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Soybeans: Watch for jump up then long slump

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: History suggests soybean prices will pop up early in January than lay low following the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

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The truth about Hebert Grain Ventures with Jeff Warkentin

Real Agriculture

In Episode 19 of The Truth About Ag, Jeff Warkentin, chief operating officer (COO) of Hebert Grain Ventures, joins co-hosts Evan Shout and Kristjan Hebert to talk about what it takes to lead and grow a successful team. They cover everything from the realities of stepping into a family business, to why asking tough questions Read More In Episode 19 of The Truth About Ag, Jeff Warkentin, chief operating officer (COO) of Hebert Grain Ventures, joins co-hosts Evan Shout and Kristjan Hebert to talk a

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Sarah and Curt’s ‘Excellent U.S. Food Adventure’

Western FarmPress

FP Next co-hosts Sarah McNaughton-Peterson and Curt Arens have been asking podcast guests for restaurant recommendations all year long.

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Future-Proofing Farms: How CIMMYT Is Helping Farmers Adapt to the Climate Crisis

Food Tank

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is working across the globe to help farmers access the information and resources they need to future-proof their farms. Farmers need better information systems, Bram Govaerts, Director General of CIMMYT tells Food Tank. You can no longer make decisions based on your past experience because the situation is changing so much as a result of the climate crisis.

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Reviving a lost art: Butcher shops fill local needs

Western FarmPress

As COVID-19 exposed supply chain flaws, more Western communities are seeing the value of local meat processors.

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Sparkling wine 101

AgriLife Today

AgriLife Extension viticulturist shares the basics on sparkling wine and gives expert tips on how to choose the perfect bottle for any event.

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3 tips for livestock export testing

Western FarmPress

Export testing for livestock can be difficult, but it's manageable by following three tips provided by the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory.

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Six agronomic steps to take for 2025

Western FarmPress

Here's how to counter high input costs amid stagnant crop prices.

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Here’s Why School Lunches Matter

Modern Farmer

School lunch is more than just a meal for students to fuel them for the day. Its an opportunity for students to discover new foods, learn about their community and take a personal role in their own health. As inflation and the scale-back of pandemic-era boosts to SNAP and other government food programs threaten access to healthy food, school lunches matter more than ever.

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How many cold streaks do you remember?

Western FarmPress

If you think winters used to be colder, history shows youre right.

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Virtual Fence Conservation Fund

ATTRA

Applications are due by February 1, 2025. The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) is accepting applications to the Virtual Fence Conservation Fund. This $250,000-dollar initiative aims to enhance wildlife conservation by empowering ranchers and conservationists to adopt virtual fencing technology on public and private lands. The fund is accepting applications from ranchers, landowners, and conservation organizations who seek to employ this promising technology to advance land, water,

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Enhanced Ag-Link savings for farmers affected by drought

Western FarmPress

A loan cap increase, an interest rate reduction and an extended loan period are available.

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Michigan Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

ATTRA

Applications close on February 6, 2025. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Specialty Crop Block Grant Program awards funds to projects to enhance the competitiveness of Michigan specialty crops. Nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and local, state, and federal government entities, including tribal governments, are eligible to apply.

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Last chance to nominate a Master Farmer

Western FarmPress

The deadline for nominating 2025 Mid-Atlantic Master Farmers is Jan. 1.

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Business Builder Award Program: Nevada

ATTRA

Applications are due February 3, 2025. The Southwest Regional Food Business Center’s Business Builder Award Program is offering funding to support the development of local and regional food supply chains by providing capital directly to businesses to access and/or expand market outlets and connect with local and regional supply chains. All applicants must be small (gross annual sales less than $350,000) to mid-sized (gross annual sales greater than $350,000 but less than $1 million).

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Water quantity policy remains a priority

Western FarmPress

Indiana Farm Bureau to keep a spotlight on water quantity protection in 2025 legislative session.

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THE DONKEY AND THE SHEEP

The Lunatic Farmer

The donkey and sheep Side by side did sleep. The chickens on their roost Needed nightime rest to boost Their energy in the day, More eggs to enjoyably lay. Into that blissful scene Came humans, not serene. A woman and a man In the door did stand To see if they were able To find a place in the stable. The donkey opened half an eye While a chicken clucked nearby.

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What’s the plan for your leased farmland?

Western FarmPress

Talk to your landowners. Their plans may not include you and the future of your farm.

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Our Best Food Justice Reporting of 2024

Civil Eats

Civil Eats has focused on food justice since our inception in 2009. Rare for the media landscape, we regularly report on the food system’s disproportionate impact on people of color and immigrant communities, and we are one the few outlets dedicated to covering the unique food-related issues facing Indigenous communities. We also strive to cultivate perspectives from people of color, as reporters, op-ed contributors, and sources in our reporting.

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Farm Progress America, Dec. 26, 2024

Western FarmPress

Mike Pearson tells listeners how a delayed action in the European Union will be good for the cattle industry in 2025.

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How will you celebrate National FFA Week?

Western FarmPress

FFA Corner: The weeklong celebration in February offers a time to give back to the youth organization that has given the agriculture community so much.

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Free farmland use makes learning to farm possible

Western FarmPress

See how this Purdue alum gives back to the Rossville FFA Chapter.

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Weeds can grow off-label in just 4 days

Western FarmPress

Spraying weeds when they are small is critical to controlling the toughest pests.

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7 ways to ease human health concerns with triazole fungicides

Western FarmPress

How to maximize the disease-fighting attributes of triazole fungicides while minimizing the spread of fungi that resist human antifungal drugs.

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David Kohl: 2024 in review

Western FarmPress

Looking ahead to 2025: It could be the year that shows management is key to a successful farm business.

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Latest planters specialize in speed and precision

Western FarmPress

Whats New From the Shows: With springtime in mind, check out these new planters.

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Debt consolidation can improve liquidity

Western FarmPress

Debt consolidation may help farmers improve their short-term liquidity.

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Barn of the Year nominations due in January

Western FarmPress

The Michigan Barn Preservation Network is asking for submissions by Jan. 31.

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