Real Agriculture
MARCH 6, 2024
Loralee Orr has been named as Canada Commercial Leader for Corteva Agriscience. Orr will remain based at Corteva’s Canadian head office at Calgary, Alberta, where she will lead the organization as it delivers a pipeline of new seed and crop protection solutions to Canadian farmers in the years ahead.
Food Politics
MARCH 6, 2024
This one is about activities of the National Pork Board , a USDA-sponsored checkoff program recipient (see comment at end). It comes from a reader, Lily Doher, reproduced with her permission. I receive emails from the National CACFP [Child and Adult Care Food Program] Sponsors Association and occasionally click to see what free trainings they’re offering providers.
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Real Agriculture
MARCH 6, 2024
Advanced grazing can be summed up in one word: GRASS. But we’re not talking the actual grass, we’re talking about the GRASS principles of advanced grazing. In this episode of the Farming Forward video series, Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching, explains the principle that stands for: G – Graze period R – Rest period A.
Modern Farmer
MARCH 6, 2024
“Does anyone realize we’re headed toward plastic armageddon?” That’s how Bradley Aiken of Portland, OR began his response to our call for reader questions about where their food comes from. “My weekly visits to the local farmers’ markets still find an overabundance and reliance on plastic pint containers of berries, single-use plastic bags,and straws!
Real Agriculture
MARCH 6, 2024
Before the invention of autonomous tractors all the intelligence needed to operate the machine and implements sat squarely in the tractor seat — the farmer controlled all aspects of the operation. In the case of tillage, for example, the farmer monitored the speed of the tractor and when the cultivator clogged they were there to. Read More Before the invention of autonomous tractors all the intelligence needed to operate the machine and implements sat squarely in the tractor seat — the farmer co
AgWeb Farm Journal
MARCH 6, 2024
The latest Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor projects a major drop in net farm income this year. Economists are also growing more pessimistic about the potential for interest rate cuts in 2024.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 6, 2024
Equipment manufacturers transported seven combines to the Commodity Classic at Houston, Texas last week. They came in all colours but the green machines created the biggest buzz as John Deere showcased two new S7 Series combines on the tradeshow floor. RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin was on location to report on the S7 Series combine family rollout, Read More Equipment manufacturers transported seven combines to the Commodity Classic at Houston, Texas last week.
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Real Agriculture
MARCH 6, 2024
How did March begin where you are? If it came in like a lion does it leave like a lamb? Chances are slim, as Old Wives’ Tales aren’t usually very dependable, but we’ll soon find out as wicked weather hit the west but Ontario is nearly a month ahead of the calendar. For Peter “Wheat. Read More How did March begin where you are?
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Listen to first-hand accounts from each of the 2024 High Cotton Award winners, while also catching a glimpse of their operations, families and employees.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 6, 2024
Thanks for tuning into this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Koch Agronomic Services. On this episode, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Tyler Schau with AgMarket.net on the wheat and canola markets; Bryce Geisel with Koch Ag for a spotlight interview on protecting nitrogen; Hear some Canadian Farmer Sentiment Index data. Read More Thanks for tuning into this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Koch Agronomic Services.
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
As cattle raisers continue to evaluate their livestock that survived the Texas Panhandle wildfires and no longer have grassland to graze, there are important nutrition needs to consider.
AgWeb Farm Journal
MARCH 6, 2024
The 2017 Tax Act temporarily raises estate tax exemption, impacting farm estates. If it expires, large farms with gross cash income between $1M and $5M would see the largest increase, rising from 2.8% to 7.3%.
AgriLife Today
MARCH 6, 2024
Texas A&M AgriLife researcher helps outline RNAi alternative to ‘knock out’ technology in thought piece Fast Facts: — RNA interference, RNAi, is a natural gene-silencing technology that has been used in agriculture for years, but science has only recently begun exploring how it can be deliberately applied outside of the lab. — RNAi acts as.
