Real Agriculture

MAY 16, 2024

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is not new to the venture capital space, however a shift in focus for the Crown corp will see the lender take a more direct approach to ven cap funding in agriculture. Justine Hendricks, CEO of FCC, says the move is prompted by the changing needs of the industry. Whether driven. Read More Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is not new to the venture capital space, however a shift in focus for the Crown corp will see the lender take a more direct approach to ven cap funding in agric

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Food Politics

MAY 16, 2024

I haven’t said much about cannabis edibles for a while, but here’s some of what’s happening. In the UK An ‘historic’ moment for CBD industry as UK Gov sets legal THC limit: The UK Government has finally accepted a set legal THC limit for CBD products in an ‘historic’ move that aims to bring some legal clarity to the industry, but an expert warns there are some muddied waters yet to be cleared….

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Real Agriculture

MAY 16, 2024

Winter canola fields are popping up all over Ontario. Across the province, acreage for the entire oilseed crop typically checks in around 40,000 acres, with about one third of the crop being planted in the fall, the rest being spring canola. Over the past five year years, however, winter canola has been gaining momentum in. Read More Winter canola fields are popping up all over Ontario.

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Agri-tech

MAY 16, 2024

Two leading John Innes Centre scientists have been elected as Fellows of the Royal Society. Professor Graham Moore, who is director of the John Innes Centre and Professor Saskia Hogenhout, a group leader, are among 90 exceptional researchers from across the world elected to the Fellowship of the Royal Society, the UK’s national academy of sciences. Professor Hogenhout’s group at the John Innes.

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Real Agriculture

MAY 16, 2024

Farmers across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba have access to a new risk mapping tool for assessing fusarium head blight (FHB), fusarium damaged kernels, and deoxynivalenol (DON) risk levels in spring wheat, winter wheat, barley and durum based on weather conditions. The weather-based risk is calculated using real-time weather data from more than 500 stations operated.

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Berkeley Blog

MAY 16, 2024

A new incubator on the west side of campus will provide resources and support to entrepreneurs in renewable energy and clean technology. The post Bakar ClimatEnginuity Hub: Berkeley’s new home for climate innovation appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Real Agriculture

MAY 16, 2024

Farmers waiting for a market rally and continued uptick in crop prices could be waiting a very long time. Instead, Brian Voth, founder of IntelliFarm, draws parallels between the current NBA playoffs and grain markets: grab the bounce and don’t miss the free throw, because that’s about as good as it’s going to get. In. Read More Farmers waiting for a market rally and continued uptick in crop prices could be waiting a very long time.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Ag Marketing IQ: Resting offers give 24/7 attention to your scale-up marketing orders in a time when grain prices track up in minutes and drop just as quickly.

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Berkeley Blog

MAY 16, 2024

UC Berkeley faculty are fast-tracking the development of new and creative climate solutions. The post Berkeley’s ecosystem of innovation, entrepreneurship combats climate change appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Texas and Oklahoma growers could use a rain as they prepare to plant. Texas peanut growers battle limited irrigation capacity, while Oklahoma producers depend on rain to fill the Lugert-Altus lake. One more rain could make a difference for both.

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Organic Farming Research

MAY 16, 2024

The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) is pleased to announce its five-year cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) to enhance organic agriculture businesses' access to vital conservation programs. The post OFRF Awarded USDA NRCS Cooperative Agreement to Cultivate Conservation Excellence & Empower Organic Producers Nationwide appeared first on Organic Farming Research Foundation.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Ag Marketing IQ: Will carryout limit upside opportunities or will grain production concerns provide opportunities? Short-dated options can be used to protect a price floor.

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AgriLife Today

MAY 16, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist discusses all things mosquitoes – from types to tips to protect yourself The post Mosquito season: How to control and prevent bites appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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The Lunatic Farmer

MAY 16, 2024

Nearly a decade ago we won the mandatory national Radio Frequency Animal Identification (RFID) regulation. It was pushed on the heels of the mad cow paranoia as a way to track and find diseases quickly. For you youngsters, it was a draconian measure that was incredibly prejudiced against small outfits. For example, a Tyson factory could register one RFID tag for a whole house of 20,000 chickens—one per flock.

