Fri.Apr 05, 2024

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Nibbles: Arboreta, IPES-Food, CGN, China genebank, Banana diversity, British hops, Coffee & deforestation

Agricultural Biodiversity

Arboreta have a community. And a newsletter. IPES-Food has a new website. The Dutch genebank describes its users. China has a back-up genebank. Dan Saladino has a new article out, and it’s bananas. The Brits freak out about their beer. As usual. And with limited justification. The EU gets tough on coffee.

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RealAg Radio: Rising unemployment numbers, importance of trade, and the upcoming federal budget, Apr 5, 2024

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio. Host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture and Meagan Murdoch of Hill & Knowlton for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss a number of topics including: New rising unemployment numbers; The Trudeau Liberals’ strategy ahead of the upcoming federal budget; and, Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio.

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Weekend reading: Power of Meat

Food Politics

I received an emailed announcement from the Meat Institute and FMI—the Food Industry Association of its annual report, The Power of Meat. Here is part of its summary infographic. The press release quotes Meat Institute President and CEO Julie Anna Potts: When shoppers hear ‘protein,’ they think ‘meat,’ and the Meat Institute is actively working to maintain and grow Americans’ confidence about meat’s role in healthy, balanced diets.

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Mentors help collegiates explore beef careers

Western FarmPress

Collegiates attending CattleCon and NCBA Trade Show were offered a free opportunity to visit with beef industry mentors and explore the wide variety of careers within the industry.

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Six Questions One Industry Veterinarian Says She Is Asked Most Often About HPAI

AgWeb Farm Journal

Kay Russo, DVM, Novonesis technical services manager for dairy and poultry, emphasized the situation is rapidly evolving and more clarity will come with time as researchers learn more.

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Is fabric weed barrier a friend or foe?

Western FarmPress

Farmstead Forest: A fabric weed barrier is a lifesaver for young trees in arid climates, but it also can require management years after the trees were planted.

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NCGA Opposes Corteva’s Petition for Duties on 2,4-D Imports From India and China

AgWeb Farm Journal

National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) President Harold Wolle expressed concerns to the International Trade Commission, stating that imposing tariffs on 2,4-D could limit imports, increase prices, and.

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Animal science student finds purpose, community at Texas A&M and on Ranch Horse Team

AgriLife Today

Tucker Gillespie ’26 shares experiences in the Department of Animal Science that transformed his college journey Raised in the small, rural community of McCook, Nebraska, it came as no surprise to Tucker Gillespie ’26 that he became an Aggie. Gillespie, a sophomore animal science and molecular and cellular biology double major in the Texas. Read More → The post Animal science student finds purpose, community at Texas A&M and on Ranch Horse Team appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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4 Things You Never Used to Worry About During Planting

AgWeb Farm Journal

The intricacies of modern planting systems complicate preparing for the first day in the field. Farmers now have to worry about components and systems that didn’t exist 10 years ago.

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4 steps to living longer on the farm — and healthier

Western FarmPress

What’s Cooking in Illinois: It’s easy to slip into unhealthy eating habits, even on the farm. Here are four ways to turn the corner toward a healthier lifestyle.

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The Biggest Wild Card For Cotton Acres and Prices in 2024

AgWeb Farm Journal

With the expectation is for cotton acres to possibly rise in the June acreage report, another key question is if cotton demand can continue to find footing and support higher prices.

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7 ag stories you can’t miss – April 5, 2024

Western FarmPress

Catch up on the spread of avian influenza, the Baltimore bridge collapse, the deal between Agco and Trimble and more!

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Q&A: Can the Farm Bill Promote Racial Justice?

Daily Yonder

Editor’s Note: This interview first appeared in Path Finders , an email newsletter from the Daily Yonder. Each week, Path Finders features a Q&A with a rural thinker, creator, or doer. Like what you see here? You can join the mailing list at the bottom of this article and receive more conversations like this in your inbox each week. New research from American University and the Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund says the currently stalled farm bill is an avenue for reve

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Jill Forrester, 20 years of farming food and flowers

Western FarmPress

From seed stock to farmers market, this specialty crop farmer says agriculture is a fulfilling way of life.

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Groundbreaking Research Validates Biome Makers’ BeCrop Soil Intelligence Technology

Global Agtech Initiative

Recent studies demonstrate a significant leap forward in the field of soil health intelligence and predicting soil functionality. The post Groundbreaking Research Validates Biome Makers’ BeCrop Soil Intelligence Technology appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Farmers needed to test cover crop harvest seeding tech

Western FarmPress

Montag and Red Barn Solutions are offering a free trial of the Harvest Seeder this fall for Missouri soybean growers.

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Meet the Woman Who Launched a Local Training Program to Save Native Bees

Modern Farmer

In Boulder, Colorado, the grasses and prairie flowers of the Great Plains wave as they stretch up, eventually giving way to the Ponderosa pines that dot the Rocky Mountains. This ecosystem overlap is why, of the 946 species of bees native to Colorado, 562 of them can be found in Boulder County. Andrea Montoya is on a mission to learn from this natural ecosystem overlap and rewild urban spaces with native plants.

