Real Agriculture
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Cereals Canada is receiving up to $7.3 million from the federal government for a pair of initiatives aimed at boosting the competitiveness and sustainability of Canadian cereals crops. The national grain value chain organization is receiving up to $6,660,817 through the AgriMarketing Program under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership to continue its work on increasing.
Agricultural Biodiversity
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Sorry everyone, but I totally forgot to remind you all that Jeremy would be presenting a GROW webinar on biofortification yesterday. But fear not, the recording will be up soon , and of course Jeremy interviewed one of the authors of the Global Food Security paper behind the whole thing last year. Yes, he interviewed himself, take it up with him. Anyway, there was a reply to the paper.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Real Agriculture
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Dale Cowan has seen a lot of changes in agronomy and its application over his career. Well known for his exploration of new technology, the AGRIS Co-operative agronomy strategy manager and member of the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame gets excited when he discusses the benefits digital technology is bringing to the practice of agronomy. Read More Dale Cowan has seen a lot of changes in agronomy and its application over his career.
Food Politics
OCTOBER 15, 2024
What started all this was this graph of obesity prevalence in the US from the Financial Times: The most complete account of what happened next comes from Helena Bottemiller Evich in Food Fix (a must-read for anyone interested in following the food scene): “ Have we passed peak obesity? New data sparks speculation. ” The Financial Times was the first to pick up on new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showing that the obesity rate for U.S. adults declined two percentage poi
Real Agriculture
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Thanks for tuning in to this agronomic edition of Tuesdays with Lyndsey on RealAg Radio! Host, Lyndsey Smith is joined by RealAgriculture’s in-house agronomist, Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson to discuss a number of topics including: Wheat planting and droning on seed; Corn in cold temperatures; Fall weed control and more! Also, hear a spotlight interview.
NASDA
OCTOBER 15, 2024
2025 Winter Policy Conference The commissioners, secretaries and directors of agriculture from around the nation will gather with federal agencies, congressional leaders and industry stakeholders to talk about pressing agricultural and food policy issues. Join us February 23-26, 2025! Hotel Information This year’s Winter Policy Conference will be held at the Conrad Washington, D.C.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Increased trade only strengthens economic ties between the U.S. and Cuba but also plays a crucial role in addressing food security challenges on the island, according to USA Rice.
Agriculture Informer brings together the best content for Agriculture professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
USDA's Net Farm Income data is misused and abused. Significant losses in crop agriculture are being masked by the recent boom in profitability of livestock operations.
Berkeley Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Despite the proliferation of disinformation and propaganda, elections in the U.S. are more secure and the results are more accurate than they were 20 years ago, UC Berkeley experts say. The post Public trust in U.S. elections is decreasing. But should it be? appeared first on Berkeley News.
ATTRA
OCTOBER 15, 2024
By Tammy Howard, NCAT Senior Manager With October being National Farm to School month, I was reminded of what the National Farm to School Network refers to as triple bottom line — kids win, farmers win, and communities win with Farm to School. Despite the relatively high demand of local products on school menus, there are still relatively few opportunities and resources for producers to be trained in accessing school markets.
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Photo credit: NRCS EDITOR’S NOTE: On October 9, 2024, NSAC released Stewarding Success: CSP Under the 2018 Farm Bill , a comprehensive analysis of the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) over the course of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill). The report offers an in-depth analysis of CSP’s enrollment trends, conservation practices supported, and funding impacts, including the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Livestock Outlook: Cow-calf producers generally retain the top end of their heifers as replacements and market the remainder. Should you retain more or buy more? It depends.
USDA Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
When Congress enacted the Cooperative Marketing Act of 1926 , it directed the USDA to create a range of federal services in support of producer-owned cooperatives. For nearly 100 years, USDA has gathered statistics, conducted research, provided education, and offered cooperative development to America’s agricultural cooperatives.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Faylene Whitaker becomes the first female overall winner in the 34-year history of the Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year program.
