also into the spot-spray realm. To.

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Government Seizes Control of Rancher’s Land for Endangered Bug Habitat

AgWeb Farm Journal

The government seized control of John Yearwood’s ranchland in the name of a tiny bug. “There is no shame in Washington,” he says.

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TAFE unveils hydrogen-powered prototype tractor

Real Agriculture

When agriculture is ready for hydrogen-powered tractors, TAFE says they’ll be ready to roll. Last month at Agritechnica 23, the India-based tractor manufacturer displayed a prototype hydrogen tractor with a 55 hp Simpson combustion engine. The tractor, which has participated in field demonstrations, has hydrogen tanks strategically positioned behind the seat and under the platform.

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Prestigious Horizon Europe funding award to accelerate innovative research in antibiotic-producing bacteria

Agri-tech

Dr Susan Schlimpert and her team have been awarded European funding to take forward their innovative research into the antibiotics of the future. Dr Schlimpert, a group leader at the John Innes Centre, receives a European Research Council consolidator grant, part of the EU’s Horizon Europe programme. The award for the project, “Functional Diversity of Bacterial NLRs in Multicellular.

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Herbicide reducing farm robots to be produced in US state of Indiana

Food and Farming Technology

Founded in 2007, Brazilian company Solinftec is set to produce its Solix agricultural robots in the US state of Indiana.

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Bipartisan Bill Seeks USDA Investigation of Fertilizer Industry

AgWeb Farm Journal

This bill calls for USDA to investigate concentration within the fertilizer industry and assess any potential "anticompetitive impacts.

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NASDA Welcomes Simpkins as Associate Director of International Grant Programs

NASDA

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is happy to announce the recent hiring of Susan Simpkins as associate director, international grant programs. Simpkins brings a wealth of experiences and a diverse career background that positions her to bolster NASDA’s grant programs. “I am excited and grateful for the opportunity to join NASDA and learn about the agriculture industry from such an experienced and knowledgeable team of staff and members,” Simpkins said.

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Turning the Tide: Investors Prioritize Agriculture in Net Zero Framework

Food Tank

During a recent panel conversation at the U.N. Climate Change Conference, the Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC) announced that a prominent sustainable investment framework will upgrade the importance of the agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sector for the finance community. The conversation was organized by Food Tank, the Future Economy Forum, and the FAIRR Initiative.

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Nitrogen innovation heads to the farm

Western FarmPress

Biological products bring a slew of benefits to nitrogen management.

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The Relationship Between New and Used Machinery Prices

AgWeb Farm Journal

The price of new machinery pulls up on the price of used equipment - but this effect is quickening.

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Insights from the packer: Beef-on-dairy and camera grading

Western FarmPress

An executive from Cargill Protein shares insights into the trends and technology coming in the meatpacking industry.

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New Study: Why Farmers Fall Into Two Camps If They Sell Or Store Grain

AgWeb Farm Journal

New Study: Why Farmers Fall Into Two Camps If They Sell Or Store Grain apiuser Tue, 12/12/2023 - 11:02

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Multi-faceted Farm & Gin Show in Memphis March 1-2

Western FarmPress

The Mid-South Farm and Gin Show isn't just about the exhibitor's, it includes giveaways, ag updates, a Chopped style cooking contest and much more.

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Food Was a Focus at COP28. Here’s What You Need to Know

Modern Farmer

Every fall, the United Nations holds a global meeting to discuss the state of climate change and necessary actions. This two-week gathering is for the signees of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and is called the Conference of the Parties, or COP, for short. Also in attendance are policymakers, NGOs, lobbyists, scientists and more.

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Innovation, customer perception and milk

Western FarmPress

A farmer and two executives from Chobani and Fairlife debate dairy’s future.

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Diagnosing Soil Compaction on Grazing Lands

ATTRA

By Justin Morris In an earlier blog , we discussed the causes of soil compaction, largely driven by overgrazing, which reduces rooting depth, root exudation, and soil aggregation. Now that we know the cause of soil compaction, how can we determine if soil compaction is present and the severity of it? Read on to find out. Diagnosing Compaction The best way to diagnose compaction is by looking at the structure of the soil as well as root growth patterns.

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How they adopted effective cover crops

Western FarmPress

Clay Lowe and Zeb Winslow encourage farmers to stay in their comfort zone when it comes to adapting a cover crop program on your farm.

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5 Health Benefits of Sarsaparilla (Smilax Ornata)

Agric4profits

Sarsaparilla, also known by the species names Smilax Ornata, Smilax regalia, or Smilax Officinalis.

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Mine reclamation essential for ag success

Western FarmPress

Restoration after mining can yield productive farmland.

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Celebrating 40 Years of the Regional Climate Center Program

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

I want to take a minute to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Regional Climate Centers, a climate resource for the United States.

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No northern giant hornets found in 2023

Western FarmPress

Washington officials set up traps for the so-called ‘murder hornet.

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Corn and Wheat Bounce on Short Covering, Profit Taking in Beans with Lower Bean Oil: Cattle Up for Third Day

AgWeb Farm Journal

Turn around Tuesday so wheat and corn were higher on corrective buying. Soybeans saw profit taking with lower bean oil also a drag. Cattle up for the third day, so it a bottom in? Arlan Suderman, StoneX, has more.

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Mung beans: Could they be a fit for Texas producers?

Western FarmPress

A Texas A&M AgriLife Research breeder is exploring whether mung beans, a high-protein legume, would be a profitable crop rotation and diversification for Texas producers.

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The First Robotics Plant Dedicated to Agriculture to Begin Production in the American Midwest

Global Agtech Initiative

A partnership between Solinftec, WHIN, and Still Waters Manufacturing combines expertise to manufacture the Solix robot. The post The First Robotics Plant Dedicated to Agriculture to Begin Production in the American Midwest appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Women Managing the Farm Conference opens registration

Western FarmPress

The 20th annual event has topics for every woman working in the agricultural spectrum.

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3 Health Benefits of Slippery Elm (Ulmus fulva)

Agric4profits

Slippery elm tree (SE), also known by its scientific name Ulmus fulva.

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Is a weather market the best time to make marketing decisions?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Or is it better to use tools that help manage grain price risk in any type of weather?

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7 Health Benefits of Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora)

Agric4profits

Skullcap is a flowering perennial plant from the Lamiaceae family of mints.

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Who’s who in Missouri agriculture honored

Western FarmPress

Missouri Minutes: Governor’s Conference on Ag awards leaders; pork association names new director.

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6 Health Benefits of Vitex (Vitex agnus-catus)

Agric4profits

Vitex agnus-castus, also called vitex, chaste tree (or chastetree), chasteberry, Abraham’s balm, lilac chastetree, or monk’s pepper, is a native

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9 questions to ask before hiring semi driver

Western FarmPress

You’re at least partially responsible for the actions of a driver in your farm truck.

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VISION Conference 2024: Shaping the Future of Ag Tech 

Global Agtech Initiative

Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with leaders and innovators across the ag-tech ecosystem. Register today for the lowest rate. The post VISION Conference 2024: Shaping the Future of Ag Tech appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Farm Progress America, December 12, 2023

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson talks about the history and ag impact of the poinsettia plant.

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Registration Now Open for Fourth Meeting of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee

USDA Blog

As part of its ongoing work, the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee will hold its next public meeting on January 19, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET. Convened jointly by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture, the committee will hear updates from each subcommittee and discuss progress made since the third public meeting.

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Plant and soil conference set in Fresno

Western FarmPress

Growers, pest control advisers and crop consultants attend the gathering each year.

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