Western FarmPress
MARCH 11, 2025
The letters that pour into Prairie Farmer offices in support of Master Farmers make for the most uplifting reading editors do all year. Heres a slice of the stories they tell about the 2025 Master Farmers.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 13, 2025
The idea that tractors used in broadacre farming may have peaked in size and will someday be replaced by groups of smaller, autonomous machines has been kicking around for at least a decade. In theory, theres certainly still a case to be made for smaller machines that cost less and reduce soil compaction, while having Read More The idea that tractors used in broadacre farming may have peaked in size and will someday be replaced by groups of smaller, autonomous machines has been kicking around fo
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Food Politics
MARCH 13, 2025
Several groups under the auspices of Healthy Eating Research got together to produce this guide for kids ages 5-18. To summarize: Drink: water or milk Limit: 100% juice (too much sugar), plant-based milk alternatives (except for medical reasons), flavored milk (too much sugar) Avoid: beverages with caffeine and other stimulants, sugar-sweetened beverages, beverages with non-sugar sweeteners Resources Press Release Consensus Statement [( Spanish ) ( Vietnamese ) ( Tagalog )] Technical Report Sum
Civil Eats
MARCH 11, 2025
As I started thinking about this piece in January, wildfires had begun ravaging Los Angeles. By the time I had written it, entire neighborhoods had been wiped off the map, from fires that were among the most destructive in Californias history. While the current administration may blame woke DEI environmentalists for the blazes, science shows that the climate crisis contributed to the severity of the damage.
The Lunatic Farmer
MARCH 13, 2025
Yesterday I had the distinct privilege of hosting 20 navy and coast guard officers from 15 foreign countries attending a U.S. Coast Guard two-month international program. The U.S. Coast Guard officers in charge of this program put Polyface on their itinerary last year as an example of American agriculture ecological entrepreneurism. We had officers from Mozambique, Madagascar, Italy, Poland, Sri Lanka, Moldives, Mauritania and several other countries.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 12, 2025
Canada is being squeezed between two superpowers China and the U.S. who dont get along. The worst part is, Canada is a major exporter to both, and any semblance of positive diplomatic relationships with these countries has all but evaporated in the last few months. Where do we go from here? Carlo Dade, Read More Canada is being squeezed between two superpowers China and the U.S.
Food Politics
MARCH 11, 2025
This is a deep personal as well as professional loss. Heres the o bituary from the New York Times. which quotes me. Marion Nestle, a nutritionist and public health advocate, said that Ms. Gussow was enormously ahead of her time, adding, Every time I thought I was on to something and breaking new ground and seeing something no one had seen before, Id find out that Joan had written about it 10 years earlier.
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Agric4profits
MARCH 14, 2025
Fish disease refers to a condition in which the fish’s body is unhealthy or compromised, deviating from its normal healthy state. It is a state of discomfort or sickness that can reduce the fishs physiological activities and development.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 13, 2025
The Canadian Canola Growers Association is sounding the alarm over the fallout of Chinas tariffs on Canadian canola.The 100 per cent tariff on canola meal and canola oil (but not seed) was announced late last week and is set to take effect March 20, 2025. Rick White, president and CEO of CCGA, says that its Read More The Canadian Canola Growers Association is sounding the alarm over the fallout of Chinas tariffs on Canadian canola.The 100 per cent tariff on canola meal and canola oil (but not se
Food Politics
MARCH 10, 2025
This is a deep personal as well as professional loss. Heres the o bituary from the New York Times. which quotes me. Marion Nestle, a nutritionist and public health advocate, said that Ms. Gussow was enormously ahead of her time, adding, Every time I thought I was on to something and breaking new ground and seeing something no one had seen before, Id find out that Joan had written about it 10 years earlier.
Agricultural Biodiversity
MARCH 11, 2025
Jeremy was thrilled — thrilled I tell you — at some recent news from Irish Seed Savers Association. And, frankly, so was I. It’s all in his latest newsletter. Thrilled to see that the apple juice produced by the Irish Seed Savers Association took the Community Food Award at the Irish Food Writers Guild shindig last week. ISSA put together and looks after the National Collection of Heritage Apple Trees on its organic farm near Clare.
