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Pulse School: Is it aphanomyces?

Real Agriculture

After years of dry to extremely dry conditions in the pulse growing regions of Saskatchewan, it’s unlikely anyone is going to complain about a wet spring. The shift from dry to more average or even wet conditions creates some fantastic yield potential for growers, but it also creates a perfect environment for root rots, including. Read More After years of dry to extremely dry conditions in the pulse growing regions of Saskatchewan, it’s unlikely anyone is going to complain about a we

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The legacy of eugenics

Berkeley Blog

Osagie K. Obasogie, a professor of law and bioethics, has teamed up with the Los Angeles Review of Books to launch a two-year, national conversation on the history of eugenics and the ways it still shapes science, medicine and technology. The post The legacy of eugenics appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Beef Market Update: Slower trade, shifting leverage, and strong export demand

Real Agriculture

A mid-week U.S. holiday this week didn’t affect beef kill but closed futures and packers wanting to dial markets back from last week’s new cash high combined for slower trade for beef markets. In this week’s Beef Market Update, Anne Wasko with the Gateway Livestock Exchange, says cattle feeders want to keep the momentum rolling. Read More A mid-week U.S. holiday this week didn’t affect beef kill but closed futures and packers wanting to dial markets back from last week’s

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Rice stinkbug: Resistance, strategies, and net return

Western FarmPress

Entomologist shares data investigating product effectiveness from rice stinkbug trials. Plus, will a Section-18 exemption be justified for Endigo ZCX in the 2024 Midsouth rice crop?

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Soybean School: Managing late-planted soybeans

Real Agriculture

It’s late June and growers are still planting soybeans in Ontario. It’s been that kind of year, says Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness soybean specialist Horst Bohner as growers in rain-soaked areas of the province make a final dash to plant soybean acres. On this episode of the RealAgriculture Soybean School, Bohner looks.

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#plant24: A tale of two strategies among father, son

Western FarmPress

Matt and Tanner Hogue are a father-son team. They are both concerned about moisture management but approach it differently. Learn more about their production strategies.

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RealAg Radio: A proxy vote, the impact of Bill C-59, and the Beef Market Update, June 21, 2024

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Shaun Haney is joined by Anne Wasko of the Gateway Livestock Exchange for a Beef Market Update. Haney is then joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, and Tyler McCann, managing director with Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute (CAPI), for the. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio!

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Watch for grain market moves next week

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Potential for a weather premium and next week’s USDA report offer much-needed rally opportunities for corn and soybean.

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AFT Commends Rhode Island for the Passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget That Directly Supports the State’s Agricultural Land Preservation Program

American Farmland

The post AFT Commends Rhode Island for the Passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget That Directly Supports the State’s Agricultural Land Preservation Program appeared first on American Farmland Trust.

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Realistic hopes in a peanut field

Western FarmPress

I sometimes feel sorry for the sales reps facing angry growers who are disappointed by the amount of disease damage they perceive in their field. Sometimes, damage is inevitable.

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Rathore earns international cotton Researcher of the Year recognition

AgriLife Today

Texas A&M AgriLife scientist’s work improves cotton sustainability The post Rathore earns international cotton Researcher of the Year recognition appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Farm dogs: The honorable mentions

Western FarmPress

Slideshow: Prairie Farmer has tallied the votes for this year’s Favorite Farm Dog Contest. Meet the runner-up pups in Illinois and honorable mentions.

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Simplistic water management tips you need for healthy cattle

West Texas Livestock

Water, a fundamental element of life, plays a pivotal role in the daily existence of cattle. It is indispensable for growth, fetal development, lactation, and overall production. Despite its significance, water can often be overlooked by producers. As a producer, your role in safeguarding the well-being of your cattle is not just important, it’s crucial. […] The post Simplistic water management tips you need for healthy cattle appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Wheat harvest underway in Midwest

Western FarmPress

Missouri-Kansas Crop Progress: Heat advances corn crop, offers ideal wheat harvest conditions during week 4.

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The World is Farming More Seafood Than it Catches. Is That a Good Thing?

Modern Farmer

A new report from the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization, or FAO, has found that more fish were farmed worldwide in 2022 than harvested from the wild, an apparent first. Last week, the FAO released its annual report on the state of aquaculture — which refers to the farming of both seafood and aquatic plants — and fisheries around the world.

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What soybean herbicide options exist if dicamba exits in 2025?

