This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Farm machinery sales continued to struggle in January as tariff threats and uncertainty surrounding farm support programs brought more bad news for sales of tractors and combines. According to new data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), during the first month of 2025, U.S. sales of ag tractors dropped 15.8 per cent, while sales Read More Farm machinery sales continued to struggle in January as tariff threats and uncertainty surrounding farm support programs brought more bad n
Here are two personal stories about foreign aid. Some 20 years ago when Slow Food asked me to be part of the U.S. delegation attending the International Slow Food Convivium in Turin, Italy hosted by Carlo Petrini, I went with Michael Pollan. Every time I wasn't speaking, I attended presentations by a delegation from an African country. Every single one started with something like this: "We have plenty of resources.
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times that pretty much tells the tale of the 2024 edible bean season in the Ontario and Manitoba growing areas. With a cool, windy spring, Manitoba Ag pulse and soybean specialist Dennis Lange, says he never expected to see record edible crops in Read More It was the best of times, it was the worst of times that pretty much tells the tale of the 2024 edible bean season in the Ontario and Manitoba growing areas.
Press Release ARLINGTON, Va. “The National Association of State Departments of Agriculturecongratulates the HonorableBrooke Rollins onher confirmationto lead USDA as the 33rdU.S. agriculture secretary.Rollins policy crafting experience and passion for opportunities for agriculture will contribute tangible impactsfor American farmers and ranchers and people around the globe who enjoy U.S. food products.
The advancement of technology has been a game changer when it comes to the ability to communicate, shop, pay for goods and services, and even farm. From internet access to GPS-equipped tractors and combines, online connectivity has made many tasks easier. There can be risks associated with being online, however simple steps can help enhance Read More The advancement of technology has been a game changer when it comes to the ability to communicate, shop, pay for goods and services, and even farm.
At the end of December, I received an email from Paula Johns, director of ACT Health Promotion in Brazil. Today we are celebrating the approval of the tax reform in Brazil. This Tuesday, Dec 17th, the text was approved by the National Congress!! The tax reform is a historic achievement for Brazil and we celebrate the fact that products harmful to health, such as tobacco, alcohol and sugary drinks, are included in the selective tax.
Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Corteva Biologicals! Host Shaun Haney checks in with: Mark Huston of Chatham-Kent, Ont.; Scott Douglas of Leamington, Ont.; Corey Loessin of Radisson, Sask.; and, Scott Keller of New Norway, Alta. Also hear from Corteva Biologicals product Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Corteva Biologicals!
When a farmer approaches an institutional agency with a loan proposal, the banker must be convinced of the economic viability of the proposed investment. Each investment activity differs in terms of productivity, making it essential for the banker to evaluate the proposal carefully.
When a farmer approaches an institutional agency with a loan proposal, the banker must be convinced of the economic viability of the proposed investment. Each investment activity differs in terms of productivity, making it essential for the banker to evaluate the proposal carefully.
Wetlands exist in almost every corner of the United States, representing a total area larger than the state of California. While some have federal or state protection, many do not. And despite the proximity of wetlands to many communities in this country, few people truly understand either the value wetlands hold for our way of life or the threat they face from our industrialized system of agriculture.
The role of financial institutions in light of technological advancements in agriculture lies in evolving principles of farm finance that aim to bring both commercial gains to bankers and social benefits. These principles, developed by institutional agencies, are widely recognized as the Seven Ps of Credit and hold universal validity.
Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences former student confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture The post Brooke Rollins 94 to lead U.S. Department of Agriculture appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Every farm financial manager has to assess the performance of his business, in order to act suitably. Various tools of financial analysis, viz., farm planning and budgeting, the balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, break-even analysis, etc., are available to him in this regard. These tools are presented in five segments.
CroBio secures government grant to further advance technology in soil health, water and nutrient management CroBio has announced that it has been awarded a 671,356 ($0.8M) grant in partnership with the University of York and the Biorenewables Development Centre. This funding, provided by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) Farming Innovation Programme and supported by Innovate UK, will drive the next phase of CroBios pioneering work in soil health and nutrient manageme
By all possible means, a farm financial manager has to raise the capital for running the farm business. The sources through which capital can be raised include savings generated in previous years and borrowings. For many farming households, credit (non-equity capital) is a sine-qua-non in running the farm business.
Mandigo, the University of Nebraska meat science professor credited with developing the technology for restructured meat that led to products like the McRib, passed away on Jan. 24.
As a crucial budgeting tool, the net worth statement, often referred to as the balance sheet, is essential for decision-making in farm business. It provides a snapshot of the business’s solvency, particularly in the event of liquidation.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Comment: NSAC Responds to Senate Confirmation of Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins Washington, DC, February 13, 2025 Today, the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) released the following statement attributable to Mike Lavender, NSAC Policy Director, in response to the Senate confirmation of Brooke Rollins as Secretary of Agriculture with a 7
The CattleCon 2025 Industry News Center was sponsored by Breedr , the Austin-based global leader in precision livestock technology. I interviewed Founder and CEO, Ian Wheal. He talks about how and why he got the company started. Here’s the company’s mantra: “In God we trust; everyone elsebring data,” Full Circle Beef connects independent producers across the entire beef supply chain-from cow-calf producers and seedstock ranchers to feed yards and packers-giving powerful r
FBN announced the launch of its Regenerative Agriculture Financing (RAF) Land Loan pilot program. The pilot program will provide approximately 20 farmers with discounted interest rates ranging from 0.25% to 0.5% on newly financed land for seven years. The rate discounts will be accessible for farmers who implement sustainable soil and water health practices and meet environmental criteria developed by Gradable and Environmental Defense Fund.
Wetlands exist in almost every corner of the United States, representing a total area larger than the state of California. While some have federal or state protection, many do not. And despite the proximity of wetlands to many communities in this country, few people truly understand either the value wetlands hold for our way of life or the threat they face from our industrialized system of agriculture.
Scientists from the University of Leeds analyzed soil samples from nine farms in the United Kingdom to find out how carbon storage under hedgerows compared to that found in adjacent grass fields. They found that the soil under hedges had increased carbon storage by almost half, compared to managed grassland, regardless of soil type, rock formation, and climate.
The latest Drought Monitor, released this morning, shows that drought conditions generally improved in Virginia and North Carolina this week but got worse in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. Overall, 84% of the Southeast was experiencing dry conditions or drought at the time the map was made.
NOAA’s latest global climate report for January 2025 was released today. It shows that for the globe as a whole, this was the warmest January on record for observations going back to 1880.
NOAA released the latest ENSO outlook today. It shows that La Nina is currently present as it has been for the last month, but it is weak and is expected to transition back to ENSO-neutral conditions by the March-May period.
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 5,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
248 
Let's personalize your content