Agric4profits
MARCH 14, 2025
The first step when identifying an unfamiliar mammal is determining its name. For most mammals, identification down to the species level is usually possible, although closely related species may sometimes only be recognized at the genus level.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 11, 2025
The cattle market is well known for its ebbs and flows with the availability of grass, and the lamb market follows a similar pattern, though to a lesser extent. The impact of drought on the lamb market is just one thing that Angus Gidley-Baird, animal protein analyst for Rabobank out of Australia and RealAgricultures Lyndsey Read More The cattle market is well known for its ebbs and flows with the availability of grass, and the lamb market follows a similar pattern, though to a lesser extent.
ATTRA
MARCH 9, 2025
The application deadline is May 31, 2025. The AgWest New Producer Grant program provides $15,000 in start-up funds to successful applicants to support their agricultural ventures. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a full- or part-time agriculturalist with two years or less of operational experience or have plans to start an operation within two years, within AgWest’s service area (Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and portions of California, Nevada, and Arizona).
Far Eastern Agriculture
MARCH 11, 2025
Leading global specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp, recently announced that the Animal Nutrition focused plant in Waspik, has officially reduced its direct emissions (Scope 1 & 2) to report zero over 2024 In an attempt to bring down greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, Perstorp Waspik has taken several steps including replacing all fossil fuel forklift trucks with electric ones and all lighting by LED.
Agric4profits
MARCH 14, 2025
Wildlife management is the art of making land produce sustained annual crops of wild game for food and recreational purposes. It is the science and art of transforming the attributes and interactions of habitats, wild animal populations, and humans to achieve specific human goals through wildlife resources.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 11, 2025
Why does soil, sometimes, become hard as a brick? The answer is relatively straight-forward but remedying the issue is a much, much larger discussion. To begin to understand the soil dynamics and what to do about them, this episode of The Agronomists features Jodi DeJong-Hughes with the University of Minnesota and Dr. Laura Van Eerd Read More Why does soil, sometimes, become hard as a brick?
Farmbrite
MARCH 11, 2025
Are You Tracking the Wrong Data on Your Farm?As a farmer, youre well aware that successful farming relies on a wealth of data. From soil conditions to weather patterns, crop health to equipment performance, theres no shortage of information to track. However, with the increasing availability of technology and data collection tools, its easy to fall into the trap of tracking too much or the wrong data.
ATTRA
MARCH 14, 2025
In this video, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Gabriella Soto-Velez teams up with Lauren Daniels-Judge from ECHO Global Farms to explore plant propagation, focusing on two essential techniques: division and grafting. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, understanding these methods can help you expand your garden, preserve plant genetics, and boost crop productivity.
Agric4profits
MARCH 13, 2025
There are various types of property ownership in Africa, including private, common, state, and open access. Each type has its unique characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. Private Property in African Fisheries Individuals, families, or legal entities have the right to use and manage resources to the exclusion of others.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 14, 2025
The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) has secured key funding for programming just ahead of Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, March 16 to 22, 2025. CASA will receive up to $1.6 million over three years through the AgriCompetitiveness Program, a program under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. With this investment, CASA continues its important work to Read More The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) has secured key funding for programming just ahead of
Caff
MARCH 11, 2025
Harvestly, a proud Farms Together partner, is bringing the freshest veggies straight to the SLO Food Bank to nourish the community. March started off as a rollercoaster ride when news broke that Farms Together our program delivering food sourced from local farmers to food insecure communities across Californiahad been paused indefinitely. Seven days later, after many farmers raised alarm bells across California and the U.S., the program was restored.
UnderstandingAg
MARCH 14, 2025
By: Allen Williams Ph.D., Understanding Ag, LLC The 2025 grazing season is fast approaching, and it is time to prepare ourselves for a successful season. There are a number of key factors we need to consider. Lets get started. Strategic Rules of Disruption: Incorporate strategic Rules of Disruption into the grazing strategy. Key disruptions play a significant role in your ongoing progress.
Agric4profits
MARCH 14, 2025
Fisheries management refers to the rational exploitation of fisheries resources in such a way that economic benefits accrue to humans while resources are protected and conserved. It involves systematic procedures to ensure the continuous availability of fish resources. In Nigeria, fish production is mainly derived from three sub-sectors: Industrial/Commercial Fisheries, Artisanal Fisheries, and Aquaculture. 1.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 10, 2025
Risk management is by no means a new concept for farmers and people working in agriculture, but as farms become digital operations, cyber security has become a critical area of risk management. Digital business assets should be identified and protected the same way a rancher protects livestock from coyotes sniffing along the fence, says agri-food Read More Risk management is by no means a new concept for farmers and people working in agriculture, but as farms become digital operations, cyber sec
Caff
MARCH 14, 2025
CAFFs Community Based Block Grant from the CDFA Office of Farm to Fork Urban Agriculture Grant Program Awardees Californias first-ever Urban Agriculture program is housed at the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA). The grants will support the growth and sustainability of urban agriculture in cities throughout California. In the initial call for applications, the Urban Agriculture Program was oversubscribed by 570% with $11.67 million in available funding.
