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Weekend reading: UNICEF policy on engagement with food and beverage companies

Food Politics

UNICEF does not want its statements to be compromised by conflicted interests with food and beverage companies that make formula or foods for children. Here’s how UNICEF will be dealing with the food and beverage interests. This publication explains just how UNICEF intends to avoid conflicts of interest with companies making products that do not promote childrens’ health.

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Tracing the spread of a map of the spread of the olive

Agricultural Biodiversity

There’s a nice map of the spread of the olive doing the rounds on Twitter. But where does it come from? As best as I can make out, the ultimate source seems to be an article on Vivid Maps. All the other maps and illustrations in the article are credited, but this one is not, so I’m thinking the author — Alex — made it him or herself, and a fine job they did too if so.

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Legacies are to be lived and not left — Dr. Mark Lyons, CEO of Alltech

Real Agriculture

Many of you run family farm businesses filled with the opportunities, challenges and satisfaction that comes with it. As businesses transition from one generation to the next, the incoming generation is faced with many internal and external expectations to be like or even better than the last generation. This is true on the farm and. Read More Many of you run family farm businesses filled with the opportunities, challenges and satisfaction that comes with it.

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New Study Shows Glyphosate Ban Would Drive Up Food Prices

AgWeb Farm Journal

A new report examines a future without glyphosate, showing if the herbicide was no longer available for farmers, the immediate impact would be costly to the economy, farmers and the environment.

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What’s up with aspartame?

Food Politics

I was deluged with interview requests last week over the rumor that the World Health Organization will soon release reports stating that the artificial sweetener aspartame is “possibly” carcinogenic. I say rumor, because the reports will not be released until July 14. According to Reuters— Exclusive: WHO’s cancer research agency to say aspartame sweetener a possible carcinogen -sources —two sources leaked the conclusion.

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Nibbles: SDG funding, GBIF RoI, Food system revitalisation, Bean Power, British baked beans, C**k beer, Access Agriculture, SCANR, Nuts, Hawaii, USDA livestock, Norway livestock, SPC, and WorldVeg genebanks, Millet ambassador, Mango orchards, Wild foods, Degraded lands, Orphan crops, PPB, Biofortification, Ugali, Variety ID, Variety definitions

Agricultural Biodiversity

I’ve been super busy at work lately, so Nibbles have accumulated. Sorry about that. Because there are is so much interesting stuff here, I’ll leave this on the front page for a few days before relegating it to the sidebar in due course as usual. The SDGs need proper long-term financing , say Prof. Jeffrey Sachs and co-authors. Maybe he’d like to have a look at the the Crop Trust’s endowment fund for SDG 2.5 ?

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Is the number of earthworms an indication of soil health?

Real Agriculture

Earthworms are not just great for fishing bait, but also an indication of soil health. Or is that actually true? The origin of this topic popped into my head as I travelled across the Prairies last week shooting agronomic videos. At a couple stops the farmers referenced earthworm populations as an indication of soil health. Read More Earthworms are not just great for fishing bait, but also an indication of soil health.

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Industry-funded study of the week: “Memphenol”

Food Politics

I learned about this one as I often do from reading NutraIngredients’ daily newsletter: RCT: Grape and blueberry extract improves cognitive health in ageing consumers. This sounds great! I went right to the article. The study: Effects of a polyphenol-rich grape and blueberry extract (Memophenol ) on cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study Adrian L.

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Red Crown Rot Reaches Illinois Soybean Fields, Suspected in Other Midwestern States

AgWeb Farm Journal

Double-digit yield losses are not uncommon. To date, 14 Illinois counties have confirmed the disease, and it's being scouted for elsewhere by seed company and Extension pathologists and agronomists.

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The Sharp Edge: Planting big acres and mitigating compaction with Cliff Horst

Real Agriculture

How do you cover acres quickly during planting season with big equipment without causing compaction and compromising yield? Cliff Horst and his brother, Dale, make it happen with a 24-row Harvest International planter and a Fendt 1038 tractor. The brothers farm in Perth County, Ont., and also operate Country Custom Ag, providing custom services to. Read More How do you cover acres quickly during planting season with big equipment without causing compaction and compromising yield?