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American Farmland

MAY 16, 2024

The post AFT Applauds New York State Budget for Dedicating Record Funds to Support a New Generation of Farmers appeared first on American Farmland Trust.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Down the Road: Archie, the world’s largest Columbian mammoth skeleton, stands more than 15 feet tall and is on display in Lincoln, Neb.

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USDA Blog

MAY 16, 2024

Studies have shown that trees benefit our mental and physical health. Spending time around trees reduces stress and anxiety, lowers blood pressure, and improves mood. Simply viewing nature from a hospital window can speed recovery time. A study by the University of Michigan also revealed that exposure to nature can alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety in young people.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Here is a look at producers and technology changing the landscape of beef production.

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West Texas Livestock

MAY 16, 2024

Maintaining your pasture during the summer is a crucial task that requires your diligent attention. In a matter of minutes, it can transition from adequate moisture to extremely dry. As a manager, your role is pivotal in preventing your pasture from suffering too much. Though I don’t know how it is where you are in […] The post Simplistic ways to improve your pasture you need to know appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

An impending cicadapocalyse has not lessened the number of fireflies in Western Tennessee.

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AgriLife Today

MAY 16, 2024

Giri Athrey says science is the best hope for infectious disease solutions at home and abroad The post Fight to eradicate malaria takes associate professor to Equatorial Guinea appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Corn Illustrated: Smoke is found to have both negative and positive impacts on a growing crop.

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Caff

MAY 16, 2024

Meet Rizpah Bellard: a trailblazer in the realm of agriculture, social justice, and entrepreneurship. With a background steeped in the traditions of a Black Angus cattle ranch and enriched by academic pursuits at Cornell University and The University of Denver, Rizpah has become a formidable force in bridging the gap between society and nature. In the heart of Northern California’s Guinda, amidst the serene landscapes of the Capay Valley, Rizpah’s journey began.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

A healthy, well-balanced foot with proper angles gives adequate support to your horse.

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CalCAN

MAY 16, 2024

Governor Newsom’s latest budget proposal for 2024-25, known as the “May Revision,” lacks critical program funding for climate smart agriculture programs – amplifying the need for a climate bond to include significant investments for a climate resilient food system. The The post Calls for a Climate Bond Increase as State Budget Deficit Threatens Investments in Climate Smart Agriculture Programs appeared first on CalCAN.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

The traditional hurricane season, which begins on June 1, may be the busiest in recent years.

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Agric4profits

MAY 16, 2024

The fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis), a vital vining plant native to West Africa, particularly Nigeria, boasts not only delicious and nutritious leaves b

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Day 2 of the Wheat Tour brought Kansas Farmer to Caldwell, Kan., at the Tim Turek farm along the Yellow Route.

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Agric4profits

MAY 16, 2024

Within the intricate dance of life played out by the fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis), a seemingly unremarkable structure plays a crucial role – the se

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

The Axial-Flow 260 Series will feature three new models with some subscription-free technology.

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Berkeley Blog

MAY 16, 2024

UC Berkeley faculty are fast-tracking the development of new and creative climate solutions. The post Berkeley’s ecosystem of innovation, entrepreneurship combats climate change appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Soybean Watch: Do you have enough plants for top yields, or should you take action?

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Berkeley Blog

MAY 16, 2024

A new incubator on the west side of campus will provide resources and support to entrepreneurs in renewable energy and clean technology. The post Bakar ClimatEnginuity Hub: Berkeley’s new home for climate innovation appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Mike Pearson takes a look at agriculture protests and how they have now broken out in Warsaw, Poland.

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Farm Credit of Southern Colorado

MAY 16, 2024

Dear Customer Owners, Happy May! I hope this email finds you all doing well and getting into the full swing of Spring farm and ranch activities. I believe much of our territory has experienced heavy winds over these past few weeks and I sincerely hope we see that subside and we will be hoping for ample moisture as your crops and pastures grow this year.

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Western FarmPress

MAY 16, 2024

Do you know someone who should be named a Prairie Farmer Master Farmer next year? Here’s how you can nominate them.

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

MAY 16, 2024

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center issued their latest seasonal outlooks for this summer today. It shows that both temperature and precipitation are expected to be above normal for the June through August period. As a result, they are also predicting that the drought in Florida is likely to be removed later this year.

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