ProAg
MARCH 14, 2025
Compared to other federally subsidized crop insurance programs, Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) insurance is still a relatively new offering. That can leave farmers and ranchers with questions. Is PRF coverage hay insurance? How does it work? When and how are claims triggered? To help answer some of the most common PRF questions before the Dec. 1 sales closing date, we turned to three experts from the ProAg team: Travis Green, Senior District Sales Manager for the Central Region Nick Salemme, D
Agric4profits
MARCH 11, 2025
Aquatic ecosystems can be defined by water quality, water quantity, habitat, and aquatic species. Protecting the aquatic environment is achieved through the active management and regulation of activities and water uses that affect these four elements.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 9, 2025
PTx Trimbles OutRun autonomous grain cart is winning praise after becoming the first commercially available autonomous retrofit grain cart solution for farmers. At the Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado, OutRun was awarded the Davidson Prize, which recognizes breakthrough innovations in agricultural engineering that improve efficiency, sustainability and productivity.
Ohio State University
MARCH 14, 2025
The Master of Applied Economics (MAE) program recently hosted its annual industry roundtable, giving MAE students insight into the job market and helping them make important connections with industry professionals and employers as they begin their job search. This is the seventh time weve held our annual industry roundtable. It is a great opportunity to enhance the standing of the MAE program and to connect our students in the job market with major employers in Central Ohio, said Abdoul Sam , p
ATTRA
MARCH 10, 2025
A feature on National Public Radio highlighted the benefits of silvopasture , or intentional integration of trees, grass, and livestock. Advocates say wider adoption of silvopasture could help reduce deforestation in the Amazon, because it reduces the amount of land needed for cattle production. In a silvopasture system, trees can provide both dairy and beef cattle with feed and shade.
Agric4profits
MARCH 13, 2025
Several authors and groups have defined the term conservation in different ways. Three of such definitions are given in this article. Various issues related to conservation, such as conservation legislation and the constraints of implementing Agenda 21 in Nigeria, are also discussed.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 11, 2025
The day-to-day on a family ranch often means juggling many pieces in order to get the job done and to raise the chances of making a profit. The Luthi Ranch, a 6th generation family enterprise in western Wyoming, is no exception. On this episode of Ruminating with RealAg, Bryan Luthi joins host Amber Bell to Read More The day-to-day on a family ranch often means juggling many pieces in order to get the job done and to raise the chances of making a profit.
Farming First
MARCH 11, 2025
Editor’s Note: Africa significantly needs investment in agricultural innovation to drive economic growth, address unique challenges like food security and climate change and achieve sustainable development. With recent commitments of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan focusing on creating a sustainable and climate-resilient food system in the continent, African leaders […] The post Transforming Africas Agriculture Needs Substan
ATTRA
MARCH 11, 2025
In this episode of Voices from the Field , NCAT Gulf States Regional Coordinator Felicia Bell sits down with The Principal Farmer, Patrick Muhammed, of Atlanta, Georgia. Patrick is the principal of the Chattahoochee Hills Charter School, where students from kindergarten through eighth grade learn about the world through the lens of agriculture, nature, and the arts.
Agric4profits
MARCH 14, 2025
Fish perform all their bodily functions in water. Because fish are totally dependent upon water to breathe, feed, grow, excrete wastes, maintain a salt balance, and reproduce, understanding the physical and chemical qualities of water is critical to successful aquaculture. To a great extent, water determines the success or failure of an aquaculture operation.
Real Agriculture
MARCH 14, 2025
Erratic is the word of the day and the markets are responding hour-by-hour, day-to-day, and week-to-week with the news, says Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchange in this episode of the Beef Market Update. In the southern U.S., cash markets bounced back last week and have managed to hold those gains. This follows a cycle Read More Erratic is the word of the day and the markets are responding hour-by-hour, day-to-day, and week-to-week with the news, says Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchang
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