AgriLife Today
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Texas A&M AgriLife expert provides scientific explanation for the paranormal creature The post From spooky lore to science fact: Unmasking the ‘chupacabra’ appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Global Agtech Initiative
OCTOBER 15, 2024
To better support agtech innovation, there is a growing call for alternative funding models, says analyst Shane Thomas. The post Rethinking the Financing of Agtech Innovation: Is Venture Capital the Best Path Forward? appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Corn Commentary: Here is an anecdotal example of the impact a delay in plant emergence can have.
Global Agtech Initiative
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Herbicide reduction increased to 92% in pre-emergence applications, while corn and soybean farmers achieved an 84% and 82% average reduction. The post How Greeneye Technology Customers Achieved 87% Reduction in Non-Residual Herbicide Use in 2024 appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Mike Pearson takes a look at the lawsuit filed by McDonald's against multiple meat companies on accusations they colluded to inflate the price of beef.
Global Agtech Initiative
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A suite of products and services that gathers data and predicts actionable insights from farms worldwide to empower ag professionals everywhere. The post Introducing Almanac: Wisdom for Smarter, More Efficient Farming appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Civil Eats
OCTOBER 15, 2024
This is the fourth article in a five-part series about restaurants and climate-change solutions, produced in collaboration with Eater. Rifrullo Café, a cozy farm-to-table restaurant in Brookline, Massachusetts, hums with customers on a steamy July mid-morning. Patrons sip coffee on the shady sidewalk patio. Inside, people hunch over laptops or chat with friends, waiting for Turkish poached eggs with harissa-spiced eggplant or cinnamon custard French toast.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Badger View: Consider growing flowers and milkweed to support pollinators.
The Lunatic Farmer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Running errands in town this afternoon I heard on the news that tody is "National Wash Your Hands Day." Do we really need acts of Congress and government-generated press releases and video clips for a national hand washing day? I wonder how many thousands of hours of bureaucratic service got wasted on this initiative? It got me to thinking about what other nanny activities our federal government needs to promote.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Slideshow: Alex Noll harvests his best crop after “Goldilocks” growing conditions.
USDA Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15, is a time to celebrate the rich history, cultural diversity, and contributions from Hispanic communities. USDA’s Research, Education, and Economics (REE) mission area is home to over 8,000 of the world’s best and brightest minds in agricultural science, data, and innovation. This month, REE is spotlighting several brilliant colleagues who are pioneering change at USDA and within their communities.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Colo. ranchers named 2024 Commercial Producer of the Year at the National Red Angus Convention.
West Texas Livestock
OCTOBER 15, 2024
It may not seem like it now, but winter is coming. The change in seasons also brings new problems to deal with to keep your cattle performing at their best. Keeping your cattle healthy during the stress of colder winter temperatures can be a pain in the neck. It is also doable. Many different factors […] The post Winter cattle care: how to reduce stress and boost health appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Episode 26: Amid election and biosecurity discussions, Kevin Schulz shares all things hog industry with Curt and Sarah on this Shop Talk episode.
AgriLife Today
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Profits from timber harvest benefit Texas A&M Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology students The post Texas A&M Forest Service offers scholarships for future foresters appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Weather challenges growers, offering bumper corn crops, but lower soybean production.
Global Agtech Initiative
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Collaboration brings advanced AI-powered recommendations and conservation-focused services to boost farm productivity and profitability. The post Syngenta Crop Protection and Taranis Partner to Drive AI-Powered Agronomy Solutions and Business Opportunities for Ag Retailers appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Corn and wheat volume posted relatively disappointing results last week.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Vertical farming is an innovative agricultural method that allows crops to be grown in stacked layers or vertically inclined surfaces, often within controlled e
CABI
OCTOBER 15, 2024
UN Women recently published The Gender Snapshot 2024. While the report highlighted some positive developments, no indicator under SDG Goal 5, Gender Equality, has been achieved. Women comprise around 43% of the agricultural workforce in low- and middle-income countries. However, their responsibilities and capacity are too often diluted by gender inequalities.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Aquaponics is an innovative farming method that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants without soil) in a single, integrated system
Western FarmPress
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Cash flow needs are an important factor when selecting decision deadlines.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Vertical farming is an innovative agricultural practice that involves growing crops in vertically stacked layers or on vertically inclined surfaces.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
290 
Let's personalize your content