Real Agriculture

MARCH 26, 2024

What’s a planter supposed to do when it rolls into fields and tucks into a fit seedbeed? On this episode of RealAgriculture Corn School, Kearney Planters operations manager Cullen Tinline shares a corn planter furrow management wish list and what growers should expect if their planter is fine-tuned, properly prepped, and rolling in good soil. Read More What’s a planter supposed to do when it rolls into fields and tucks into a fit seedbeed?

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Production Crop 321

Agricultural Biodiversity

MARCH 26, 2024

More on the US push for opportunity crops. Oh look there’s a whole compendium on African opportunity crops from FAO. Many of them are roots and tubers. For the Hopi, maize is an opportunity crop. For the Adivasis, it’s rice. And more along the same lines from Odisha. Llamas were an opportunity for lots of people down the ages. …and still are , for some.

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Maize Cattle Food Crop 193

Real Agriculture

MARCH 26, 2024

A mysterious illness affecting older dairy cows in the southern U.S. appears to be caused by the same virus that has infected millions of domestic and wild birds over the past few years. On Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said milk samples from sick animals on two dairy farms in Kansas and one in.

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Food Politics

MARCH 26, 2024

Today I’m participating on a panel discussion on Ozempic at 12:30 EDT. See announcement to the right; register for it here. I watched the Oprah special on the obesity drugs. Its messages: Obesity is a disease, requiring treatment. These drugs offer treatment. The drugs are effective; side effects are minimal. Yes they are expensive and therefore, promote inequality; therefore, the government should pay for them.

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Real Agriculture

MARCH 26, 2024

In the early hours of Tuesday, March 26th, the cargo vessel Dali collided with a support post of the Francis Scott Key Bridge at Baltimore, Maryland, causing the bridge to collapse. Reports are that the Singapore-owned ship reported a power loss and inability to steer the ship before the collision. While the rescue and recovery. Read More In the early hours of Tuesday, March 26th, the cargo vessel Dali collided with a support post of the Francis Scott Key Bridge at Baltimore, Maryland, causing t

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USDA Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

Kaitlyn Hampton is ambitious and goal oriented. As she embarked on her journey as a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 1890 National Scholar , she simultaneously assumed other responsibilities, such as pursuing her master’s degree. The 1890 Scholars Program complemented her goals, allowing her to pursue her passions through internships and job placements that provided experience.

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Agriculture Agriculture 134

Real Agriculture

MARCH 26, 2024

When it comes to phosphorus, having early availability close to the seed is of utmost importance to support early seedling development. Too much phosphorus, too close can also cause seedling toxicity and death. What’s the right amount for starter fertilizer? There’s no one right answer, but there are several considerations for phosphorus management at seeding, Read More When it comes to phosphorus, having early availability close to the seed is of utmost importance to support early s

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Fertilizer Seeding Production Crop 279

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

HPAI infected cattle, currently in Texas and Kansas, exhibit a sharp decline in milk production, but USDA states there are no safety concerns with the commercial milk supply.

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Cattle Production 119

AgWeb Farm Journal

MARCH 26, 2024

A mostly lower day Tuesday in grain and livestock futures. Chuck Shelby, Risk Management Commodities, says uncertainty hit the market on many fronts.

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Livestock Grain Marketing 120

Share Food Program

MARCH 26, 2024

from the Volunteer Team at Share Food Program: Hello past, present and future Share volunteers! Thank you for your continued vitality and support. Volunteers are worth a lot to Share Food Program and your commitment to the fight against food injustice has not gone unnoticed. We want to take the week of April 22-27, 2024 to show how much we appreciate you!

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AgriLife Today

MARCH 26, 2024

Hood Family Foundation provides $5 million to support formation of Center for Greenhouse Gas Management in Agriculture and Forestry When it comes to philanthropy, John Hood Ph.D., and his wife Sally are always searching for the next impactful prospect. From supporting the work done by researchers within Texas A&M AgriLife Research to providing opportunities for first-generation students.

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Forestry Greenhouse Agriculture Agriculture 105

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Mike Pearson shares how the USDA cattle on feed report contained a bearish surprise for producers and traders even if the overall cattle supply continues to shrink.

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Cattle Farming Farming 111

Sustainable Harvest International

MARCH 26, 2024

(Traducción en Español abajo) Sustainable Harvest International welcomes its new Executive Director, Janeen Simon! Janeen is enthusiastic about SHI’s goal to transform one million farms by 2030 and eager to lead us forward as we plant one billion trees and partner with thousands of family farmers. “ “We are thrilled to have Janeen as our new Executive Director; she brings critical nonprofit leadership experience, much of which was gained working in Latin America, as well as a passion for ou

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Ruralism Harvester Harvesting Harvest 98

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Closure of port in Maryland due to bridge collapse could impact farm machinery exports and imports.

