Real Agriculture
AUGUST 27, 2024
Harvest is often a highlight of the year, but it can also be a stress-filled time, especially when combined with other factors outside of a farm’s control. In addition to the usual untimely weather and equipment breakdowns, the list of uncontrollable factors this harvest includes declining crop prices that are creating questions about profitability and.
Food Politics
AUGUST 27, 2024
Recall that the large grocery chain, Kroger, proposed a couple of years ago to acquire another large grocer, Albertsons, for about $25 billion. The FTC did not think this was a good idea. It FTC filed a suit to prevent the proposed merger on the grounds that it would make the US supermarket landscape even less competitive than it already is. It would be likely to raise prices for consumers, reduce wages for employees, and ( as I’ve written previously ) lead to the closure of many stores.
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Real Agriculture
AUGUST 27, 2024
Drones, or UAVs, can scout fields, create maps, apply seed, and — eventually — apply pesticides. There are several ways drones are helping farmers and agronomists, but these buzzing bits of tech aren’t a necessarily a one-to-one replacement for sprayers, drills, or even satellite imagery. To discuss what is legal, what’s a good fit, and.
Berkeley Blog
AUGUST 27, 2024
Chancellor Rich Lyons says civil discourse and bridging political and cultural divides will be a focus this new academic year. The post New chancellor, new housing and robot ramen help kick off Berkeley’s 2024 fall semester appeared first on Berkeley News.
Real Agriculture
AUGUST 27, 2024
Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesdays with Lyndsey edition of RealAg Radio. Host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Rob Hannam with Farm Health Guardian on their pilot project; Luke Struckman and Shawn Catherwood on new soil health training; Drew Spoelstra with Ontario Farms Association, on changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker program; and, Gerry. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesdays with Lyndsey edition of RealAg Radio.
USDA Blog
AUGUST 27, 2024
Nichole Espineli is studying for her master’s degree at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Her determination, borne from her personal experience with food insecurity, led her to a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) internship this past summer with the USDA Agricultural Research Service.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
Moisture or lack thereof will determine the quality and quantity of Texas cotton. Learn more about this year's cotton production, plus the latest Texas Crop and Weather Report.
Agriculture Informer brings together the best content for Agriculture professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
Estate Plan Edge: A trust can keep an inheritance from adding to estate tax problems — but what about retirement accounts? You have options for how to handle an IRA.
Agric4profits
AUGUST 27, 2024
Sphynx cat adoption is pretty easy and can easily be taken good care of because this sphinx cat's obvious lack of hair is its most distinguishing or unique char
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
The Fendt 600 Vario and Massey Ferguson 9S tractor lineups along with the Gleaner T Series combines offer new features for farmers.
Modern Farmer
AUGUST 27, 2024
Late summer is here. If you’re like me, you’re probably seeing some great successes and great failures in your garden. I’ve been gardening at my home in the Nashville area (Zone 7b) for three years. I’ve learned a lot, but clearly not enough to be able to grow a decent Cherokee Purple tomato. Here are 10 tips for a better garden sourced directly from my own garden fails. 1.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
North Carolina State University Extension economist Nick Piggott assembled a panel of N.C. farmers to study on-farm storage profitability.
Organic Farming Research
AUGUST 27, 2024
Greentree Naturals Farm is a beacon of organic farming in Northern Idaho. For over three decades they have cultivated a rich diversity of vegetables, herbs, and more, while championing community education and environmental stewardship. This feature explores their commitment to organic farming, innovative research, and the challenges they face. The post A Commitment to Community and the Land appeared first on Organic Farming Research Foundation.
Agric4profits
AUGUST 27, 2024
Whether if Bengal cats are hypoallergenic (are there Bengal Cat Hypoallergenic cats?) are one of the most frequently asked questions people ask.
ATTRA
AUGUST 27, 2024
In this video, we delve into the heart of food-forest design, exploring the importance of plant diversity, thoughtful crop arrangements, and the application of permaculture principles. From her food forest on Wellesley Island in New York state, author and renowned gardener Dani Baker shares her expertise on creating a thriving, self-sustaining ecosystem that not only feeds you but also supports the environment.
Civil Eats
AUGUST 27, 2024
Recycled content in food packaging is increasing as sustainability advocates press manufacturers to cut their use of virgin plastic. Since 1990, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the agency responsible for ensuring food contact materials are safe, approved at least 347 voluntary manufacturer applications for food contact materials made with recycled plastic, according to a database on its website.
