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The Manitoba government has announced provincial funding for a top-up to the AgriStability program that was proposed by federal Agriculture Minister Kody Blois prior to the federal election campaign. Premier Wab Kinew announced $10.7 million to match federal AgriStability funding during a visit to the Maple Leaf Foods hog processing plant at Brandon, Man. on Read More The Manitoba government has announced provincial funding for a top-up to the AgriStability program that was proposed by federal A
The NASDA Foundation Food Safety team successfully hosted the Eighth Produce Safety Consortium in Fort Worth, Texas, from March 17-20, 2025. This years Produce Safety Consortium was attended by 46 state programs as well as their university extension partners. The consortiums purpose is to bring a wide array of presentations, resources and opportunities to share and collaborate with federal, state, university and organizational partners in produce safety.
It is the first warm day of spring and the smell of a good ribeye steak on the barbecue wafts in from an open window. That familiar scent might make your mouth water, but what truly defines the best-tasting beef? Is it the breedAngus, Hereford, or Charolais? The feeding systemgrass-fed, grain-fed, or grain-finished? Or does Read More It is the first warm day of spring and the smell of a good ribeye steak on the barbecue wafts in from an open window.
Plantain can be eaten raw when ripe, processed into flour to make elubo, a local meal consumed in Nigeria and other parts of the world with soup, and also serves as industrial raw material in firms producing sanitary pads, fabrics and also for the food and beverage industry for making baby foods, biscuits, bread and… Read More » The Various Products you can make from Plantain and Banana
CNH Industrial, the parent company of Case IH and New Holland, as well as other brands, has announced it is temporarily halting all shipments from North American plants and European plants as of April 1, 2025. A statement on the decision to ground shipments was made just ahead of the so-called Liberation Day tariff announcement Read More CNH Industrial, the parent company of Case IH and New Holland, as well as other brands, has announced it is temporarily halting all shipments from North America
My post today originates form Edgewood, British Columbia, where Universal Ostrich Farms faces a Canadian government assault on their 300 healthy ostriches. Farm owner Katie Pasitney and her friend and sleuth Connie Shields have quite a tragic story. I've had two lengthy conversations with them and here is a synopsis of their plight. The 400-ostrich farm switched from meat and eggs three years ago to a research facility collaborating with a Japanese scientist trying to develop covid 19 antigens.
In this 26th episode of The Truth About Ag, Evan Shout sits down with Shaun Haney, founder of RealAgriculture, to talk about the journey that took him from small-town Alberta to becoming one of the most trusted voices in Canadian ag media. Shaun opens up about his early days growing up in Picture Butte, how Read More In this 26th episode of The Truth About Ag, Evan Shout sits down with Shaun Haney, founder of RealAgriculture, to talk about the journey that took him from small-town Alberta to bec
Bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) have a smooth outer skin, which protects a fresh, crunchy flesh inside. The fruit is hollow, with countless seeds clustering in the center and clinging to the white membrane along the walls.
Bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) have a smooth outer skin, which protects a fresh, crunchy flesh inside. The fruit is hollow, with countless seeds clustering in the center and clinging to the white membrane along the walls.
Tyler Fulton, a cow-calf producer from Birtle, Man., is the newly-elected president of the Canadian Cattle Association. Fulton steps into the role at a critical time for Canadas integrated beef supply chain with the U.S. an issue he sees as the most pressing facing the sector, given that half of Canadas beef production is Read More Tyler Fulton, a cow-calf producer from Birtle, Man., is the newly-elected president of the Canadian Cattle Association.
By: Kyle Richardville, Understanding Ag, LLC About the Understanding series Agriculture isnt rocket science. Its much more complex than that. Farming and ranching involve the fields of biology, ecology, chemistry, botany, physics, geology, meteorology, politics, economics, psychology and mechanics, just to name a few. Companies make a fortune off many farmers and ranchers on such topics because its impossible to study everything and still have a life outside of work.
Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio for the Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Corteva Crop Protection. Host Shaun Haney checks in with: Tyler Lester of Bloomfield, Ont.; Kevin Buchner of Brownsville, Ont.; Jack Froese of Winkler, Man.; and, Josh Lade of Osler, Sask. Also hear from Corteva Crop Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio for the Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Corteva Crop Protection.
Mulching can be defined as the process of covering the soil surface around the plants to create congenial conditions for the crop growth. This may include moisture and soil conservation, temperature moderation, salinity and weed control etc. It exerts a decisive effect on earliness, yield and quality of the crop.
April 3, 2025 A day after the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) began firing employees and eliminating entire departments as part of a massive reduction and reorganization of its workforce, Calley Means defended the cuts in a combative interview at a Politico Live healthcare event in Washington, D.C. Means, the co-founder of healthcare startup TrueMed, is working with Secretary Robert F.
