Food Politics
JUNE 27, 2023
Last week, I attended and spoke at the UNICEF-WHO Global Congress on Implementation of the International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes at WHO headquarters in Geneva. The meeting was attended by more than 400 government, health, and advocacy representatives from more than 100 countries. Representatives of infant formula companies were not invited to participate.
Real Agriculture
JUNE 30, 2023
Strong plant stands can set a soybean crop up for big yields. But difficult spring conditions can leave soybean seedlings fighting to emerge and unable to contribute to the population levels needed to reach yield expectations. In Ontario, typically one to four per cent of the soybean acres fail to establish adequate plant stands and. Read More Strong plant stands can set a soybean crop up for big yields.
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Jayson Lusk
JUNE 20, 2023
I’m excited to announce that I will serve as the next Vice President and Dean of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University, beginning early August. It has been an honor and privilege to serve as the head of the Agricultural Economics Department at Purdue University, and I will miss my friends and colleagues in West Lafayette.
The Equation
JUNE 13, 2023
As a part of the Consolidated Appropriations Package passed in 2022, Congress directed the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) to investigate the links between human health and soil health, looking into how soil management practices that support healthy soils influence the nutritional content of foods and affect overall human health.
NASDA
JUNE 22, 2023
Letter Dear Chairs and Ranking Members, As organizations concerned about the future of food and agricultural science, the undersigned are writing to express our support for the America Grows Act of 2023 (S.1628), a bipartisan bill Senators Durbin and Moran have recently introduced that would significantly increase our nation’s investment in agricultural research and development.
Berkeley Blog
JUNE 13, 2023
We're at a fascinating 'epi-inflection point' in generative AI. There are so many valid concerns surrounding it, but if events like this, and others, help set a strong cultural orientation toward AI innovation that is ethical and responsible, there is much room for advancement that improves our lives in ways we can’t begin to fathom.
Food Politics
JUNE 23, 2023
The prolific International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems has produced another must-see report: Here’s what it’s about: Corporate influence over food system governance has become the new normal: the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit exposed the ability of multinational agri-food corporations to influence food system decision-making and dominate seemingly inclusive ‘multi-stakeholder’ processes…corporations have succeeded in convincing governments that they must be central in any discussi
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AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 29, 2023
The pest is showing up in early-season soybeans. Current numbers don't necessarily warrant treatment. But the pests can double in population in only a few days, so scouting is the only way to stay on top of them.
The Equation
JUNE 26, 2023
If you are worried about the rising cost of food, you are not alone. In the United States, approximately 1 in 10 households experience food insecurity (although research suggests it’s actually many more than that). Dramatic inflation , coupled with the premature expiration of additional dollars for those receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and new work requirements for some SNAP recipients, has led to widespread worry about hunger.
NASDA
JUNE 15, 2023
Letter Dear Chairman Sanders and Ranking Member Cassidy: We are writing to encourage the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions and Congress to quickly pass the Innovative Feed Enhancement and Economic Development (Innovative FEED) Act of 2023 (S. 1842), the legislative solution needed to modernize the regulatory approval of innovative feed ingredients for use on U.S. farms and ranches.
Global Ag Tech
JUNE 28, 2023
The solar and ag industries can work together to make significant progress towards transforming food supplies and accelerating the transition to clean energy. The post Making Sense of Agrisolar in Sustainable Agriculture and Renewable Energy appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Food Politics
JUNE 19, 2023
A member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the professional association for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, sent me this emailed announcement from Pork & Partners, a program of the National Pork Board Checkoff. The accompanying message: A Friend To All Foods + CPEUs for You! Pork & Partners is an exciting new community for RDNs, tailored to help you meet your professional needs.
Real Agriculture
JUNE 29, 2023
It’s never too early to start thinking about harvest prep, especially as fall-seeded crops race towards the finish line in mid-summer. Jim Franceschetti, product marketing manager, crop harvesting, hay & forage for CASE IH, says that starting combine prep early means avoiding too-busy service bays and techs and avoids waits for parts, too.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 28, 2023
Don’t let day-to-day farm tasks stand in your way of showing some extra gratitude to your hardworking employees.
The Equation
JUNE 20, 2023
Farmworkers face many hazards while performing the labor that props up the $1.264 trillion US food and farm economy, yet a new analysis by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) found that federal agencies focused on agriculture and health invested an average of only $16.2 million dollars per year in farmworker health research projects between fiscal years 2019 and 2022.
NASDA
JUNE 12, 2023
News Article The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources is seeking applicants for a Watershed Protection Program Administrator. The DANR Watershed Protection Program works to assess, protect, improve, restore and maintain the health of South Dakota waters by providing local government bodies, natural resource management agencies and the general public with information, funding and technical assistance for watershed assessment and restoration projects.
Berkeley Blog
JUNE 29, 2023
A researcher was granted access earlier this year by Facebook’s parent company, Meta, to incredibly potent artificial intelligence software – and leaked it to the world. As a former researcher on Meta’s civic integrity and responsible AI teams, I am terrified by what could happen next. Though Meta was violated by the leak, it came.
Food Politics
JUNE 30, 2023
Earlier this week I wrote about the UNICEF-WHO meeting I went to in Geneva on implementing the 1981 International Code governing marketing of infant formulas. UNICEF has just issued an update: What I [meaning you ] Should Know about the Code This new publication—a one-stop shopping guide to the issues—summarizes UN resolutions on the Code since 1981 as well as subsequent research on breastfeeding and infant formula marketing, most notably the Lancet Commission reports I wrote about earlier.