Agric4profits
AUGUST 27, 2024
If you are searching for stunning grey cat breeds (gray cat breeds), then you are in the right place. There are so many different breeds of gray cats.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
Policy Report: Election results up and down the national ballot will help decide the future of ag policy and other policies that directly impact farmers.
Global Agtech Initiative
AUGUST 27, 2024
OutRun is a self-contained retrofit kit that enables autonomous grain cart operation on John Deere 8R or 8000R tractors with IVT. The post PTx Trimble Introduces Autonomous Retrofit Grain Cart For Mixed Fleets appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
AgriLife Today
AUGUST 27, 2024
Timely rainfall benefited Texas wildlife and set the stage for a productive fall hunting season outlook, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.
The Equation
AUGUST 27, 2024
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has acknowledged its extensive history of discrimination directed at Black farmers and other marginalized groups. This discrimination has manifested itself in denying farmers access to low-interest loans, subsidy payments, grant programs, and other forms of assistance. Black farmers have been subject to other systematic barriers such as longer processing times for operation loan applications and higher loan default rates, and they have been denied access t
Agric4profits
AUGUST 27, 2024
Most times, Ruminant farmers ask questions like: is there any drug that one can give ruminant animals for them to develop faster? Hmm!
Global Agtech Initiative
AUGUST 27, 2024
Analyst Shane Thomas dives into Solinftec's recent demo of autonomous filling and how it further solidifies the viability of the Solix platform. The post How Solinftec’s Advanced Autonomous Filling Offers a Glimpse Into the Future of Continuous Farm Management appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
Ag Marketing IQ: Don’t bury your operation by falling behind on grain marketing decisions.
Global Agtech Initiative
AUGUST 27, 2024
The new development will allow Solix Ag Robotics to operate 100% autonomously throughout the season, without the need for a manual refill. The post Solinftec Launches New Autonomous Filling Station for Solix Ag Robot appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will not request regulation of water rights for 2025.
AgriLife Today
AUGUST 27, 2024
Adults can help youth learn to be emotionally resilient, develop a positive mindset The post Empowering students to manage stress, enhance mental well-being appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
Experts offer insight on markets, technology and self-improvement at Husker Harvest Days.
Grow Link
AUGUST 27, 2024
You might have your cultivation processes dialed in to perfection, but even the most skilled grower is only as strong as their weakest link. No matter how experienced you are, something as simple as misplacing a sensor can spiral into a never-ending troubleshooting nightmare, disrupting your entire operation. This nightmare doesn't just stay in the grow room, it manifests in your final product and ultimately hits your bottom line hard.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
Corn Commentary: Prospects look strong for high yields in 2024. Two corn experts discuss past trends and what they anticipate for the future.
Global Agtech Initiative
AUGUST 27, 2024
The acquisition, expected to be completed by September 30, 2024, aims to accelerate the expansion of Yanmar’s Agribusiness in India. The post Yanmar Acquires CLAAS India appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
The traveling display of 9 seals honors the sacrifices service members make to protect American freedom.
Modern Farmer
AUGUST 27, 2024
Interview collected and edited by Kelsey Betz Umi Jenkins Director of Mississippi Farm to School Network Our work is centered a lot around young people in grades Kindergarten through 12th. This past year, we received the Educator of the Year Award from Young, Gifted, and Empowered, because we really put a lot of emphasis around educating the community on food literacy.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
Beef Column: Using genomics as a selection tool for commercial cattle can help you meet your herd goals.
Modern Farmer
AUGUST 27, 2024
Umi Jenkins Director of Mississippi Farm to School Network Our work is centered a lot around young people in grades Kindergarten through 12th. This past year, we received the Educator of the Year Award from Young, Gifted, and Empowered, because we really put a lot of emphasis around educating the community on food literacy. We’ve had higher community engagement and that’s come with our Youth Ambassador Program.
Western FarmPress
AUGUST 27, 2024
The field day will focus on best management practices for rice production.
Farming First
AUGUST 27, 2024
South America, showing the most improvement in reducing hunger, should be emulated globally to achieve Zero Hunger, says FAO's Chief Economist, Máximo Torero. The post World Must Look to South America’s Success in Reducing Hunger appeared first on Farming First.
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