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Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products of Watermelon Stems

Agric4profits

Watermelon stems are long, trailing vines reaching 5 m and more in length, highly branched; forming secondary side shoots which, in turn, branch out.

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Happy foodie fourth of July!

Food Politics

I’m always looking for food ideas for July 4th and thought t his one looked just about perfect. Have a happy and safe holiday! The post Happy foodie fourth of July! appeared first on Food Politics by Marion Nestle.

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Case IH 7250 Breaks 14-Year Price Record

AgWeb Farm Journal

A 28-year-old, low-hour tractor draws attention during online retirement auction.

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RealAg Radio: Tax incentives, interest rate hike, and a Beef Market Update, July 7, 2023

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Tyler McCann of Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute, and Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture, for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss many topics, including: Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute and RealAgristudies Canadian Producer survey results; Glyphosate controversy and.

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The Food Writer that was Johan Mathieson

Rachel Laudan

Sidney Mintz, the anthropologist and author of Sweetness and Power, sent Johan notes about books. Maida Heatter, cookbook author and ‘legend of desserts,’ sent him batches of cookies. John Thorne,… The post The Food Writer that was Johan Mathieson appeared first on Rachel Laudan.

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Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products of Watermelon Leaves

Agric4profits

Watermelon Leaves usually begin as small buds at the node center and then grow out until they reach their full size.

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Tarspotter App Could Help Shield Corn from a Tar Spot Invasion

AgWeb Farm Journal

“This is the earliest we’ve reported tar spot in Iowa,” says Robertson, Iowa State professor of plant pathology. She says the early detection could be due to the Tarspotter app. Here's how it works.

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Petelle and Cherewyk take on board leadership roles at the Canada Grains Council

Real Agriculture

The Canada Grains Council (CGC) is announcing new board leadership. Pierre Petelle will take the place as chair, and Greg Cherewyk as vice-chair of its board of directors. Petelle brings expertise in strategic direction and collaboration, as president and CEO of CropLife Canada. Joining the CGC as vice-chair, Cherewyk has over two decades of experience.

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Former AEDE Doctoral Student and Current Associate Professor, Dr. Khushbu Mishra was Awarded the Stenson University's Hand Award

Ohio State University

- By Miles Baker Former AEDE doctoral student and current Associate Professor of Economics at Stetson University, Khushbu Mishra , was recently awarded Stetson University’s Hand Award , a university-wide distinction for the excellence of her research. This Hand Award recognizes that excellence is to be found in innovative as well as traditional forms of scholarship; in work that contributes to the pedagogical discussion in a discipline or across disciplines as well as work that makes original co

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Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products of Watermelon Seeds

Agric4profits

Watermelon seeds are small, oval-shaped seeds that are found within the flesh of watermelon fruits.

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Grains Slide On Favorable Weather, Trying to Anticipate What USDA Will Do With Yield

AgWeb Farm Journal

Darren Frye of Water Street Solutions says grains slide on favorable weather and the anticipation of the July WASDE report and the possibility of USDA cutting yield.

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RealAg Radio: Sustainability, life without limbs, and Alltech’s new acquisition, July 5, 2023

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio, recorded at the Alltech ONE conference in Calgary, Alta. Host Shaun Haney is joined by a number of guests including motivational speaker Chris Koch as he discusses his journey through life after being born without limbs. We will also hear from the CEO of. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio, recorded at the Alltech ONE conference in Calgary, Alta.

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Organic Agriculture & Research in a Changing Climate

Organic Farming Research

This year's extreme weather events have highlighted the immediate hazards of climate change. The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) is witnessing the impact firsthand, with staff reporting historic tornadoes, hail, droughts, floods, and wildfires across the nation. Despite the urgent need for action, there is a lack of urgency in Washington, D.C. to address these issues.

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Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products of Watermelon Peduncle

Agric4profits

Watermelon peduncle, also known as the watermelon stalk, refers to the part of the watermelon plant that connects the fruit to the vine.

