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U.S. tariff plan for revenue is self-limiting, but does it matter?

Real Agriculture

If tariffs are meant to deter imports by making them more expensive, eventually imports will decrease. Logic would have it, then, that depending on tariff revenue in the long-term would be folly, as its intended to decrease over time. The tariff-income-as-monetary-policy is just one sticking point in the U.S. administrations new trade policy arc.Oliver Ward, Read More If tariffs are meant to deter imports by making them more expensive, eventually imports will decrease.

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Industry-influenced opinion of the week: Ultra-processed foods

Food Politics

If you have any doubts about the value of the concept of ultra-processed, the breadth and extent of industry pushback against the idea is excellent evidence. The concept is an existential threat to the processed food industry, and it is fighting back. The Italian food industry is especially concerned because it also has the Nutri-Score front-of-pack labeling system to contend with; the letter grades on ultra-processed products tend to be Cs, Ds, and Esas bad as they come.

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NFU names new executive director

Real Agriculture

The National Farmers Union (NFU) has named David Thompson as its new executive director, effective April 7, 2025. Thompson has worked with the NFU-Ontario for the past five years in various capacities including policy research and analysis, conducting farmer interviews and managing programs. In that time, he also coordinated the International Programs Committee (IPC) working Read More The National Farmers Union (NFU) has named David Thompson as its new executive director, effective April 7, 2025

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Third global assessment of PGRFA sees the light of day at last

Agricultural Biodiversity

I spent all last week at the 20th Session of the FAO Commission on Genetic Resources in Rome : “[t]he Commission is the only permanent intergovernmental body that specifically addresses all components of biological diversity for food and agriculture.” As ever, there’s a great summary of the session at Earth Negotiations Bulletin. Maybe the most significant milestone was the launch of the Third Report on the State of the Worlds Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture ,

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Artificial intelligence (AI) drives real-time crop scouting and management

Real Agriculture

Whether youre a grower, agronomist, or ag retailer, Westfield, Indiana-based Taranis believes its crop intelligence platform can play a key role in helping make the right crop management decisions throughout the growing season. The foundation of the Taranis program is artificial intelligence (AI). Cory Edge, the companys customer success influencer, is a big believer in Read More Whether youre a grower, agronomist, or ag retailer, Westfield, Indiana-based Taranis believes its crop intelligence p

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Before Consuming Research, Consider the ‘Ingredients’ and Who ‘Cooked’ It

UnderstandingAg

By: Allen Williams, Ph.D. REPUBLIC, Mo. Research is like meatloaf, a wise man once opined. Before you consume it, you need to know whats in it and who cooked it. Those words came cascading through my mind as I read a recent research paper in the scientific journal PNAS titled U.S. grass-fed beef is as carbon intensive as industrial beef and 10-fold more intensive than common protein-dense alternatives.

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RealAg Radio: Early season scouting, protecting N, and the Vote for Grain campaign, Mar 31, 2025

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio! Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Kyle Larkin with the Grain Growers of Canada on the Vote for Grain campaign; Hear a spotlight interview with Carolyn Wilson for Syngenta; and, RealAgricultures in-house agronomist, Peter Wheat Pete Johnson on early season scouting, protecting early N, Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio!

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Vertical Farming: How to Produce More Food on Less Land

Modern Farmer

The word farm was once equated with images of sun-kissed green fields in rural areas. Thats quickly changing. Not only are farms moving closer to urban areas, but theyre also getting creative in how and where they grow produce. Vertical farms take advantage of old buildings and state-of-the-art greenhouses to produce food in a small amount of space.

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Analysis of Variance in Agricultural Research

Agric4profits

Analysis of variance in agricultural research is a parametric statistical procedure widely used to analyze experiments involving two or more conditions of a single independent variable. This technique is also applicable when studying multiple independent variables in agricultural research.

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Spring Planting and Soil Compaction: 5 Management Tips

Modern Farmer

Regardless of what youre growing, spring is an exciting time of year. But it doesnt come without challenges. Compaction can lead to wet soil that makes it difficult to get in your fields on time for planting and for small plants to get a healthy start. If youre dealing with spring soil compaction this year, learning how to prevent and manage this issue will help you grow healthier crops in the current and future seasons.

