Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

What does it look like when rural development is viewed as finding ways to better serve the people that call rural areas home versus developing rural areas into cities? Too often, says Dr. Ashleigh Weeden, rural development policy fails to really consider what rural areas need more of and how to best support these projects, Read More What does it look like when rural development is viewed as finding ways to better serve the people that call rural areas home versus developing rural areas into cit

Ruralism 262

Ruralism Rural Development Farming Farming 262

Civil Eats

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As Hurricane Helene made its way up the East Coast last October, Rob Kinneen tracked the storm from his home in Durham, North Carolina. When lashing winds and heavy rains began battering the state and reports started coming in of disastrous flooding throughout Appalachia, Kinneen knew he needed to act. I drove up to this small town, Swannanoa, with my apron and my knife, he says, and within minutes of arriving at the commissary kitchen that had been set up, I was cutting up vegetables.

Food 132

Food Technology Processing Ecology 132

Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In urban centres, people are removed from the agricultural way of life, and while they may appreciate and enjoy the fruit of the land from a local grocery store, what most people know about farming systems and food itself too often comes from sources that are far removed from farming. In this interview recorded at Read More In urban centres, people are removed from the agricultural way of life, and while they may appreciate and enjoy the fruit of the land from a local grocery store, what most pe

Food 251

Food Farming Farming Agriculture 251

Food Politics

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has issued: Food Safety: Status of Foodborne Illness in the U.S. This one sounds much like GAO reports Ive been reading since the early 1990s. We have long reported that the fragmented nature of the federal food safety oversight system causes inconsistent oversight, ineffective coordination, and inefficient use of resources.

Food 130

Food Poultry 130

Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Koch Agronomic Services. Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net to discuss where the markets are headed; Kimberly Ratcliffe, Woman of the Year at Top Producer 2025 on her story and their turnkey farm; Matt Clark with Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Koch Agronomic Services.

Marketing 147

Marketing Farming Farming 147

NASDA

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Letter Dear Chairman Capito and Ranking Member Whitehouse: The Waters Advocacy Coalition (WAC) applauds your leadership in holding todays hearing on Improving the Federal Environmental Review and Permitting Processes. WAC represents a large and diverse cross-section of the nations broad business community, including the construction, transportation, real estate, recreation, mining, manufacturing, forestry, agriculture, energy, wildlife conservation, and public health and safety sectors.

Processing 130

Processing Manufacturing Real Estate Supply Chain 130

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Read about the tinkering and experimentation Scott Myers deploys on his farm.

Farming 117

Farming Farming 117

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Learn how Ronnie McGilvray defies the odds while farming with a physical disability.

Farming 111

Farming Farming 111

AgriLife Today

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Texas Crop and Weather Report - Feb. 19, 2025 The post Texas dairy producers meeting the needs of a growing market appeared first on AgriLife Today.

Marketing 101

Marketing Crop Cattle Ranching 101

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

What are the best methods to communicate the farm and food story with consumers, when only 2% of the U.S. population grows our food?

Agriculture 104

Agriculture Agriculture Food Farming 104

Global Agtech Initiative

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The company now starts with Source.ag solutions to streamline data collection and data analysis. The post Mexico: Finka Becomes Source.ag Customer to Enhance Precision and Efficiency in Greenhouse Tomato Cultivation appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

Greenhouse 89

Greenhouse Cultivation Marketing 89

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

After 30 years of assisting farmers through his presentations and advice, the scientist will retire from role in March.

98

98

Farmbrite

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The poultry industry in the U.S. and many other parts of the world are recently being rocked by incidents of bird flu, otherwise known as avian influenza. This disease can have devastating effects on poultry farm operations and we want to help give you information to keep you informed. In this article, we will touch on what bird flu is, how to spot it; what to do if you see it, and precautions to keep your flock safe.

Poultry 52

Poultry Farming Farming Production 52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As Things Look to Me: Theres a lot to play out for 2025. Still, recent developments in markets, exports and farm policy have helped improve this years outlook.

Marketing 96

Marketing Farming Farming 96

ATTRA

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Researchers at Penn State University demonstrated that some genetic lines of corn contain high levels of flavonoids that protect them from damage by corn earworm larvae. Corn earworm larvae cause significant crop loss in corn, but both a genetically engineered corn and a conventionally bred corn high in flavanoids caused corn earworm larvae to grow much more slowly, with many of them dying. “This research is important because it may be an early step toward the development of corn lines res

Crop 52

Crop Maize Production 52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Ventilate your shop, and be safe around heavy equipment and hazardous chemicals.

Farming 95

Farming Farming 95

Ohio State University

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Ohio State offers resources for farmers, consumers By: Tracy Turner With egg prices soaring due to supply chain disruptions and avian flu impacts, many consumers are looking for ways to stretch their egg supply while ensuring food safety. Experts at The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) offer key insights into safe egg storage, viable substitutes and the economic factors behind the price hikes.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Science Food Poultry 52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Hoosier Perspectives: There is still time to apply to be a mentee in the Farm Advisors program.

