Real Agriculture

MAY 24, 2024

It seems that when the spring hits each year, images start showing up on social media asking if a newly discovered arachnid might be a tick. While ticks have been a common sight in Ontario and Manitoba for a while now, they seem to be venturing further west as they travel on migratory birds. Along. Read More It seems that when the spring hits each year, images start showing up on social media asking if a newly discovered arachnid might be a tick.

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Food Politics

MAY 24, 2024

The first line in this report says it all: “This Global Report on Food Crises is a roll call of human failings.” It does not get cheerier: “In 2023, 281.6 million people, or 21.5 percent of the analyzed population faced high levels of acutte food insecurity in 59 food-crisis countries/territories.” This report does not make for easy reading, but we need to face the realities: conflicts, weather extremes, economic shocks, and decreased humanitarian funding.

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Real Agriculture

MAY 24, 2024

The prime minister announced the appointment of a new deputy minister for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) on Friday. Lawrence Hanson, currently associate deputy minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada, has been chosen to replace Stefanie Beck, effective June 3, 2024, as the top bureaucrat in the federal agriculture department. Beck is moving on.

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NASDA

MAY 24, 2024

Letter Dear Under Secretary Jacobs-Young: We, the undersigned organizations and associations represent a broad array of food producers, processors, and marketers as well as state departments of agriculture working cooperatively to address the unintentional presence of heavy metals in certain food products. We recently engaged with Steve Zeng, Division Director of the Food Safety Division as part of our engagement on issues surrounding heavy metals and we wanted to follow up on that conversation.

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Real Agriculture

MAY 24, 2024

It only takes a split second of inattention, spurred by rushing or fatigue, for a near-miss to become a life-altering event. If that sounds dramatic, so be it. I’m not sure I’ve ever spoken to someone who has been in a farm accident who said they saw it coming. Too often we think we’re fast.

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NASDA

MAY 24, 2024

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture is seeking applicants for a director of public affairs. This position will administer public affairs policies and procedures, maintaining positive relations with the public, the press and electronic media. The director will develop and oversee the delivery of all publications, press and media communications, calendars, special promotions and general public information on activities, events and crises.

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Real Agriculture

MAY 24, 2024

The Manitoba Crop Alliance is now four years old and the amalgamation of five producer groups is moving on from getting itself up and running, to charting big things for its next strategic plan. The organization that represents spring and winter wheat, flax, sunflower and barley growers in Manitoba has a focused vision for the. Read More The Manitoba Crop Alliance is now four years old and the amalgamation of five producer groups is moving on from getting itself up and running, to charting big t

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Real Agriculture

MAY 24, 2024

It seems that everywhere you go right now, farmers are talking about cover crops. Producers across the country are not only using a diverse plant mix to provide feed for livestock, but also as potential solutions to compaction, a lack of nutrient availability, and to address weed issues in their fields. In this Farming Forward. Read More It seems that everywhere you go right now, farmers are talking about cover crops.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Arkansas soil test provides vital information for growers.

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Real Agriculture

MAY 24, 2024

Rain makes grain, sure, but rain also makes green grass and that makes for a very happy Anne Wasko of the Gateway Livestock Exchange who joins Shaun Haney for this episode of the Beef Market Update. Green grass in many parts of the Prairies is a welcome change compared to the last few years, and. Read More Rain makes grain, sure, but rain also makes green grass and that makes for a very happy Anne Wasko of the Gateway Livestock Exchange who joins Shaun Haney for this episode of the Beef Market U

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Is this the year you should try PGRs in your crop management program?

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AgriLife Today

MAY 24, 2024

Texas 4-H Youth Development program full of scholarships, competitions, workshops and service projects The post Texas 4-H Roundup ‘ignites’ June 3-6 in College Station appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Show-Me Life: Identify the four types of people we take on our well-being journey. Not all are helpful.

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Food Tank

MAY 24, 2024

A version of this piece was featured in Food Tank’s newsletter, released weekly on Thursdays. To make sure it lands straight in your inbox and to be among the first to receive it, subscribe now by clicking here. This is the year of food is medicine. The Food is Medicine Institute in Boston, MA, held the second annual Food is Medicine National Summit this year; the United States Department of Health and Human Services convened its first-ever summit on the topic, and Food Tank has organized discu

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

For the Health of It: New tools and tech help farmers stay ahead of the next heat wave.

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Ohio State University

MAY 24, 2024

On May 15, 2024, Dr. Anna Parkman was reappointed as full Professor of Practice in the department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics (AEDE) and the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). Dr. Parkman was promoted to full Professor of Practice in May of 2023. In her seven years in AEDE she has been an inspiring classroom instructor and student internship coordinator.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Organic products topped $67 billion in sales in 2023, report says.

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Agric4profits

MAY 24, 2024

In animal dentition, both sheep and goats have a total of 32 teeth. They do not have any upper incisors.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Mike Pearson takes a look at poultry trade and restrictions on America from across the globe.

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AgriLife Today

MAY 24, 2024

AgriLife Extension entomologist talks all things chiggers, from why they make you itch to ways to avoid them The post Chigger season tips to beat the itch appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

The CoverCress Farm Adoption Program allows farmers to test out this new combination cash and cover crop.

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Agric4profits

MAY 24, 2024

In this article, we will be learning about the management of dairy cows.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Cooking out this summer? Learn the secret to grilling and smoking beef, poultry and pork to perfection.

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Agric4profits

MAY 24, 2024

The Maize/Corn Stigma is a small, sticky structure that protrudes from the tip of the silk, which is part of the female inflorescence, or ear.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Illinois Beef Association president and cattle feeder Dave Duzan talks May Beef Month, livestock opportunities and the next generation.

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AgriLife Today

MAY 24, 2024

Pillai selected for his research, application of electron beam technology The post Gov. Abbott appoints Texas A&M expert to Texas Radiation Advisory Board appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

They particularly target early-planted soybeans.

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Global Agtech Initiative

MAY 24, 2024

Verdi partners with NEC X to rapidly scale its groundbreaking platform for farm automation. The post NEC X Invests in AI AgTech Startup Verdi, Integrates Technology Into NEC’s CropScope appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Catch up on farm bill progress, the latest HPAI news, wheat tour results and more!

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Global Agtech Initiative

MAY 24, 2024

Verdi has revolutionized farm management through its scalable platform that personalizes plant care with advanced data analytics. The post SVG Ventures Announces Follow-On Investment in Verdi, a Leader in Sustainable AgTech Innovation appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

CLOVER BY 4-H offers content tailored to different users.

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Global Agtech Initiative

MAY 24, 2024

In an era where sustainability is paramount, learn how an electric tractor is at the forefront of reshaping farming practices globally. The post Revolutionizing Orchards: How the Monarch Tractor Drives Sustainable Farming Forward appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Increased yield claims don’t tell the whole story.

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Agric4profits

MAY 24, 2024

The Maize/Corn Pedicels is the stalk that attaches each kernel to the cob, playing a vital role in nutrient transport and kernel development.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

Field Fodder: An assortment of bad bugs is lurking in soybean fields. Here’s how to identify them, and how to assess the damage they make.

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Modern Farmer

MAY 24, 2024

Despite the name, the Farm Bill doesn’t only affect farmers. If you eat food, the Farm Bill impacts you. It has huge implications for food production, nutrition assistance, animal welfare, the environment, trade and much more. It’s one of the most important pieces of legislation and is negotiated every five to seven years. As we reported in October , the US Congress failed to pass a new Farm Bill by the September 30, 2023 deadline.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 24, 2024

This corn disease is so new it doesn’t even have a name.

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