Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Iowa farmers expect to harvest a good corn crop this fall but spring germination issues will likely keep it from topping 2023 crop yields, says Nutrien Ag Solutions crop consultant Jeff Hink. In this report from the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, Hink takes a look at how growers in the state are changing.

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Kavya Organic Farm

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Harvest Responsibly : As your plants grow, harvest leaves or fruits selectively, allowing the remaining parts of the plant to continue thriving. Sustainability and Resource Conservation: The Kratky Methods aligns well with sustainable practices by minimizing water consumption and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 31, 2024

Starter fertilizer can boost early corn growth. However, its influence on boosting corn yields at harvest hinges upon several factors.

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Real Agriculture

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Lawrence Seaway shipping corridor is seasonal, and the labour dispute holding up product movement is putting serious stress on Ontario’s agriculture sector during the harvest period. An estimated $20 million per day of grain isn’t moving through the St. Lawrence Seaway after members of UNIFOR went on. Read More

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Western FarmPress

AUGUST 3, 2023

E-Corn-Omics: Fertilizer producers are scrambling to cover shrinking revenues and energy prices are on the rise. What farmers should be watching ahead of harvest.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Corn Source: Following harvest is a great time to test soil and to begin forming your 2025 soil fertility plan.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

E-Corn-Omics: Low fertilizer prices, 2024 revenue prospects and weather forecasts will remain top of mind this fall.

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Real Agriculture

AUGUST 24, 2024

Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Saskatchewan farmer Jocelyn Velestuk on the start of their harvest and her yield predictions; Nathan Phinney, president of the Canadian Cattle Association on the trilateral meeting and the rail strike impact to the beef industry; Hear a clip from a recent. Thanks for tuning into RealAg on the Weekend!

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ProAg

OCTOBER 26, 2023

All eight major fertilizer prices have increased again in the third week of October. Anhydrous has increased the most while harvest moves past the halfway point. All fertilizers prices are lower by double digits compared to this time last year, led once again by anhydrous at 43% less expensive.

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Global Agtech Initiative

JUNE 27, 2024

The initiative empowers farmers to integrate microbial fertilizers, organic matter, biological pest control, mechanized harvesting, and efficient water use to enhance soil health. The post Biome Makers Partners in Groundbreaking Sugarcane Sustainability Initiative appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Real Agriculture

APRIL 30, 2024

Host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Tyler McCann with Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute on season 2 of the Ag Policy Connection podcast; Leigh Anderson with Farm Credit Canada on a harvest equipment sales report; A clip from The Agronomists on early season. Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday with Lyndsey edition of RealAg Radio.

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Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Two Hearts, One Harvest: In a time of inflation and mediocre prices on the farm, Mike Reskovac is applying his own fertilizer, along with other changes.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 27, 2023

A community harvest, weather impact, fencing laws, family legacies and fertilizer recommendations were highlights this year.

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NASDA

AUGUST 20, 2024

There are even higher volumes that would be lost during harvest. Agricultural facilities have no viable alternative transportation options to supply Canada’s international customers and the inability to cycle products through the supply chain could limit producers’ ability to deliver harvested crops. Canola Association U.S.

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ATTRA

MAY 21, 2024

The study describes the cultural practices used in organic strawberry production and harvest, including land preparation, soil fertility and pest management, irrigation and labor needs. A ranging analysis is also included and shows potential profits or losses over a range of prices and yields.

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Civil Eats

MAY 1, 2024

This “leaky system” refers to what is not absorbed by the crops on the field, most dangerously, in this case, fertilizer. “It’s And farmers know they’re going to lose some fertilizer. Fertilizer as Poison The U.S. Fertilizer as Poison The U.S. As a consequence, they apply extra as insurance.”

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ProAg

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Retail fertilizer prices are showing different trends for the first time in 2023. The fourth week of September showed a noticeable split as some fertilizer prices fell and others rose. Three fertilizers showed lower prices including DAP at $703/ton, potash at $508/ton, and UAN28 at $353/ton. Read more on fertilizer prices here.

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The Farmers Daughter USA

APRIL 28, 2024

It’s actually not all that different from any other crop, except it takes about 18 months for it to mature for harvest. But soil quality, pest control, crop rotation, and fertilizers are all used to produce quality sod. Gordon even took us out to the field where we saw the harvester in action. So it isn’t really an issue.

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ATTRA

APRIL 15, 2024

The study describes the cultural practices used in strawberry production and harvest, including land preparation, soil fertility, and pest management, irrigation, and labor needs. Related ATTRA publication: Strawberries: Organic Production

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Sustainable Harvest International

MAY 9, 2024

At Sustainable Harvest International (SHI), we understand the challenges women rural farmers face. Designing A Women-Led Farm Sustainable Harvest International partner farmers learn how to plant agroforestry parcels and cultivate organic vegetable gardens. Growing their own food allows for food security and food sovereignty.