Farming 95

Farming Farming 95

Global Agtech Initiative

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Bushel Plus specializes in advanced agricultural solutions that help farmers reduce grain loss at harvest to maximize profits. The post Canadian-Based Bushel Plus Ltd. Expands Global Footprint into the U.S. appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

Grain 58

Grain Harvester Harvesting Harvest 58

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

EPA cuts, immigrant deportation, tax bill changes, a trade war and a delayed farm bill could affect farmers in 2025 and not in great ways. Heres what you need to know.

Farming 94

Farming Farming 94

ATTRA

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have been studying cattle behavior to identify individuals best matched to the landscape for optimal grazing. The project seeks to better understand the grazing personalities of cattle. It began with the discovery that individual cattle have distinct grazing personalities that affect how far and wide they graze.

Cattle 52

Cattle 52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Kansas Digest: Sorghum seminars; beef tailgating ad campaign; cover crop survey

Crop 90

Crop 90

AgriLife Today

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Meet faculty, staff and students to explore a future at the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences The post Tour across Texas brings Texas A&M to prospective students appeared first on AgriLife Today.

Science 52

Science Agriculture Agriculture 52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Multiple scientists working on the specialty crops that fuel Oregons agricultural economy are among the roughly 200,000 federal employees let go so far.

Crop 81

Crop Agriculture Agriculture 81

DTN

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The post AI Transforms Meteorologists From Forecasters To Communicators appeared first on DTN.

52

52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Weeds like bur cucumber and honeyvine milkweed require extra effort to control.

78

78

Farm Credit of Southern Colorado

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Meet the Participants Selected for the 2025 Grow Your Future Forum Were thrilled to announce the participants chosen to attend the 2025 Grow Your Future Forum, taking place in Salt Lake City, Utah, from February 26-28. This event, organized by the Farm Credit Associations in the CoBank District, is designed to help young and beginning farmers and ranchers enhance their business skills, build valuable relationships, and learn from fellow producers nationwide.

Ranching 52

Ranching Cattle Mechanics Farming 52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Plus, Massey Ferguson tweaks tractors power and efficiency to make it a versatile option for small farms and general land management.

Tractor 77

Tractor Farming Farming 77

Agwired

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) recognized winners of national service awards at the associations 79th Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bushel , an independently-owned software technology company focused on digital tools for the agricultural supply chain, announced an integration into MyCHS, the farmer-facing platform from CHS, Inc., the nations largest farmer-owned cooperative.

Textiles 45

Textiles Poultry Tractor Supply Chain 45

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Ray Benson looks back on the days before transgenics.

75

75

ATTRA

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Applications are due March 19, 2025. Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is accepting applications for Specialty Crop Block Grants to increase the competitiveness of domestic and foreign markets for Minnesota-grown specialty crops. The MDA anticipates awarding approximately $1.25 million in grants using a competitive review process, with a maximum award of $125,000 and a minimum award of $25,000.

Crop 52

Crop Processing Agriculture Agriculture 52

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The agriculture industry generates $41.3 billion annually in the state.

Agriculture 75

Agriculture Agriculture 75

Far Eastern Agriculture

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Global leader in the avocado industry, Westfalia Fruit has partnered with Efficiency Technologies to develop the most recent developmentan innovative technology that specialises in the extraction of a natural, sustainable dye from avocado stones This marks a significant advancement in total crop utilisation. The process extracts perseorangin, a rare and sought-after natural pigment from avocado stones collected at Westfalia's UK facility.

Processing 45

Processing Technology Manufacturing Production 45

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

A generational leader for agriculture is the incoming president of SCGA and winner of Ginner of the Year.

Agriculture 66

Agriculture Agriculture 66

Agwired

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Buck Wehrbein, a Nebraska cattleman, ascended to the role of NCBA president during CattleCon 2025 , held this week in San Antonio, Texas. Wehrbein, with a 45-year career in the cattle feeding sector, brings decades of dedication to the industry and leadership experience to NCBAs top leadership post. He is particularly passionate about fostering opportunity for the next generation of cattle producers, recognizing their ability to drive innovation and industry progress.

Cattle 45

Cattle Agriculture Agriculture 45

Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Small grains provide livestock producers with high-quality forage in the fall, winter, and spring. But it's important to consider varieties that flourish in your region.

Forage 59

Forage Grain Livestock 59

Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In Episode 23 of The Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with J.P. Gervais, executive vice president, strategy & impact, and chief economist at Farm Credit Canada, to break down the economic forces shaping the future of agriculture. As someone who spends his days analyzing trade, policy, and market Read More In Episode 23 of The Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with J.P.

Marketing 263

Marketing Agriculture Agriculture Farming 263