Food and Farming Technology
MARCH 15, 2023
Having already deployed dozens of its retrofit autonomy kits on tractors, Agritech firm FieldIn says it plans to deploy over 100 more throughout the US in 2023. Ouster, Inc.
Jayson Lusk
MARCH 13, 2023
A couple months ago, I mentioned the new data dashboards we’ve created in the Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability (CFDAS) showing spending on different restaurants over time and across location. We are continuing to update that data and now have an associated series of infographics at our main site. Below are a few screenshots. Embed Block Add an embed URL or code.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Caff
MARCH 17, 2023
[SACRAMENTO, CA] – Assemblymember Steve Bennett (D-Ventura) has introduced AB 552 which would create a new program to increase equipment access for small and mid-scale growers. The program will increase access to necessary farm equipment for health soil practices, on-farm conservation practices, storage, and processing. The program will also offer essential technical assistance to farmers around the maintenance of tools, tool demonstrations, and developing farm cooperatives.
Agritecture Blog
MARCH 17, 2023
Credit: Phil Brinkman for WSJ. Editor’s Note: Projects such as this proposed “agri-hood” are reimagining the ways in which communities can provide access to housing and food security through frameworks of racial justice, collaborative leadership, and environmental sustainability. CONTENT SOURCED FROM THE WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL Written by: Dean Mosiman March 17, 2023 In a first for Madison and maybe the country, an investor group wants to create a new neighborhood centered on low-cost housing, f
Food and Farming Technology
MARCH 15, 2023
Canadian firm Lucent Bio is on a mission is to deliver crop nutrition to growers that increases yields whilst minimising environmental impact through carbon sequestration.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 17, 2023
In the case of our family, a trip to the local farm supply store might involve the purchase of some cattle supplies, cat food, a soda and a bag of gummy bears. At the register, the cashier asks, “Are you tax exempt”? Over the years, more often than not I’ve seen that question answered “Yes”…transaction completed…next customer. The problem is the sale likely isn’t tax exempt or at least not all of it.
Farmbrite
MARCH 16, 2023
How to Prevent and Treat Horse Fly Bites on Livestock Did you know that horse flies can cause serious injury to your livestock? If you've ever seen a horse fly bite, you'll know that it's quite painful for the animal—and these bites are more than just an annoyance. They can lead to allergic reactions, skin irritation, and secondary infections of the skin, which can lead to serious health issues.
Agriculture Informer brings together the best content for Agriculture professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Food and Farming Technology
MARCH 15, 2023
Syngenta Group has launched a global platform designed to help tackle agriculture’s most complex challenges, increase innovation and advance more sustainable agriculture.
Cropaia
MARCH 14, 2023
Soil is a complex and dynamic system that supports life on earth. It is teeming with a wide variety of organisms, each playing a unique role in maintaining soil health and fertility. From bacteria and fungi to insects, worms, and other organisms, soil is a living ecosystem that supports the growth of crops and other plants. Functions of soil organisms Soil organisms are responsible for many important functions in the soil, including decomposing and breaking down organic matter , fixing atmospher
Farmbrite
MARCH 14, 2023
How to Prepare For and Get Through GAP Certification Good agricultural practices are paramount for the health a well being of your customers. Which is the reason for farmers to get GAP certification. Mostly, the need is market-driven as most customers prefer buying certified produce to avoid illness and microbial hazards and there are some restaurants that are requiring that certification of their producers.
Agritecture Blog
MARCH 15, 2023
Credit: AeroFarms. Written by: Henry Gordon-Smith March 14, 2023 In February, I visited the new AeroFarms R&D facility, intended to bring the latest in vertical farming and indoor farming research and development to the UAE. Emulating a Hollywood premier, featuring a red carpet, dozens of photographers, VIP guests, a dramatic curtain reveal, and even a smoke machine, the farm opening was an elaborate and exciting experience for a vertical farming nerd like myself.
Food and Farming Technology
MARCH 15, 2023
Having already deployed dozens of its retrofit autonomy kits on tractors, Agritech firm FieldIn says it plans to deploy over 100 more throughout the US in 2023. Ouster, Inc.
Agritech NZ
MARCH 14, 2023
Kia Ora, We are half-way through the Agritech Industry Transformation Plan (ITP) Connect Tour and it’s been fantastic to meet so many of you in person. It’s events like this that remind me how much we all missed out on during the lockdown years and I’m thankful to be back on the road and engaging in discussion with similar, but different, clusters around the country.
OECD: Environment
MARCH 14, 2023
by Aude Farnault and Xavier Leflaive, OECD Environment Directorate As leaders prepare to gather in New York later this month at the UN 2023 Water Conference [1], the world turns its attention to the critical importance of water in the global development agenda and the essential role of finance in translating political ambitions into action on the ground.
Agritecture Blog
MARCH 14, 2023
ZipPod Container Farm Written by: Sarah Jordan March 10, 2023 Agritecture Designer recently introduced a new modeling feature: the ability to design container farms. This method of farming has many advantages for the right farmer and is a great way for smaller operations to get off the ground because of the (typically) lower CapEx involved in opening the farm.
Food and Farming Technology
MARCH 15, 2023
The post Lucent Bio wins Scale-up category in the Thrive Shell Climate – Smart Agriculture Challenge appeared first on Farming Technology Today.
RR2CS
MARCH 16, 2023
Sometimes the public’s perception of agriculture doesn’t quite fit the reality. For many, when thinking about agriculture, the farmer is often tall, broad – and let’s be honest – masculine. With the number of female farm operators increasing, you’ve got to wonder if this outdated image is about to change. You may be wondering why we’re doing an episode on women in agriculture, and how that relates to land stewardship.
Food and Farming Technology
MARCH 15, 2023
Syngenta Group has launched a global platform designed to help tackle agriculture’s most complex challenges, increase innovation and advance more sustainable agriculture.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
130 
Let's personalize your content