AgWeb Farm Journal
MARCH 6, 2024
Corn saw short covering, despite contract lows in wheat on talk of China SRW cancellations. Soybeans see Brazil harvest pressure. Cattle and hogs are consolidating. John Heinberg, Total Farm Marketing, has details.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
There are many records that you have to keep on your ruminant farm among which include; date records which will show the date the animals were purchased, the bi
AgWeb Farm Journal
MARCH 6, 2024
While USDA’s new livestock and poultry market final rule aims to address discrimination and promote competition, critics argue it could lead to excessive regulation and higher consumer prices.
Organic Farming Research
MARCH 6, 2024
(Español abajo) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE As Part of a Commitment to a More Inclusive Agricultural Community OFRF Expands Access to Spanish-Language Resources for Sustainable Farming (March 6, 2024) - The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) is pleased to announce a new, free online course in Spanish, focused on the importance of improving soil health [.
AgWeb Farm Journal
MARCH 6, 2024
Edgewood Locker got its start in rural northeast Iowa in 1966. The business now spans over three generations, and it's largely thanks to Joan Kerns who helped start the family business that's now seen phenomenal growth.
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Minnesota Minute: Soybean grower joins export council; drought management series set; crop BMPs survey mailed; New Uses Forum planned; funds to boost livestock product sales; summer beef tour in works.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
Ginkgo biloba, also known as Salisburia adiantifolia in scientific circles, is a natural extract made from the leaf of the Chinese ginkgo tree, often
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Slideshow: Farmers traveled to Houston to hear the latest ag information from commodity groups, as well as see new technology and equipment.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
Mushrooms are fascinating organisms that belong to the kingdom Fungi. Unlike plants, they lack chlorophyll, which means they cannot photosynthesize.
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Failure to report information about individuals who own or control the farm business may result in penalties.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
Some breed of cats has been referred to as the short legged cat breeds due to their nature, for instance, the Munchkin which is commonly referred to as the saus
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Experts say irrigated farmland close to your home operation may be the most desirable for purchase this year.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a natural astringent and skin care product that is frequently applied topically.
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Kansas Digest: Symphony in the Flint Hills tickets on sale; workshops help rural entrepreneurs; Greener Cattle Initiative funds research.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
Crop production (plant growth) are often affected by climatic factors like rainfall, temperature, humidity, etc.
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Mike Pearson tells us about a lawsuit filed in New York by the attorney general regarding claims made by JBS to protect the environment.
USDA Blog
MARCH 6, 2024
Think 'boots on the ground' means desert camo and squad leaders? Nope, for me, it meant swapping press releases for pest prevention in Redlands, California. As an APHIS public affairs pro, I'm used to writing articles on agriculture, but this past December 2023, I traded my computer keyboard for a GPS and became a rookie fruit fly wrangler. Buckle up, because this 21-day sprint was one for the (fruit) fly books!
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
Improved technology and loosened federal regulations have drone sellers hopeful.
AgWeb Farm Journal
MARCH 6, 2024
In today’s 2 minute drill, we zoom in on the monthly chart of May corn futures. We saw a nice pop off of the contract lows in late February, but have been stuck in a 10 1/2 cent range since then.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
Imagine strolling through a tropical paradise, with the scent of sweet pineapple wafting through the air.
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
It might not be just about the money when it comes to purchasing farm land, it might be finding the right path to it.
Agric4profits
MARCH 6, 2024
Ginger botanically known as Zingiber officinale is a blooming plant linked to cardamom and turmeric.
Western FarmPress
MARCH 6, 2024
For North Carolina corn farmers seeking secrets to achieve maximum yields in 2024, Ron Heiniger is offers just this hint this year.
AgriLife Today
MARCH 6, 2024
Webinar part of 2024 Texas Tough Plants educational series The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office in Travis County will hold a “Native Landscapes for Wildlife” webinar on March 20 as part of its continuing 2024 Texas Tough Plants series. The free webinar will be held from 10 a.m.-noon on the Zoom platform. Participants can. Read More → The post Native Landscapes for Wildlife webinar set for March 20 appeared first on AgriLife Today.
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