Wed.Aug 21, 2024

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Railways, unions, and government playing a game of economic chicken and Canadians seem happy to pay for it

Real Agriculture

I feel like all I have talked about on RealAg Radio for the past two weeks is the potential impacts of both Canadian railways going on strike. As the minutes tick down to the August 22nd strike deadline, it’s become clear that Canadians are completely comfortable with the impacts of the threat. The comfort level.

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Nibbles: Cropscapes, Ecuador cacao, Nigerian yams, Lima bean show, Mesopotamian cooking, Nepal seed banks, RNA integrity, China genebanks, Cryo comics, Greening

Agricultural Biodiversity

The authors of book “ Moving Crops and the Scales of History ” have been awarded the Edelstein Prize 2024 for their work to “redefine historical inquiry based on the “cropscape”: the assemblage of people, places, creatures, technologies, and other elements that form around a crop.” Let’s see how many cropscapes we can come up with today.

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Government inaction on rail strike has Canada “sleep walking into a calamity”

Real Agriculture

The impacts of an impending dual rail strike are already being felt by Canada’s export-dependent industries and individual farmers, but the pain is about to get a whole lot worse for businesses and, in turn, Canadians.

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Intern reflection: Emery Mask

NASDA

My internship with NASDA this summer has been exceptional. NASDA granted me the opportunity to gain more knowledge and experience than I imagined could be offered by one internship. When I first began this internship, I was not sure what to expect, mostly because I did not realize how broad the communications field is. However after my first week, I quickly learned how much thought and effort go into all aspects of a communications position.

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Deere revamps walker combine with new T6 800

Real Agriculture

John Deere rolled into Ag In Motion at Saskatoon, Sask., last month with several machines new to Canadian soil. Parked near the manufacturer’s latest and largest C-Series air carts was Deere’s T6 800 conventional-style walker combine. In this report, Bergen Nelson, Deere’s go-to-market manager for harvesters, shares how this replacement for the T670 combine is.

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AI for tracking advertising health claims?

Food Politics

I definitely wanted to read more of this article from the newsletter, NutrIngredients-Europe : ASA targets menopause claims with AI assisted crackdown: The UK’s advertising standards authority (ASA) has warned supplement firms they must remove ads which make claims to treat or cure the symptoms of menopause, as part of a wider AI-assisted campaign….

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Wheat Pete’s Word, Aug 21: Winter canola tips, an aphid alert, tar spot risks, and incredible soybean yield

Real Agriculture

There are more than a few seeding, fertilizing, and scouting questions to wade through in this week’s Wheat Pete’s Word podcast, and that’s exactly how host Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson likes it. Before answering the top agronomy questions, though, Johnson has two reminders for all of us on being courteous and on taking care of.

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World’s first micromachine twists 2D materials at will

Berkeley Blog

The device is capable of manipulating materials that are only nanometers thick, paving the way for new quantum technologies. The post World’s first micromachine twists 2D materials at will appeared first on Berkeley News.

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In Memoriam Ammini Ramachandran

Rachel Laudan

Ammini Ramachandran passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on Friday 16th August. She was 81. Her evocative, yet meticulous accounts of the vegetarian cuisine of her native Kerala,… The post In Memoriam Ammini Ramachandran appeared first on Rachel Laudan.

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Important Considerations for Siamese Cat Names/Naming

Agric4profits

One of the breeds of cats that are most easily recognized is the Siamese cat and Siamese cat names exist due to their striking appearance and distinct personali

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Young Producers Boost Great Lakes Agriculture

USDA Blog

The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service’s (NASS) Great Lakes Region encompasses Indiana , Michigan , and Ohio – three states with a significant impact on U.S. agriculture and a healthy crop of young producers.

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Health Benefits of Paw-Paw (Papaya) Leaves for Cancer and Others

Agric4profits

It is certain that most of us are of the benefits of papaya fruit (paw-paw fruit), which contains high amounts of antioxidants, essential vitamins and minerals

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Gregg’s blue mistflower newest Texas Superstar

AgriLife Today

Native plant known as low maintenance, long-blooming, butterfly friendly The post Gregg’s blue mistflower newest Texas Superstar appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Nutritional and Health Benefits of Ostrich Eggs

Agric4profits

The weight of an ostrich egg usually ranges between 1100 and 1950 g, averaging 1600 g. An egg weighing 1522 g is 15.5 cm long, 12.

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‘Ode to Travel’ by Patrick Trefz Spotlights Photos and Recipes from Around the World

Food Tank

California-based photographer, filmmaker and writer Patrick Trefz recently released his newest book Ode to Travel. Published by Powerhouse Books, it showcases a collection of photos and recipes from 38 locations around the world, offering readers insight into Trefz’s perspective on life and exploration. Trefz structures each chapter around a single location.

