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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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.
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.
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 30, 2023
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss many topics, including: StatsCan acreage report; Fireworks; A lack of grocery store competition; and West Coast port workers strike and. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio!
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.
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Food Politics
JUNE 26, 2023
Oxygen nanobubbles? Oxygen in little tiny bubbles? For this gem I am indebted to an item I read in NutraIngredients-Europe: Oxygen nanobubble drink found to enhance athletic performance, study suggests A new study finds the consumption of an oxygen nanobubble beverage significantly improves the time-to-completion of maximal and submaximal exercises performed by male cyclists….
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.
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
JUNE 30, 2023
Credit: Jonathan P. Larsen/Diadem Images On June 22, the Senate Appropriations Committee approved the fiscal year (FY) 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill in what has become a rare occurrence – unanimous, bipartisan approval. The Senate’s approval of the Agriculture bill stood in stark contrast to what transpired in the House Appropriations Committee just a week earlier – an eight plus hour partisan slog that res
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.
Agric4profits
JUNE 30, 2023
This is often defined as involvement of all segments of a community in a wildlife conservation activity.
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.
Agri-tech
JUNE 30, 2023
The Norwich Bioscience Institutes (NBI): Accessible Science Event will take place on Tuesday 10th October from 10am – 12pm and 2pm – 3:15pm. Hear from world-leading researchers and support staff from four NBI Institutes in a series of seminars and flash-talks, covering subjects including plant and microbial science and diseases, genetics, human health and the vast array of diverse.
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.
Agric4profits
JUNE 29, 2023
The plots of land to acquire for the purpose of fish farming depend largely on how massive you like your farm to be.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 30, 2023
With notably smaller soybean acres, weather over the next month will be especially significant.
Agritech NZ
JUNE 28, 2023
June was a busy month with New Zealand’s National Fieldays returning to its full glory and E-Tipu/IFAMA events driving thought leadership and inspiration. The Hort Connection tradeshow was also a hive of activity in Australia. So, it’s timely to now shine light on the Northern Hemisphere where many of our Members have a market strategy or customer base.
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.
Agric4profits
JUNE 30, 2023
The most common types of fish housing are: Earthen pond, Concrete tank and Re-circulatory system.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 30, 2023
USDA released a few big surprises in the June acreage report, including a spike in corn acres and a large reduction in soybean acres. The agency also forecasts grain stocks below trade expectations.
The Farmers Daughter USA
JUNE 26, 2023
Water is absolutely vital for the survival of every living thing. Plants are no exception. The challenge for adequate water is one that plagues agriculture. While rainfall provides a natural source of moisture, its erratic nature and unpredictable patterns often fall short in meeting the needs of crops. Enter irrigation systems–a strategic and purposeful approach to supplementing nature’s offerings and ensuring the optimal growth and productivity of crops.
Real Agriculture
JUNE 26, 2023
In early November, the newest inductees into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame will stand on stage to receive recognition for their contributions to Canadian agriculture. The 2023 inductees are: Garnet Altwasser, John Bragg, Rory Francis, Marcel Groleau, Ron Helwer, Robert Irving, and Ray Robertson. “This year’s inductees come from across the country and across.
Agric4profits
JUNE 28, 2023
Fishing methods or fishing techniques are those methods for catching fish.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 30, 2023
Flattened corn can often recover, stand and produce decent yields. Soybeans can shake off a storm and flourish, but beware spider mites in the next 10 days if temperatures stay 85-plus degrees with low humidity.
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
JUNE 28, 2023
Des Moines Food Hub – Iowa. Photo credit: PJ Pasturczak Photography In the short time since its inception in 2021, the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) program has demonstrated its capacity to create economic opportunities for producers, scale regional supply chains, and deliver healthy, culturally relevant food to those in need.
Real Agriculture
JUNE 26, 2023
Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio with host Shaun Haney! We will hear an interview with Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture and the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie Claude Bibeau on the decisions made on MRLs and cosmetic pesticide use. We will also hear an interview from RealAgriculture’s Kara. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio with host Shaun Haney!
Agric4profits
JUNE 27, 2023
Commercial fish feeds are manufactured as either extruded (floating or buoyant) or pressure-pelleted (sinking) feeds.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JUNE 29, 2023
Even with rains sweeping the Northern Corn Belt last weekend, the latest drought monitor shows drought continues to spread across Illinois with D2 (Severe Drought) taking a 28-point jump in a week.
Global Ag Tech
JUNE 29, 2023
We bring you exclusive insights from our inspirational ambassadors and other women leading the way forward in ag tech. The post Voices of Women in Ag Tech: Ambassador Profile on Carolyne Vowell appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Real Agriculture
JUNE 25, 2023
A chain is only as strong as its weakest link, and when that link is part of your grain transport and storage chain at harvest, you’ve got a problem. If just one part of the process is slowing you down, it’s going to slow down your entire operation. To prevent it, look to one of.
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