Once disease affects a pig herd, the impact on the economics of pig production in terms of the cost of control and decreased productivity can be enormous. The first priority must therefore always be to try to prevent the occurrence of disease.
Sulfur salt blocks have sparked plenty of debate among cattle producers. Some ranchers swear by them, believing they offer real benefits to their herd. In contrast, others argue they’re nothing more than an unnecessary expense. With so much conflicting information out there, it’s easy to see why the topic can be confusing. Do sulfur blocks […] The post The truth about sulfur blocks in cattle appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.
Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are warm-season annuals that grow best when the soil temperature is at least 55F (12C) and the air temperature ranges between 65 and 90F (18-32C). Read Also:The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Vegetable Gardening Growing Tomatoes Tomato plants are susceptible to pests and diseases so proper plant care is important. Are Tomatoes a Fruit or Vegetable?
[Columbus, OH] Several PhD students in the Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics were recognized for their outstanding work as part of the 2 nd Year Research Manuscript Conference. These honors celebrate manuscript development and doctoral dissertations. Two students were also awarded the Bernie Erven Graduate Teaching Award for 2024.
Growing your own vegetable garden is both fun and rewarding. All you really need to get started is some decent soil and a few plants. But to be a really successful vegetable gardener and to do it organically you’ll need to understand what it takes to keep your plants healthy and vigorous.
Show your support for land access! Sign CAFF's letter of support to help pass this bill. (The deadline for signing is April 22nd.) Click Here to Sign To date, there is no state-level program dedicated to providing financial or technical resources to support farmers with land tenure. AB 524 is a bold step to fill this gap, creating the first statewide program in California dedicated to land security.
Pigs perform better when housed, and their buildings should be made of concrete or stone due to their rooting nature. Pig productivity increases when they are housed in a thermally neutral environment, meaning the environmental temperature remains consistently between the pigs lower critical temperature (LCT) and upper critical temperature (UCT).
Rabbits are classified into small, medium, large, or giant breeds based on their body weight. There are various breeds that fall within these broad classifications. Some of these breeds are described in this article, allowing identification and selection of the breed that best meets production objectives. Classification of Rabbits by Body Size 1.
Rabbits are used for meat production, vocational projects, laboratory research, teaching tools, and as pets. Due to their diverse uses, it is essential to understand various aspects of their management and nutrition. A rabbit is a swift-moving, small herbivorous mammal with large ears, strong hind legs, prominent front teeth, and a short tail.
Almond farmers overwhelmingly voted to keep funding their board, crucial for global promotion. The group, led by Clarice Turner, supports 7,600 growers and 99 processors.
Join Conservation Technology Information Center, USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program, and the American Seed Trade Association for the release of the eighth National Cover Crop Survey during a free webinar April 15, Noon Central Time. Geoff Williams, associate professor, graduate program officer and longtime director of the AU-Bees Lab, is director of the new Auburn University Bee Center, effective Tuesday, April 1.
CNH's two key brands, Case IH and New Holland, continue to lead the way in advancing precision agriculture with the launch of innovative technologies and initiatives that aim to help farmers tackle water scarcity CNH and x-Farm, an Italy-based agri tech company, have partnered to develop a pilot project in Uzbekistan as part of the Drops of the Future initiative.
Double-cropping soybeans can be profitable but may deplete soil potassium. Farmers must calculate nutrient removal from wheat, straw and beans to maintain fertility levels.
Green house technology is the interesting procedure of giving positive conditions to the plants. Developing plants is both a craftsmanship and science. Despite many difficulties man has learnt how to develop plant under regular habitat.
In today’s episode of Voices from the Field , NCAT Specialist Audrey Kolde interviews Cynthia Flores the founder of Labor-Movement, an organization that believes when you move well, you work well. Audrey and Cynthia discuss the inspiration for creating Labor Movement and the importance of proper movement for those whose livelihoods depend on their bodies, especially farmers, fishers, foresters, and industrial athletes.
The latest monthly outlook for April 2025 was released a few days ago. It shows that April is likely to be warmer than normal across the region as we continue to see the weak La Nina affecting our local climate.
Farm families can trim budgets by cutting convenience store stops, reviewing subscriptions, and prioritizing needs over wants. Small changes in spending habits can lead to significant savings.
AgriLife Extension offers flood damage, disaster information for livestock, infrastructure insurance claims The post Texas flood damage: how farmers can document losses, claim assistance appeared first on AgriLife Today.
The latest Drought Monitor, released this morning, shows small overall changes in drought across the region. There were generally some slight improvements in the southern half of the region due to recent rain and slight degradations in the northern half due to the lack of rain.
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