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Chocolate Point Siamese Cat Breed Description and Care Guide

Agric4profits

The chocolate point Siamese is just like the majority of Siamese cats that we have long admired and want to have.

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AgTech Breakthrough Awards Recognizes Intelinair as 2024 “AgTech Data Analytics Company Of The Year”

Global Agtech Initiative

Intelinair, an ag data analytics company, today announced it has garnered “AgTech Data Analytics Company of the Year” in the 5th annual AgTech Breakthrough […] The post AgTech Breakthrough Awards Recognizes Intelinair as 2024 “AgTech Data Analytics Company Of The Year” appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Q&A: Farm Financial Strategies from Industry Expert 

Trimble Agriculture

After more than 45 years in the business, Curt Covington knows a thing or two about farm financial strategies and what it takes for an operation to succeed. When Curt Covington joined AgAmerica in 2020, he brought 42 years of experience in agricultural lending and a wealth of knowledge regarding the most successful farm financial strategies he’s seen over the years.

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AgTech Breakthrough Awards Recognizes Intelinair As 2024 ‘AgTech Data Analytics Company Of The Year’

Global Agtech Initiative

This is the second time in three years the company has been recognized with this prestigious award. The post AgTech Breakthrough Awards Recognizes Intelinair As 2024 ‘AgTech Data Analytics Company Of The Year’ appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Precision Ag News 8/21

Agwired

On Aug. 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released its final Herbicide Strategy , an unprecedented step in protecting over 900 federally endangered and threatened (listed) species from the potential impacts of herbicide, which are chemicals used to control weeds. EPA will use the strategy to identify measures to reduce the amount of herbicides exposure to these species when it registers new herbicides and when it reevaluates registered herbicides under a process called registration re

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Precision Soil Sampling: A Comprehensive Guide

Farm QA

Learn how FarmQA simplifies soil sampling and data management to make informed decisions for optimal farming outcomes.

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Intelinair Named 2024 AgTech Data Analytics Company

Agwired

Intelinair has been named “AgTech Data Analytics Company of the Year” in the 5th annual AgTech Breakthrough awards program. This is the second time in three years the company has been recognized with this prestigious award. Intelinair’s ag tech platform, AGMRI, has recently been enhanced with AGMRI Analyze – alongside its established in-season analytics suite, AGMRI Insights.

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Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program

ATTRA

First-quarter applications are due by September 30, 2024. USDA is accepting applications for loans and grants through the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program to expand access to new and better markets for rural small business owners and entrepreneurs. This program provides loans and grants to Microenterprise Development Organizations (MDOs) to either provide microloans for microenterprise startups and growth through a Rural Microloan Revolving Fund, or to provide training and technical as

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Rest in Peace Greg Henderson

Agwired

It was a very shocking and sudden notice of the passing last week of Greg Henderson, Editorial Director, Drovers at Farm Journal Media. Greg attended the Ag Media Summit where I saw him last and spent some time chatting with him and taking his picture on the stage. Post Update – From a news release from Farm Journal: Lenexa, Kan. (Aug. 21, 2024) — It is with great sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Drovers editorial director Greg Henderson on Aug. 16, 2024.

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Resilience Coordinated Agricultural Project Launches Online Group

ATTRA

The Resilience Coordinated Agricultural Project (RCAP) announced the launch of a new RCAP Facebook Group. This is a moderated public group intended to encourage education and discussion about diverse perennial circular systems. It is open to everyone. To participate, search for “Ag Resilience” or go to [link] and ask to join. The Resilience Coordinated Agricultural Project is a collaborative research, education, extension, and outreach effort aimed at improving resilience of agricult

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Canola School: Fine tuning combine settings to maximize yield

Real Agriculture

As a growing season comes to a close, farmers are eager to clear off the fields and load up the bins, but it’s important not to rush through equipment set up, as machinery settings can make a big difference in final yield if not adjusted for crop conditions. With three to four bushel per acre. Read More As a growing season comes to a close, farmers are eager to clear off the fields and load up the bins, but it’s important not to rush through equipment set up, as machinery settings ca

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Your Voice Matters: Your Role in the Packers and Stockyards Act Rulemaking

Wisconsin Farmers Union

Participating in the democratic process is an essential part of maintaining and building the country and communities we want to live in. A lot of focus is placed on exercising your vote and contacting your lawmakers - and those are very important actions to take. However, those aren’t the only places your voice is needed. Your voice can also be influential in the rulemaking process that turns laws into the policies that govern us.

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RealAg Radio: Yield expectations, market volatility, and rail strike opinions, August 21, 2024

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this special Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio’s Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! Host Shaun Haney checks in with: Charlene Wattam of Renfrew, Ont.; Ethan Wallace of Seaforth, Ont.; Wilco VanMeijl of Rapid City, Man.; and Jocelyn Velestuk of Broadview, Sask. Also hear from western agronomist. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this special Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio’s Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada!

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