Western FarmPress

Herbicides exist, but all exert more selection pressure that can trigger more herbicide-resistant weeds.

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Nepal Update: International Plant Protection Symposium 2024

CABI

The International Plant Protection Symposium 2024, held in Nepal, focused on leveraging digital tools for sustainable agriculture. It brought together experts, researchers, and practitioners to address emerging plant protection challenges and explore innovative solutions. The event provided an excellent platform for CABI to enhance the visibility and promotion of the PlantwisePlus digital tools, which aid… The post Nepal Update: International Plant Protection Symposium 2024 appeared first

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7 ag stories you can’t miss – June 21, 2024

Western FarmPress

Catch up on Catch up on the spread of tar spot, John Deere's Chief Tractor Officer announcement, the potential record ag trade deficit and more!

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Dutch Company Homburg Acquires Swedish Ekobot

Global Agtech Initiative

Homburg aims to further grow in the field of advanced precision agriculture. The post Dutch Company Homburg Acquires Swedish Ekobot appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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How courts have consumed dicamba

Western FarmPress

Right from the start, lawsuits have accompanied dicamba applied to dicamba-tolerant soybeans.

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The Nutmeg Kernel: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

The nutmeg kernel, also known as the nutmeg seed or nut, is the central part of the nutmeg fruit (Myristica fragrans), a tropical evergreen tree native to Indon

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What's impacting cattle price relationships?

Western FarmPress

Making a profit is more than just price: Varied values, cattle age and location are market indicators to watch.

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Keep an Ear to the Ground with these Engaging, Urgent Food Stories

Food Tank

A version of this piece was featured in Food Tank’s newsletter, typically released weekly on Thursdays. To make sure it lands straight in your inbox and to be among the first to receive it, subscribe now by clicking here. In recent months, we’ve been having plenty of big conversations about the future of the food system, including how to feed children during summer months, the importance of the Farm Bill, and the urgency of taking care of our oceans.

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Is CBOT ignoring weather impacts?

Western FarmPress

Between the Fencerows: Weather is pushing irrigation and the wheat crop, but frustrated farmers aren’t seeing a 2024 price benefit.

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A Tip of the Cap to Women in Agriculture

Global Agtech Initiative

WiAT is a growing community of women in ag tech who are interested in networking, mentorship programs, and collaborating with like-minded professionals. The post A Tip of the Cap to Women in Agriculture appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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6 ways to reduce stress on the farm

Western FarmPress

For the Health of It: Reducing stress can help you stay productive on the farm and ranch.

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Razor Tracking Forms Mixed-Fleet Telematics Integration With CNH

Global Agtech Initiative

Case IH and New Holland customers can now see their support vehicles equipped with Razor Tracking devices in the same platform. The post Razor Tracking Forms Mixed-Fleet Telematics Integration With CNH appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Triangle H wins Earl C. Brookover Award

Western FarmPress

Kansas Digest: Beef Empire Days winners; KARL Class XVII announced; Kansas Drought declaration.

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The Mace Aril: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

The mace aril refers to the bright red, lace-like covering that surrounds the seed within the fruit of the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans).

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Allis-Chalmers C has been a workhorse for 75 years

Western FarmPress

My Favorite Tractor: The C was an all-purpose machine, handling tillage chores, cultivating corn and raking hay.

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The Mace Blades: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Mace blades, also known simply as mace, are the dried outer aril or husk that surrounds the seed of the nutmeg fruit (Myristica fragrans).

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Remove mental health veil

Western FarmPress

Prairie Post: There is hope for those suffering from mental health issues.

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The Nutmeg Pericarp: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

The pericarp of nutmeg, scientifically known as Myristica fragrans, encapsulates the seed within a fruit that resembles a large apricot.

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Ohio Legislature takes first step in clamping down on feral swine

Western FarmPress

The Ohio Pork Council says legislation is needed to protect the state’s livestock industry.

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Perotto awarded endowed professorship in ranch management

AgriLife Today

Appointment aims to advance rangeland management, productivity The post Perotto awarded endowed professorship in ranch management appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Sheep shearers flock to UC livestock adviser

Western FarmPress

Retired north coast expert John Harper leaves a legacy after 32 years.

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The Nutmeg Inner Shell: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

The Nutmeg Inner Shell, also known as the endocarp, encases the seed within the fruit of the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans).

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