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Soil School: How nutrients move and the impact on fertilizer management

Real Agriculture

Nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorous move quite differently though the soil and understanding how they travel is key to helping growers choose the best application strategies. Phosphorous, for example, tends to be more like a tortoise, moving slow and methodically through the soil. Nitrogen, on the other hand, is the hare, racing quickly through.

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Lobbying in action: Bayer wants Farm Bill protection against Monsanto lawsuits

Food Politics

I saw this headline in the Washington Post: Bayer lobbies Congress to help fight lawsuits tying Roundup to cancer. The biotech giant Bayer has lobbied Congress over the past year to advance legislation that could shield the company from billions of dollars in lawsuits, part of a national campaign to defeat claims that its weed killer Roundup causes cancer in people who use it frequently…By erecting new legal barriers to bringing those cases, Bayer seeks to prevent sizable payouts to plaintiffs w

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It started with a seed 20 years ago

Agricultural Biodiversity

As the International Plant Treaty celebrates its 20th birthday , here’s a nice interview with the current Secretary, Kent Nnadozie. Want a quick summary of the Treaty’s achievements? Kent has you covered: To begin with, we have been able to set up fully functional mechanisms out of the text of the Treaty. We have established a multilateral system for access and benefit-sharing, which is like the global pool of genetic material and seeds that facilitates the breeding of new varieties

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RealAg Radio: Wetland identification, weed control in beans, and a wheat market update, July 3, 2024

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this special edition of Wednesdays with Lyndsey! On today’s show hear from: Brian Voth with Intellifarm for a grain market update; Ontario farmer and agronomist, Jim McComb on wetland identification; Hear a clip from Wheat Pete’s Word with Peter Johnson on working the Enlist system into a weed control plan; Read More Thanks for tuning in to this special edition of Wednesdays with Lyndsey!

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Nibbles: Forest seed collecting, Colombian maize, Türkiye & China genebanks, Community seedbank trifecta, Wheat breeding, Rice breeding, Bean INCREASE, WorldVeg regen, UK apples, Rangeland management

Agricultural Biodiversity

How to collect forestry seeds. Whole bunch of new maize races collected in Colombia. The Türkiye national genebank in the news. Lots of collecting there. Though maybe not as much as in this genebank in China. But small communities need genebanks too. Here’s an example from Ghana. And another from India. And a final one from the Solomon Islands.

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Rausser College of Natural Resources celebrates 50 years of excellence

Berkeley Blog

Half a century after it was founded in 1974, Rausser College of Natural Resources is a leader in cutting-edge research, exceptional educational opportunities, and creating connections between science and society. The post Rausser College of Natural Resources celebrates 50 years of excellence appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Combine driver relishes wheat harvest, posts farm life

Western FarmPress

Sara Nicholson reminisces about wheat harvest and why, after 40 years, she keeps coming back. Plus, how she's using TikTok to tell her family's farming story.

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Career Stories: Aston Saini, placement student – What I’ve learned about scientists engaging with policy makers

Agri-tech

In today’s blog, we hear from Aston Saini, a ‘Professional Internships for PhD Students’ placement student who recently spent three months working within the John Innes Centre policy team. Aston explores what his experience taught him about the ways researchers can engage with policy makers, as well as how crucial this aspect of science is in the modern age as we attempt to.

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‘Garden Success’ on KAMU-FM has new host; Stephen Brueggerhoff starts July 4

AgriLife Today

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horticulturist to replace retired host Skip Richter The post ‘Garden Success’ on KAMU-FM has new host; Stephen Brueggerhoff starts July 4 appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Drought expanded rapidly this week

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

Due to the hot weather and almost complete lack of rain other than a few scattered showers, much of the Southeast is now in drought or abnormally dry conditions other than southern Florida and a few other areas of Georgia and Alabama.

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Farm Progress America, July 3, 2024

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson tells listeners about a measure voters will see on the ballot in November regarding livestock processing in the city limits.

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Are American Family Farms Disappearing? 

Trimble Agriculture

The American family farm is the cornerstone of our nation—but is its existence in jeopardy? As the land of the free and home of the brave, the American family farm has been a foundational part of this nation and the meaning of independence. That’s why it concerns many that, over the years, we’ve witnessed a gradual decline in the percentage of family-owned farms.

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The power of connection

Western FarmPress

Where I Come From: After years of isolation and social media highlight reels, I’m hungry for vulnerability and authentic conversation.

