Real Agriculture
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Regulations around flying drones in Canada, especially drones in the 25-150 kilogram weight class, can be complicated. In agriculture, drones that show great potential for producers fall under two different jurisdictions. The first is Transport Canada, which oversees aviation safety and security. The second is Health Canada, which is responsible for pesticide regulations and approvals.
NASDA
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. At the 2025 Winter Policy Conference today National Association of State Departments of Agriculture members passed several policy amendments promoting increased programs for local and regional foods through federal policies and programs for states. Members adopted policy supporting the permanent establishment and funding of the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Programs, or any successor programs, administered by the USDA.
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Real Agriculture
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Startup culture meets farming culture, at scale. Getting on farms to do in-field testing and due diligence is often one of the largest costs for startup companies in the agtech space. A network of farmers that started in Tennessee and has since expanded to other regions across the U.S. is working to provide an efficient, Read More Startup culture meets farming culture, at scale.
NASDA
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. Today at the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Winter Policy Conference, NASDA members voted to amend the organizations biofuels policies to increase support for domestic and global demand for American produced biofuels. NASDA recognizes the importance biofuels play in the future of agricultural production, energy independence and our economy, NASDA CEO Ted McKinney said.
Real Agriculture
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
A new administration in the White House brings many questions about the future. Recently sworn-in U.S. secretary of agriculture Brooke Rollins joined Kansas senator Roger Marshall for a fireside chat at the Top Producer Summit last week in Kansas City, Missouri, to discuss Rollins vision for the future of agriculture in the country. Between 2017 Read More A new administration in the White House brings many questions about the future.
NASDA
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. State agriculture officials expressed the need for farm technical assistance resources to support farmers in business management and farm transitions during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2025 Winter Policy Conference. Members passed a policy amendment that specifically supports the creation of state block grant programs that provide technical assistance to farmers.
Real Agriculture
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Never let your wheat crop have a bad day. Its a management philosophy that more growers are adopting as they look for ways to reduce crop stress and chase higher winter wheat yields. But Oklahoma State University professor Dr. Brian Arnall is asking winter wheat growers to rethink that strategy. He argues that some pain Read More Never let your wheat crop have a bad day.
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Real Agriculture
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
When managing fertilizer, the when of application can matter almost as much as the rate, especially when it comes to nitrogen and minimizing losses, says Peter Wheat Pete Johnson. In this episode of Wheat Petes Word, Johnson shares insights into preventing nitrogen fertilizer losses, assessing manures nutrient release potential and impact on microbial activity and Read More When managing fertilizer, the when of application can matter almost as much as the rate, especially when it comes to nitrog
NASDA
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. National Association of State Departments of Agriculture members passed an action item today at NASDAs Winter Policy Conference supporting the United Nations resolution declaring 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. As state agricultural leaders, we recognize the essential contributions of women in farming and agribusiness, said NASDA Vice President, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner Amanda Beal.
Food Politics
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
At a glance across the country: Meatpacking plants closed at an unprecedented rate this year, accelerated by a number of factors such as rising livestock costs, workforce shortages, food safety violations and foodborne illnesses, and ongoing industry consolidation. Here are some examples: of these and others: Tyson closes 3 meat plants, lays off 1K workers The food giant plans to shutter its 328,000-square-foot facility in Emporia, Kansas,as well as two cheesesteak factories in Philadelphia.
Real Agriculture
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio, recorded LIVE! at the Canadian Federation of Agriculture;s annual general meeting, sponsored by Cooperators. On todays show, co-hosts Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith moderate a multi-person panel on disaster response and relief. They are joined by: Dan Watchorn, vice-president, commercial and farm insurance with Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio, recorded LIVE!
NASDA
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. Today at the 2025 Winter Policy Conference , members of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture called on the Congress to develop strategies to address agricultural labor stability challenges along with border security. The new policy item states comprehensive agricultural labor reform is needed to allow access to the H-2A program for year-round agriculture industries, create a pathway to legal status for agriculture and agri-business workers who are employe
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Oregon State University scientists suggests some may be, and theyre looking for market opportunities for winemakers whose vineyards were impacted by nearby wildfires.
NASDA
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. Today at the National Association of State Department of Agriculture 2025 Winter Policy Conference , NASDA members voted to support federal programs and policies that expand “food as medicine” initiatives and strengthen their connection to local and regional food systems. NASDA CEO Ted McKinney highlighted the significance of the policy update stating, Food as medicine programs create new opportunities for small and medium-sized farmers to engage with regional and p
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Significant galling, stunted growth signify root knot nematodes stealing soy yield.
Organic Farming Research
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
A massive wave of federal firings has terminated employment for critical agricultural departments. Learn more about the dire impacts of these cuts, the short and long term consequences on agronomic and economic research, why it matters, and how you can take action at this critical time. The post The Consequences of Mass Firings Across the USDA appeared first on Organic Farming Research Foundation.