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Sampling and Data Collection in Agricultural Research

Agric4profits

A research process begins with a research question. The researcher will formulate a hypothesis about the problem to be solved and then decide on the type of data needed to answer the research question appropriately. This article explains how to source and gather data effectively.

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2025 Agri-Marketing Conference Preview

Agwired

It’s almost time for the 2025 Agri-Marketing Conference. To get a preview of all the activities I spoke with Carrie Isaacson, Broadhead , Chair for this year’s conference. You can listen to my conversation with Carrie here: 2025 Agri-Marketing Conference Preview (11:06) FUEL YOUR FUTURE AT NAMAPALOOZA Get ready for the 2025 Agri-Marketing Conference your front-row seat to the future of agri-marketing!

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American Farmland Trust Launches Emergency Resilience Grant for Farmers

Food Tank

American Farmland Trust (AFT) is raising money to support farmers and ranchers affected by recent federal funding losses or delays.The goal is to provide 200 farmers a grant each up to US$10,000. The AFT Brighter Future Fund aims to raise US$2 million through donations, which will be distributed via the organizations Emergency Resilience Grant. “The Brighter Future Funds Emergency Resilience Grant is not only meant to help ease immediate hardships but also provide stability for the future,

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DWFI Podcast 42 – 15th Anniversary of DWFI

Agwired

This special episode of the Water for Food Podcast commemorates the 15th anniversary of the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute by sharing the story of its origin. You can read the full historical account here. The 15th anniversary year will be highlighted by a celebration reception at the upcoming 2025 Water for Food Global Conference, held in Lincoln, Nebraska, April 28-May 2.

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Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks, Associate Director of Communications and Development press@sustainableagriculture.net Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications The Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship honors the co-founder of the first network for African American organic farmers in the United States. Washington, DC, March 28, 2025 Last week, the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) and the Southeastern African American Farmers Organic Network (

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List of Different Domestic Cat Kitten Breeds

Agric4profits

There are many kitten breeds of domestic cats, and some of them are known for their small size and playful, kitten-like personalities. Here is a list of some popular breeds that are known for their kitten-like qualities and personalities: Siamese Cats: Siamese cats are known for their intelligence and social nature.

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Crop Diversity Benefits: Why Variety is Key to Sustainable Farming

Modern Farmer

Farms come in all shapes and sizes, from a thousand-acre field planted in corn to a quarter-acre parcel supporting thirty different types of vegetables. One of the key differences between these two examples is the amount of crop diversity present. Increasing the types of crops present in an area can provide numerous ecological and economic benefits.

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The Chemistry of Carbohydrates in agricultural systems

Agric4profits

Carbohydrates constitute the primary organic components of plant structures and are present to varying degrees in all animal organisms. In plants, carbohydrates are synthesized through photosynthesis nature’s most vital chemical reaction. This process converts solar energy into chemical energy, facilitating glucose formation from carbon dioxide and water.

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What to know before cutting potassium fertilizer

Western FarmPress

These answers to farmers questions about K fertilizer could help you manage nutrients better in 2025.

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Industry Ag News 3/31

Agwired

Farm Journal and The Packer have announced plans for an all-new East Coast Produce Expo (ECPE) , which was formerly known as GOPEX, set for Jan. 12-13, 2026, at the JW Marriott Turnberry Resort in Aventura, Fla. The Kansas House Legislature announced, during its 2025-2026 Legislative Session, an historic Resolution declaring August 22nd, 2025 Antique Tractor Preservation Day, to be observed ANNUALLY throughout the State of Kansas.

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AgLaunch startups take the stage at Showcase

Western FarmPress

Startups tackle farm challenges with innovative tech: allergen-free peanuts, bird flu detection and autonomous weeders. AgLaunch365 accelerator showcases solutions for labor, disease and sustainability.