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Blank Space to Work of Art, Missouri Wheat Field Transitions into Unique Welcome to Taylor Swift

AgWeb Farm Journal

Precision Mazes is able to turn a blank space into a crop art masterpiece with meticulous detail. Their latest project transitioned a harvested wheat field in Missouri into a larger than life welcome to Taylor Swift.

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Poll: Do you write down goals?

Real Agriculture

Dreams need deadlines or they remain just that — dreams. Put another way, a goal without a deadline is just a dream. What’s one way to turn a goal or dream into reality? Writing it down. We broached the subject of written goals in Episode 81 of the Mind Your Farm Business Podcast.

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Applications Open for AFT’s Brighter Future Fund

American Farmland

AFT’s Brighter Future Fund applications are open and provides farm grants up to $10,000 per project to farmers.

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Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products of Watermelon Tendrils

Agric4profits

Watermelon tendrils are thin, wiry, and elongated structures that grow from the main stem or branches of a watermelon plant (Citrullus lanatus).

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Want a Slice of Nostalgia? Try Road Tripping to Andy Griffith's Real Hometown Now Known as Mayberry

AgWeb Farm Journal

Andy Griffith actually grew up in Mt. Airy, North Carolina, but many people refer to it as Mayberry. Today, visiting the North Carolina town is like stepping onto the TV set decades ago.

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Canola School: Establishing nitrogen response and efficiency curves

Real Agriculture

There’s so much to observe and learn from a well set-up trial. This growing season, we’re following a set of trials with Robert MacDonald, manager of agronomic excellence with BASF, looking at several aspects of canola production. Earlier, MacDonald dug into seeding rate and depth differences. In this episode of the Canola School, MacDonald runs.

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Professor Saskia Hogenhout elected as a member of EMBO

Agri-tech

Professor Saskia Hogenhout has been elected as a member of the prestigious European Molecular Biology Organisation (EMBO), joining a community of more than 2,000 members elected by peers in recognition of scientific excellence. Saskia, a Group Leader at the John Innes Centre, is among 69 distinguished scientists elected from more than 20 countries. “It is an honour and privilege to join EMBO’s.

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Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products of Watermelon Flesh

Agric4profits

Watermelon flesh refers to the edible, juicy, and pulpy part of a watermelon fruit.

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AGCO Gives a Peek Under the Hood: 4 Prototypes Are Previewed

AgWeb Farm Journal

Many of the machines still be developed highlight AGCO’s stated goal of providing autonomous solutions for every season in crop production by 2030.

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RealAg Radio: Managing fungicide strategies, Prairie Nutrient Removal calculator, and seed-placed fertility, July 4, 2023

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio with host Shaun Haney, brought to you by Cargill Marketsense. We will hear from Peter Johnson of RealAgriculture on night crawlers, soil health and much more! Then, we’ll hear from John Heard on the new Prairie Nutrient Removal calculator, and an interview Kelvin. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio with host Shaun Haney, brought to you by Cargill Marketsense.

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Poly-crops: Harnessing Grazing Power August 10th, 2023

RR2CS

Event Name: Poly-crops: Harnessing Grazing Power Location: Irish Creek Bison, near Elk Point, AB. (directions provided after registration) When: August 10th, 2023 from 9 AM to 4 PM Presenters: Justin Dorey of Irish Creek Bison Avery Shepherd of Sunset Bison Ranch and the Saskatchewan Bison Association Cost: $30 While regenerative agriculture can (and should) look different for every operation, many are now acknowledging its potential to help address several sustainability crises by sequester

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Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products of Watermelon Fruits

Agric4profits

Watermelon Fruits is a juicy and refreshing fruit known for its vibrant red flesh and green rind.

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USDA Shocks the Markets: Which States Shifted Planting Intentions from Soybeans to Corn?

AgWeb Farm Journal

The USDA reports provided a bullish surprise for soybeans with acreage down 4 million from the March intentions. Corn acreage was bearish coming in more than 2 million higher than March. Where did the shifts occur?

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