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Farm Progress America, April 5, 2024

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson gives listeners an update on the reversal of a rule that would have allowed beef into the USA from Paraguay.

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Landscaping to help protect from wildfires

AgriLife Today

Texas A&M AgriLife experts offer guidance on creating a more fire-wise landscape The post Landscaping to help protect from wildfires appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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It’s time: 5 tips for a successful vegetable garden

Western FarmPress

Through the Garden Gate: Here’s how to grow the veggies your family likes to eat this summer.

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Grains Quiet and Rangebound for the Week: Cattle Plunge on HPAI Fears

AgWeb Farm Journal

Tommy Grisafi, Advance Trading, says grains trade quiet and rangebound ahead of planting season, with one eye on weather. Cattle saw huge market losses for the week, and he thinks that volatility may continue.

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Transparency compliance requirements

Western FarmPress

Farm & Family: Corporate Transparency Act requires certain farm operations to file a beneficial owner information report.

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What Does the Pullback in the Financial Markets Signal for the Grains?

AgWeb Farm Journal

Markets get overextended and need to equalize, says Jerry Gulke, president of The Gulke Group. "The stock market got too high and is correcting, and grains got too low and might be in the same process," he explains.

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Agritourism operators emphasize safety

Western FarmPress

Keeping both livestock and guests safe is a priority.

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Virtual hydroponic and aquaponic gardening workshop set for April 26

AgriLife Today

Event focuses on hydroponic and aquaponic gardening, food safety The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is hosting a virtual educational workshop for those interested in hydroponic and aquaponic gardening on April 26. The workshop will be held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The $100 registration cost is subsidized by grants from the Texas Department of Agriculture.

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This Week in Agribusiness, April 6, 2024

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson gets you ready for planting season and gets the low-down on a tough year for crawfish.

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Grains Rangebound Ahead of Planting: Cattle Plunge on HPAI Fears

AgWeb Farm Journal

Tommy Grisafi, Advance Trading, says grains trade quiet and rangebound ahead of planting season, with one eye on weather. Cattle saw huge market losses for the week, and he thinks that volatility may continue.

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A seed strategy that maintains top yield potential and limits risk

Western FarmPress

Genetic diversity is important when choosing seeds.

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Beware of the Black Swan

AgWeb Farm Journal

Weekly overview of ag commodity market news & price action compiled by Austin Schroeder with Brugler Marketing. Not intended as trading advice. Actions taken are responsibility of the reader.

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Can tech solve labor issues?

Western FarmPress

Farmers look at the potential of autonomy and other possible new solutions meeting agriculture’s operational needs.

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Ecological Farming Program Manager

Caff

Job Title: Ecological Farming Program Manager Location: Northern California, Davis area or Central Coast preferred / hybrid/ remote work option available FTE: 100% FTE Starting Salary: $58,000 – $65,000 annually FLSA: non-exempt Reports To: Director of Ecological Farming Other Details: Bilingual (Spanish/ English) required; Eligible for bilingual pay differential CAFF is a California-based membership organization that includes family farmers and other community members passionate abou

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10 stories to hone your fungicide plan

Western FarmPress

Check this roundup of Farm Progress articles with advice for your 2024 fungicide management plan.

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Project Director

RR2CS

Rural Routes to Climate Solutions (RR2CS) shines a spotlight on the climate solutions that Alberta’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities can benefit from. RR2CS is happy to announce that we are seeking a Projects Director to lead our two unique initiatives —the Regenerative Agriculture Lab (RAL) and our Siksikaitsitapi Agriculture Project (SAP) —and join our great team of community organizers, facilitators and communications specialists.

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CalCAN Staff in Action: Recent Event Highlights

CalCAN

Burrough’s Family Farms Regenerative Field Day CalCAN staff attended the Burrough’s Regenerative Field Day earlier this year. The event brings together farmers, scientists, industry experts and advocates for a day of learning and cross-pollination at the height of the almond The post CalCAN Staff in Action: Recent Event Highlights appeared first on CalCAN.

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Project Manager – Regenerative Agriculture Lab

RR2CS

Rural Routes to Climate Solutions (RR2CS) shines a spotlight on the climate solutions that Alberta’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities can benefit from. RR2CS is happy to announce that we are seeking a Project Manager for our flagship initiative—the Regenerative Agriculture Lab or RAL—and join our great team of community organizers, facilitators and communications specialists.

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Spring fun blooms at the Hullabloom Fest in the Leach Teaching Gardens at Texas A&M University

AgriLife Today

April 20 event includes educational activities, games and crafts Spring has arrived at The Leach Teaching Gardens in The Gardens at Texas A&M University, and visitors of all ages are invited to “a bloomin’ time” at the Hullabloom Fest on April 20. The family-friendly fun includes spring-inspired crafts, educational exhibits and activities and a butterfly.

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Project Manager – Siksikaitsitapi Agriculture Project

RR2CS

Rural Routes to Climate Solutions (RR2CS) shines a spotlight on the climate solutions that Alberta’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities can benefit from. RR2CS is happy to announce that we are seeking a Project Manager to lead one of our most unique initiatives yet– Siksikaitsitapi Agriculture Project (SAP)– and join our great team of community organizers, facilitators and communications specialists.