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
For the past two years, David Kohlleppel has yielded a career best on his Texas cotton farm. Career yields and sustainable practices have earned him the Southwest's High Cotton Award.
Global Agtech Initiative
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
AgEagle further strengthened its leadership role in the worldwide UAS marketplace. The post AgEagle Aerial Systems Featured at European UAS Conference XPONENTIAL Showcasing Leading Autonomous Technologies and Robotics appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
More than Dirt: The future of your family farm is in your hands not someone elses. When a next generation of family ownership is possible, make it happen.
AgriLife Today
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Discover the beauty, history and impact of Texas most iconic wildflower The post Bluebonnets in bloom: A Texas tradition appeared first on AgriLife Today.
American Farmland
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Chelsea Gazillo is the new Senior California Policy Manager for American Farmland Trust. She will conduct research, provide education to stakeholders, develop policy, advocate to California State Legislature and manage outreach.
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Getting pasture turnout right can help prevent health issues with working ranch horses.
Agric4profits
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The production function expresses a functional relationship between quantities of inputs and outputs in agriculture, illustrating how and to what extent output changes with variations in inputs during a specified period of time.
Food Tank
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Over six decades, intensive agricultural practices in India have reduced natural capital , including the stock of all-natural assets (land, air, water and biodiversity), from which ecosystem services flow. Ecosystem services are the benefits provided by nature and managed by farmers on their farmland. For example, soil and vegetation on farms remove carbon from the atmosphere, regulate hydrological flows, and shelter pollinators who pollinate crops.
Agric4profits
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
This article discussed the fundamental concepts in agricultural production economics, having previously discussed the meaning of agricultural economics, production economics, and agricultural production economics. Understanding these concepts is critical for grasping the full scope of this specialized branch of economics.
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Farmers can get the most out of their seed by using variable-rate seeding and, in some cases, multiple hybrids in one field.
Agric4profits
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Having discussed agricultural economics and its applications in agriculture, it becomes essential to understand the concept of production before defining production economics. Production can be defined as the transformation of one thing into another. For example, when flour, sugar, and other ingredients are combined to make cakes, this process is called production.
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The 2025 event presented by the Professional Dairy Producers will be held at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis.
Agric4profits
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
This article introduces the nature of Agricultural Production Economics. It explores the meaning, scope, and uses of economics within the agricultural sector. Agricultural Production Economics is a sub-field of Agricultural Economics, making it essential to first understand Agricultural Economics itself. Agricultural Economics is a specialized branch of agriculture.
Agri-tech
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
At the John Innes Centre, diversity is at the heart of what we do. Just as we celebrate and leverage biodiversity in our research to solve global challenges in plant and microbial science, we recognise that Neurodiversity – differences in how people think, process, and interact with the world – is equally vital to our success. Neurodivergent individuals bring exceptional strengths in.
Agric4profits
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Agricultural production is a specialized sector of the economy. The conditions under which it operates and the nature of its products differ from all other non-agricultural sectors of the economy. Reddy et al.
ProAg
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
If you grow forage for grazing or haying, youve probably wondered whether Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) insurance is worth it. Were here to share five benefits of PRF coverage so you can make the best decision for your operation. What is PRF insurance? PRF insurance is a federal area-based program designed to help protect a producers operation from forage loss risks due to lack of precipitation on acres grown with the intended use of grazing or haying.
Agric4profits
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Agricultural cost, according to Ibitoye and Idoko (2009), is referred to as the value of agricultural output. That is, it is the expenses incurred by farmers in the process of producing a farm product such as yam, maize, eggs, goats, etc.
West Texas Livestock
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Salt isn’t just a seasoning for your dinnerit’s a vital nutrient that cattle need to survive and thrive. Just like in humans, salt plays a crucial role in keeping a cow’s body running smoothly. From digestion to muscle function, even the most basic bodily processes depend on it. Without enough salt, cattle can suffer health […] The post Actually unlock the benefits of salt in Livestock diets appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.
Farming First
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Editor’s Note: Geospatial technology is making big impacts in agriculture, offering real-time satellite data for farmers and policymakers to monitor, manage and plan around crop and animal health. This piece asks if this technology could support the climate resilience of future agrifood systems while boosting global food security and if stronger international collaboration could ensure […] The post How Geospatial Technology Can Advance the Global Food Security Agenda appeared first o
Agric4profits
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Time periods in the production process refer to the duration required for resources to adjust from their present status to new production positions. In a production process, before a farmer can increase output, at least one of the resources must increase. Farm inputs like land, labour, and capital cannot increase at the same rate.
Western FarmPress
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
USDA is investing $1 billion in a comprehensive strategy to curb HPAI, protect the poultry industry and lower egg prices.
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