Thu.May 09, 2024

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Profitable Practices: Greenhouse innovation with Red Sun Farms

Real Agriculture

Red Sun Farms in Kingsville, Ont., is one of 170 greenhouse vegetable farms in Ontario. Across the province, the Ontario greenhouse vegetable industry grows tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers in 3,900 acres of greehhouse, producing 521 million kilograms of fresh vegetables with a farm gate value of more than $1.4 billion. On this episode of Profitable.

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Industry-funded study of the week: mangos

Food Politics

Usually, I post something about research conflicts of intereest on Mondays, but am doing that today instead. Three readers sent news about this study to me, so for that alone it’s worth sharing. First, the press release: Associations between mango eaters and moms-to-be: better diets and improved nutrient intakes: New NHANES analysis reveals meals including mangos associated with higher healthy eating index and better nutrition for healthy pregnancies.

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Coalition Letter to Senate Requesting Funding for Food Safety Programs

NASDA

Letter Dear Chair Murray and Vice Chair Collins, We, the undersigned groups, are writing to express our support for providing state and local food safety regulatory agencies with fiscal certainty and security by specifying a line item within the fiscal year (FY) 2025 appropriation for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As you are likely aware, FDA is currently restructuring its human foods program to streamline operations and better fulfill its mission of food safety protection.

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Genetics vs. management: Which adds more yield?

Western FarmPress

Today’s corn hybrids grow differently and yield more than older hybrids. A new research project explains why.

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Coalition Letter to House Requesting Funding for Food Safety Programs

NASDA

Letter Dear Chairman Cole and Ranking Member DeLauro, We, the undersigned groups, are writing to express our support for providing state and local food safety regulatory agencies with fiscal certainty and security by specifying a line item within the fiscal year (FY) 2025 appropriation for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As you are likely aware, FDA is currently restructuring its human foods program to streamline operations and better fulfill its mission of food safety protection.

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Plains wheat crop is down to the wire

Western FarmPress

Kansas and Nebraska wheat farmers see drought conditions again affecting their crops.

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Short Hair Cat Breeds Description and Complete Care Guide

Agric4profits

Short hair cat breeds could be a fantastic choice if you love cats but don't like hair since the shorthair only requires less brushing and upkeep.

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The Digestion Process in Ruminant Animals

Agric4profits

In this article, we will be discussing about the digestion process in the ruminant animals.

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ExtensionBot to answer ag, Extension questions

Western FarmPress

Oklahoma State University is developing an ExtensionBot, an artificial intelligence chatbot to answer questions from cooperative Extension systems across the country.

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Introduction to Ruminant Animals

Agric4profits

This article will give you a basic knowledge of what ruminant animals are, and the role they play in the livestock sector.

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Grain price Deja vu?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Time to reconsider grabbing the corn and soybean orders you passed on at the start of the year.

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Different Breeds of Goats and their Importance

Agric4profits

In this article, we will be looking into the classification and breeds of goats while emphasis will be placed on the goat breeds.

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Will aerial spray drones ever replace ground rigs?

Western FarmPress

Farmer Iron: Drone advocates agree they will be competitive, with a few caveats.

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Small Ruminants

Agric4profits

In this article, we will be discussing about sheep and goats otherwise referred to as small ruminants.

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‘Cows are not the problem’

Western FarmPress

A Wyoming rancher speaks at British Society of Animal Science Convention, tours UK.

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White Persian Cat Breed Description and Complete Care Guide

Agric4profits

A renowned cat breed with unbeatable beauty is the White Persian cat.

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Dairy finds success after humble beginnings

Western FarmPress

The Malena and Held families and Holsteins Unlimited near Leigh, Neb., are carrying on a 50-year legacy started by Mike and Joy Malena.

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An unraveled genetic mystery in Angus

AgriLife Today

Genetic discovery by team of researchers and veterinarians helps Angus producers protect their herds The post An unraveled genetic mystery in Angus appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Cotton planting hitting the high gears now

Western FarmPress

In Georgia, rain up north and drier conditions south helped cotton planting. North Carolina farmers will shift focus to cotton after peanut planting.

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Far Eastern Agriculture - Untitled Article

Far Eastern Agriculture

Global innovator and field ventilation solutions and components provider, TPI-Polytechniek recently introduced VUELA, an innovative ventilation inlet, designed to optimise airflow within facilities like never before With its unique V-shaped valve, VUELA sets new standards for efficiency, durability and ease of use in ventilation technology. The device is equipped with an innovative V-shaped inner valve that guides air optimally under all conditions.

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Soggy fields frustrate eager farmers

Western FarmPress

Feedback from the Field: Farmers report spotty planting progress as Mother Nature continues to throw weather challenges their way.

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Goats

Agric4profits

In this article, we will delve deeper into the classification and breeds of goats emphasis will be placed on Nigerian goat breeds.

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Agencies scramble to meet SGMA regulations

Western FarmPress

Tulare Lake Subbasin placed on probation by state water board.

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The transition to ENSO neutral conditions expected in the next month

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center released their latest ENSO forecast today. As predicted, they expect the current weakening El Nino to transition to neutral conditions sometime in the next month. This is expected to be followed by a swing to La Nina by June-August (49%) or July-September (69%).

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Supporting the next generation is not just funding in farm business

Western FarmPress

Be sure to share wisdom with the next farming generation, but accountability is key.

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Highlander Cat Breed Description and Complete Care Guide

Agric4profits

The Highlander cat, formerly known as the Highland Lynx and also known as the Highlander Shorthair, is a brand-new cat breed.

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Will USDA adjust for corn production pressure?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: If global corn production edges lower in Friday’s WASDE, short positions and lower supply could spur a rally.

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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences advisors get an A+

AgriLife Today

Four College of Agriculture and Life Sciences advisors, advising hub receive university awards The post College of Agriculture and Life Sciences advisors get an A+ appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Hearing the music of Wisconsin agriculture

Western FarmPress

Alice in Dairyland: Ashely Hagenow has enjoyed her journey as the 76th Alice.

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Norwegian Forest Cat Breed Description and Care Guide

Agric4profits

The Norwegian Forest Cat is the name given to the forest cat in popular culture i.e.

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Export Report: No surprising data this week

Western FarmPress

Corn, soybean and wheat volume all fall near the middle of analyst estimates

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Global Insight Series Takes a Deep Dive Into Irrigation Technology

Global Agtech Initiative

New Global Insight Series report dives into the ways that technology is advancing the agriculture industry, specifically in the irrigation realm. The post Global Insight Series Takes a Deep Dive Into Irrigation Technology appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Deal with slugs, voles in soybeans

Western FarmPress

Soybean Pest Beat: Management does more to fight these pests than other types of controls.

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Recovery resources available for Texas livestock producers, individuals affected by floods

AgriLife Today

Rural homeowners need to test water wells before using The post Recovery resources available for Texas livestock producers, individuals affected by floods appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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U.S. and Mexico dairy groups address shared goals

Western FarmPress

Industry reps from both sides of the border agree to 12-point plan.

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Nature Can’t Run Without Parasites. What Happens When They Start to Disappear?

Modern Farmer

When Chelsea Wood was a child, she would often collect Periwinkle snails on the shores of Long Island. “I used to pluck them off the rocks and put them in buckets and keep them as pets and then re-release them,” Wood said. “And I knew that species really well.” It wasn’t until years later that Wood learned that those snails were teeming with parasites.

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LSU, Horizon partnership initiates new rice breeding program

Western FarmPress

New partnership between LSU AgCenter, Horizon Ag to benefit rice industry.

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