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Agwired

AUGUST 2, 2024

If the data review justifies any changes, NASS will publish updated planted and harvested acreage estimates in the Aug. As harvest season approaches, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is encouraging farmers to prepare by filling propane tanks early. 12, 2024, report.

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Farmbrite

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Regularly amend your soil with organic matter, such as compost or cover crops, to improve fertility. These tools help optimize planting, irrigation, and fertilization, reducing resource wastage and increasing yield accuracy.They're like the DJ and dance floor manager of your farm. Healthy soil is the foundation for healthy crops.

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Modern Farmer

AUGUST 31, 2023

In the United States, the practice was relatively common from the 1860s through the 1950s before it was replaced by synthetic fertilizers and different crop management techniques. Cover cropping is a means of increasing soil fertility without chemicals. How do cover crops work? What plants make good cover crops?

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UnderstandingAg

OCTOBER 29, 2023

The timing of winter cover crops can be difficult in the garden because of the crop diversity growing into the fall, each with different end-harvest dates. Find the low hanging fruit – Beds which are relatively clean and bare after harvest require little planning and are ready to seed. tomatoes, corn, pumpkins, or peas).

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Food Tank

JUNE 22, 2024

AlgaeProBANOS wants to help businesses sustainably harvest algae, market it, and sell it to populations. They are planning to sustainably harvest seaweed from the coast of Kvarøy, a Norwegian island to produce a plant-based seafood alternative to other snack foods. One company, Sjy , hopes to sell kelp chips to the public.

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Civil Eats

AUGUST 29, 2023

He used a conventional approach: He diligently mowed his animals’ pastures to control weeds, added lime to make the soil less acidic, and applied fertilizer to boost productivity. His vision has gotten a jump start through a partnership with Carbon Harvest.

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Civil Eats

AUGUST 21, 2024

and sovereign Indigenous nations, and grant unlimited harvests, even from private property. People of the First Light For thousands of years, the Wampanoag —the “People of the First Light”—have harvested fish for food, trade, art, and fertilizer. Wampanoag fishers, like Pocknett, are forced to shrug it off. Not just food.”

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Kavya Organic Farm

JULY 18, 2023

By following our expert tips and guidelines, you can produce an abundant harvest of these flavorful, meaty tomatoes that are perfect for salads, sandwiches, and other delectable dishes. High-quality seeds will give your tomato plants a head start, leading to vigorous growth and a bountiful harvest.

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Cropaia

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This article will guide you through the key aspects of wheat management, including planting, fertilizing, irrigating, harvesting, and crop rotation. FERTILIZATION Regular soil testing is essential to determine nutrient levels and pH. HARVESTING Harvest wheat when it reaches the optimum maturity stage.

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ATTRA

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Researchers in the United Kingdom say that, globally, more potassium is being extracted from the soil in harvests than is being added through fertilizers. They warn that potassium depletion threatens crop yields and recommend actions to address the unsustainable situation.

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Food Politics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

CHLORMEQUAT What this is: a plant growth regulator used on wheat, oats, and barley to decrease stem height, making the plants easier to harvest. Why it’s a worry: Chlormequat has been linked to reduced fertility, altered fetal growth, and delayed puberty in animals.

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Agwired

JANUARY 31, 2024

Agriculture technology innovator Terra Vera announced the launch of Brawndo TS, a portable system that utilizes the company’s proprietary biomimicry solutions for protecting crops and delivering nutrients – without harmful chemicals and synthetic fertilizers.

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ATTRA

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

According to this study, the most effective ways to reduce emissions are to utilize soil modifications for crops (biochar, compost, and rock amendments), develop agroforestry, advance sustainable seafood harvesting practices, and promote hydrogen-powered fertilizer production. Related ATTRA resource: Climate Beneficial Practices

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Food Tank

AUGUST 13, 2024

Sustainable Harvest International (SHI) is an organization working in Central America to provide technical assistance and training to rural farming families that will help them produce food in a more sustainable way. His farm is also working to reduce tillage—a practice that can lead to soil erosion. Become a member today by clicking here.

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ATTRA

JANUARY 4, 2024

Each study describes the cultural practices used for establishing, producing, and harvesting raspberries, including land preparation, soil fertility, pest management, irrigation, and labor needs. The cost study models a management scenario for a 45-acre farm, 42 acres of which are planted to raspberries.

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Civil Eats

JUNE 27, 2024

Wild seaweeds had been harvested for centuries by Indigenous peoples on both coasts, for a range of uses including insulation, medication, and fertilizer. Later, seaweeds were then harvested from the wild for agricultural fertilizers and the cosmetics industry.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 26, 2023

He found that undersowing the clover was an amazing way to get the field covered by harvest. When he needed added biomass, he experimented with undersowing Dutch white clover into early harvested crops, mowing the post-harvest crop, and then drilling rye into the clover. Send me a note at lee@ncat.org to share your ideas.

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