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Farming Farming 138

Global Agtech Initiative

MARCH 26, 2024

The digital platform streamlines smart farming by using real-time data and predictive modeling. The post FMC India Launches Arc Farm Intelligence Platform to Enhance Crop Yield Optimization appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Crop Yield Yield Crop Farming 98

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Dave Fischer embarked on a five-year Climate Smart Commodities grant to document that raising cattle can improve the environment.

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Cattle 122

AgWeb Farm Journal

MARCH 26, 2024

In the study, Iowa farmers, custom operators and farm managers shared their average pricing for common agricultural services such as tillage, spraying and fertilizer application.

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Farming Farming Fertilizer Agriculture 94

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Land Sales: Preliminary results of annual farm real estate survey in Nebraska show an increase in land values, but the rate of increase has slowed considerably.

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Real Estate Farming Farming 81

AgWeb Farm Journal

MARCH 26, 2024

Mike Steenhoek, executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition, shares what the collapse could mean for the supply chain.

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Supply Chain Agriculture Agriculture 113

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

University specialists say waiting too long to plant can cost yield. Participants in the Wisconsin Soybean Association Yield Contest take this and other findings into account to boost production.

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Yield Production 98

Global Agtech Initiative

MARCH 26, 2024

Next-generation technologies can radically transform indoor farms and greenhouses into prolific food sanctuaries. The post Integrating Data-Driven Solutions for Fine-Tuned Climate Control in Indoor Farming appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Greenhouse Farming Farming Technology 96

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Climate can help or hurt growers, but knowing weather patterns and paying attention to the weather outlook can help with cropping decisions.

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Crop 111

AgWeb Farm Journal

MARCH 26, 2024

Shipping accounts for roughly 90% of world trade and is responsible for nearly 3% of the world's carbon dioxide emissions.

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Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Thanks to the recent 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture, Nebraska has new numbers recognizing the top ag products coming from the state.

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Production Agriculture Agriculture 111

Agwired

MARCH 26, 2024

Huma® CEO Lyndon Smith was recently named chairman of The Fertilizer Institute ’s Biostimulant Council. Smith has been involved in the humic space and with TFI since the mid-90s. “Huma®’s long-standing participation with TFI has provided me an opportunity to understand the intricacies, challenges, and untapped potentials of the fertilizer and biostimulant industry.

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Fertilizer Crop Yield Yield Crop 126

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Nearly 18 million acres were planted into cover crops in 2022 compared to 15.4 million acres as by the 2017.

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Acre Crop 119

AgriLife Today

MARCH 26, 2024

Workshops provide opportunities to expand skills, learn new technology The Texas A&M Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications will host the annual Summer Ag Academy for high school agriculture teachers on June 9-21 at the Agriculture and Workforce Education Center on the Texas A&M-RELLIS campus, 1244 7th St., Bryan.

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Technology Agriculture Agriculture Mechanics 91

AgWeb Farm Journal

MARCH 26, 2024

The American Sugar Coalition is pushing for restrictions on sugar imports from Mexico following concerns that some shipments may violate trade deal rules, Bloomberg reports.

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Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Giant ragweed has been creeping back into farm fields. Here’s why and what you can do about it.

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Farming Farming 119

AgriLife Today

MARCH 26, 2024

Texas Crop and Weather Report – March 26, 2024 Wheat production across Texas looks better than in years past, providing producers some optimism despite low wheat prices. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists said several opportunities could exist for cashing in on good forage. Mark Welch, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension economist-grain marketing in the Texas A&M.

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Crop Forage Grain Marketing 81

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Agri Ready Profile: Rylyn Small’s students inspired him to write winning grants for ag education.

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AgriLife Today

MARCH 26, 2024

Free workshop for residents and landowners will provide continuing education units The Texas Water Resources Institute, TWRI, will host a free Texas Riparian and Stream Ecosystem Education Program workshop from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on April 16 in Orange. The workshop is co-hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and serves residents interested in learning more.

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Ranching Farming Farming 72

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

The entries are in, and now it’s time to help select the 2024 Prairie Farmer Favorite Farm Dog!

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Farming Farming 111

Caff

MARCH 26, 2024

Starting in 2024, the Growing Urban Agriculture Microgrants Program provides funds to urban producers in the Bay Area and Los Angeles who are growing to feed their communities. A microgrant can provide up to $10,000 for projects that may need financial support to implement. The microgrant program is intended to provide funds for up to one year and it is expected that projects will be completed within a year.

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Agriculture Agriculture 75

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Cattle herds have felt a total reduction in calf production of 2.72 million head in that six-year period.

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Cattle Marketing Production 105

ATTRA

MARCH 26, 2024

By Danielle Crocker, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Mowing lawns is a common activity in the United States due to factors like suburbanization, homeownership trends, and a cultural emphasis on well-maintained yards. A well-clipped yard with stripes is often associated with the American Dream. Mowing has become an American pastime. I won’t deny how attractive a green, shining sea of grass can be.

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Livestock Rural Development Construction Production 74

Western FarmPress

MARCH 26, 2024

Sunflower Extra: Substantial decrease in oil-type acres is predicted for this growing season.

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Acre 111