Real Agriculture
JUNE 29, 2023
What does it take to grow 258-bushel-per-acre wheat? On this episode of RealAgriculture’s Wheat School, Peter Johnson peppers New Zealand wheat grower Eric Watson on how he achieved that world record wheat yield in 202o. His record has since been broken but the Ashburton, New Zealand farmer is now planning another assault on the record. Read More What does it take to grow 258-bushel-per-acre wheat?
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 30, 2023
Hurricane-force winds swept from northern Missouri and Iowa all the way east to Illinois and Indiana. The derecho brought wind gusts up to 100 mph, flattening cornfields, but it also drenched soils with crucial rains.
Global Ag Tech
JUNE 30, 2023
New AI developments recently inspired researchers to examine the possibility of designing a tomato harvesting robot. The post Researchers Use ChatGPT to Design Tomato Harvesting Robot appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
NASDA
JUNE 12, 2023
News Article This article was originally published by Food Safety Magazine. The NASDA Foundation works with FDA and state agencies under a cooperative agreement to improve produce safety The U.S. has one of the safest domestic produce industries in the world due to the unique partnership between state and federal regulatory agencies. At present, 45 state agriculture departments are partnering with the U.S.
Agric4profits
JUNE 29, 2023
Fall flowers, with their captivating hues and delicate beauty, provide a breathtaking finale to the colorful tapestry of nature's yearly cycle.
Food Politics
JUNE 20, 2023
This has not been a good year for artificial sweeteners. The World Health Organization says don’t use them for weight control and don’t give them to children. The recommendation is based on the findings of a systematic review of the available evidence which suggests that use of NSS does not confer any long-term benefit in reducing body fat in adults or children.
Real Agriculture
JUNE 27, 2023
Volunteer corn or canola aren’t just a plant out of place — both can eat yield and quality, depending on the following crop. Managing volunteers benefits from several layers of cultural practices, such as harvest settings and row spacing, and a well thought-out herbicide strategy. To delve into the challenge of volunteers, this episode of. Read More Volunteer corn or canola aren’t just a plant out of place — both can eat yield and quality, depending on the following crop.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 28, 2023
A California man has shown that ghost cattle are unnecessary to create a Ponzi scheme, just ghost manure. Or, at least, ghost manure digesters.
Global Ag Tech
JUNE 28, 2023
The agencies intend to explore opportunities to improve crop performance to meet Earth and space-based goals. The post USDA, NASA Strengthen Collaboration to Advance Exploration, Science appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
NASDA
JUNE 9, 2023
Letter Dear Mr. Wise, The undersigned organizations are writing to provide comments on the implementation framework for the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) as representatives of America’s farmers, ranchers, forest owners and foresters as well as supporting organizations that share an interest in fostering voluntary market incentives for climate-smart agriculture and forestry.
DTN
JUNE 16, 2023
For employers and managers, summer is not just about welcoming college interns, onboarding seasonal workers, and juggling an influx of vacation requests; the warmer weather also means additional planning and management for outdoor work and activities. The summer of 2023 will be no different — though potentially more extreme. In April, DTN meteorologists shared during a U.S.
Food Politics
JUNE 15, 2023
I am indebted to the daily newsletter, Food Navigator Europe, for keeping me up to date on the latest developments in European food marketing. With all of the fuss at my university about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way we live, I was riveted by this article. Artificial intelligence designs soda for Swiss market: ‘We were gripped by AI fever’ Its subtitle: It took just two days for Swiss beverage company Vivi Kola to develop the artificial intelligence-designed beverage using
Real Agriculture
JUNE 27, 2023
Ontario dairy farmer and producer group leader Peggy Brekveld has been acclaimed as chair of the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC). Brekveld also serves as president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture. She replaces Paul Glenn, representing the Canadian Young Farmers Forum, who completed his 2021 to 2023 term as of June 20, 2023.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 29, 2023
Which cities have the best barbeque? The answer depends on who you ask, and two recent rankings provide different results.
Agricultural Biodiversity
JUNE 14, 2023
Gardening pioneer says “ Be as diverse as possible! “ Frank Elderson, Member of the Executive Board of the ECB and Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board of the ECB, says businesses should be as biodiverse as possible. CGIAR and FARA launch an initiative to transform agriculture in Africa but the role of biodiversity is unclear. Maybe they should embrace the Agrobiodiversity Index , now that it has won a big prize.
Jayson Lusk
JUNE 13, 2023
The May 2023 edition of our monthly Consumer Food Insights survey is now out. A few highlights: Consumer food spending is at its highest level since our survey began in January 2022. Food insecurity ticked up to 16%. There has been a decline in the length of time individuals report being on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (conditional on being in the program) Some good news: we continue to see a steady decline in the share of consumers who report not being able to find items the
Global Ag Tech
JUNE 27, 2023
Collaboration increases access to autonomous Burro robots across the U.S. The post Ag Robot Company Burro Forms New Partnership with Pacific Ag Rentals appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Food Politics
JUNE 28, 2023
Once again I am indebted to Bill Marler for keeping me informed about items related to food safety: Publisher’s Platform: The House Appropriations Committee Directs the FDA to Restructure – will it be Ignored? He points to this item on page 79 of the House Agriculture Appropriations bill. I’ve written about problems with the FDA’s oversight of food and food safety previously (see this for example ).
Real Agriculture
JUNE 26, 2023
The Do More Agriculture Foundation (Do More Ag) has launched AgTalk, powered by Togetherall. The 24/7 peer support platform will be accessible across the entire Canadian agriculture industry, equipped with bilingual clinical moderation for open discussions on mental health. Do More Ag says anyone 16 and older can connect, share, and receive support from a.
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