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Hurricane preparedness for families

AgriLife Today

Start now with a plan, assemble hurricane 'go bag' The post Hurricane preparedness for families appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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A centenarian’s legacy of service

Western FarmPress

Howell Wheaton, a farm kid, World War II veteran and former state forage specialist, shares stories from the war and peacetime.

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FoodPrints: Cultivating Healthy Futures in D.C. Schools

Food Tank

FoodPrints, an initiative of FRESHFARM, works to lead innovative solutions for the local food system in Washington D.C. Their approach integrates gardening, cooking, and nutrition education into the curricula of local schools. Since launching in 2009 with one school, FoodPrints has expanded to 21 schools in D.C., reaching a total of 7,600 students. The program primarily caters to students from preschool to 5th grade.

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Family uses off-farm experience to innovate on the land

Western FarmPress

SLIDESHOW: Leopold Award winners bring many partners to the table for innovations that help all farmers.

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The Orange Seeds: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Orange seeds, the small yet crucial components of one of the world's most beloved fruits, play a significant role in the reproduction and propagation of citrus

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Summer’s first major heat wave to scorch West

Western FarmPress

Temperatures could top out at 118 in Sacramento Valley, 105 in Willamette Valley.

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The Orange Juice Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Orange juice is a popular beverage made from the liquid extracted from fresh oranges (Citrus × sinensis), known for its refreshing taste and nutritional benefi

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Soybean nematode control gets boost

Western FarmPress

BASF researcher explains why their new trait is big news for growers battling SCN.

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The Orange Pulp: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Orange pulp refers to the fleshy, juicy part of the orange fruit (Citrus × sinensis) that surrounds the seeds and membranes within its segmented structure.

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Why isn’t my corn green?

Western FarmPress

Corn Success: There are many reasons for the variety of colors that can appear in young corn plants. Here’s a look.

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The Importance of Community and Collaboration in Organic Agriculture Research

Organic Farming Research

Through a new Researcher & Extension Agent affinity group in the West/Southwestern region, OFRF is helping to foster community within the organic farming sector, creating an environment where everyone can thrive. The post The Importance of Community and Collaboration in Organic Agriculture Research appeared first on Organic Farming Research Foundation.

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Joy of having our first calf

Western FarmPress

Two Hearts, One Harvest: We’re grain farmers, but we’ve made some room for a few cows.

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Happy 4th of July!

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

Hope you all have a wonderful (if hot) holiday celebrating our American independence with family and friends. If you are in areas that are very dry, please be cautious shooting off fireworks due to the lack of rain. No one wants their picnic ruined by a fire!

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A steep climb in the Delta

Western FarmPress

Where the Delta meets the bluffs is a special place worth exploring.

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AgriLife Extension adds pecan, viticulture, and fruit pest management specialist in Stephenville

AgriLife Today

AgriLife Extension adds pecan, viticulture, and fruit pest management specialist in Stephenville The post AgriLife Extension adds pecan, viticulture, and fruit pest management specialist in Stephenville appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Does your feeding plan make financial sense?

Western FarmPress

Compare how you can save money in your ration with nutrient calculator.

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How Diverse Crops Create a Safety Net for Solomon Islanders

Farming First

Adding diverse crops to subsistence farming practices, Solomon Island farmers are learning to build crop resilience and boost food security. The post How Diverse Crops Create a Safety Net for Solomon Islanders appeared first on Farming First.

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How to maximize farm profitability

Western FarmPress

Bottom Line: Find the benefits of partial budgeting analysis on your farm.

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Optimize weaning: easily keep your calves healthy and happy

West Texas Livestock

The weaning process, a pivotal period in the cattle business, is upon us once again. As any seasoned rancher will attest, it can be both magical and challenging. Weaning, a shared experience that can be stressful for both the cattle and the rancher, is a crucial step in the journey of cattle rearing. Stress in […] The post Optimize weaning: easily keep your calves healthy and happy appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Strategies to streamline your milking parlor

Western FarmPress

Ensuring a comfortable and safe parlor for both cows and employees is crucial for profitability on a dairy farm.

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The Orange Leaves: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Orange leaves, also known as citrus leaves, are the foliage of orange trees (Citrus sinensis) and related citrus species.

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Pear season begins with diminished crop

Western FarmPress

Harvest to begin in mid-July amid strong demand.

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The Orange Fruits: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Orange fruits are known for their bright colour, refreshing flavour, and numerous health benefits.

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Why don’t we talk?

Western FarmPress

Transitions and Strategies: As farmers, we often don’t think we need to be great communicators. Use these tips to improve conversations with lenders, employees, advisers and family members.

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