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Agriculture Education Program Serving Youth in USVI

ATTRA

The Center for Educational Growth (CFEG), an education-based nonprofit organization and hybrid online and in-person school, developed a virtual and in-person youth sustainable agriculture education program on St. Croix with grant support from the Southern SARE program. This model program exposes young people to agriculture in the Virgin Islands and encourages them to become entrepreneurs in the field.

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Nominate a Kansas Master Farm Family today

Western FarmPress

Kansas Farmer and K-State Research and Extension gathering names for Class of 2025 Kansas Master Farm Families.

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Things to Consider when Selecting a Site for Plantain Farming Business

Agric4profits

Plantain, otherwise called cooking bananas are starchy fruits with a relatively neutral flavor and has a soft texture when cooked. They produce fruit all year round and this makes them a staple food for most families. The possibilities of making it big in plantain farming business are much.

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Specialists weigh in on how to make cotton work in '25

Western FarmPress

Cotton'n pickin' blues: Cotton specialists from Texas, Tennessee, and South Carolina discuss strategies growers may want to consider as they look at cutting back this season, from varieties to seeding rates to fertilizer.

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Southern SARE Graduate Student Grant

ATTRA

Applications are due May 16, 2025. The Southern Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SSARE) program is accepting Graduate Student Grant Program proposals up to $22,000. This program is open to Masters and PhD students, enrolled at accredited institutions across the Southern region, who are interested in exploring areas of sustainable agriculture through quantitative and qualitative research projects.

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Registration for UW’s Ranch Camp open

Western FarmPress

Wyoming Ranch Camp offers hands-on training for aspiring ranchers, covering livestock, soil, economics and more. Registration open through April 4 for June 9-13 event.

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Carbon Robotics Introduces the First and Only Tractor Autonomy Solution with Real-Time Remote Supervision and Control

Global Agtech Initiative

Carbon AutoTractor is installed on existing tractors and is remotely monitored by Carbon Robotics operators. The post Carbon Robotics Introduces the First and Only Tractor Autonomy Solution with Real-Time Remote Supervision and Control appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Spring farm prep in full swing: From planters to Christmas trees

Western FarmPress

Between the Fencerows: Calibrating farm machinery, installing new fuel tanks and putting the mixing equipment under cover are planting priorities. Throwing in home renovation and Christmas tree planting kept the kids busy.

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Essential Roles of Minerals in Animal Nutrition

Agric4profits

Minerals are an indispensable part of a complete diet for farm animals. In this article, the dietary essential minerals, their functions, factors affecting their requirements, and sources will be discussed. Essential Minerals in Animal Nutrition Essential minerals are those recognized for their vital roles and must be present in animal feed.

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Register by April 7 for West Central Irrigation Day

Western FarmPress

Michigan Bits: Craft beverages receive half off registration at Michigan Food & Hospitality Show.

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Cocoyam (Soup Thickener): All You Need to Know About

Agric4profits

What is Cocoyam?

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View nozzles as part of your sprayer technology

Western FarmPress

Like everything else, spray nozzles are always evolving, and they are crucial to optimal sprayer performance. Match them to application needs and maintain them properly for best results.

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Complete List of Cats That Don’t Shed

Agric4profits

Many cat owners with allergies manage to care for and love their cat companions despite having allergies to cats. To avoid a burst of their allergies, those who have cat allergies may decide to select a cat that sheds less or one that is nearly hairless.

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Farm Progress America, March 31, 2025

Western FarmPress

The hogs market closed higher Friday after a report from USDA showed tighter pigs supplies across the United States.

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Complete List of Popular Cool Cat Breeds

Agric4profits

There are many cool cat breeds to choose from, and in this article, we will provide you with most of these popular cool cat breeds. Below are some of these cool breeds: 1. Siamese Cats: Siamese cats are known for their sleek, slender bodies and striking blue eyes.

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The day after: Corn’s moves tell the tale for 2025

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Market reaction tomorrow is corns crystal ball, likely offering clear price signals. History shows price reaction after the Prospective Plantings and Grains Stocks reports tips off rally potential in the golden grain. But dont trust soybean moves.

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