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Five ways to elevate your fertilizer budget and nutrient management plan

Real Agriculture

The long-term success of your farm is not only critical to your own profitability and prosperity, but it is critical to the success of the next generation on your farm. Setting up the next generation for success means creating a strong plan now and intensely managing your input costs and return on investment (ROI). During Read More The long-term success of your farm is not only critical to your own profitability and prosperity, but it is critical to the success of the next generation on your far

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PTx Trimble Wins Coveted Davidson Award for Autonomous Grain Cart

Global Agtech Initiative

The first commercially available autonomous retrofit grain cart solution has been awarded the prestigious Davidson Prize at Commodity Classic 2025 in Denver. The post PTx Trimble Wins Coveted Davidson Award for Autonomous Grain Cart appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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New Agrarian Wellness Training Program Accepting Applications

ATTRA

Quivira Coalition and AgWell (an initiative of the Rocky Mountain Farmers Union) are offering a peer-to-peer wellness training program and support network in 2025, the New Agrarian Wellness Training Program. Participants will gain the ability to recognize, understand, and address behavioral health challenges, which will then prepare them to implement supportive measures within their own networks and facilitate sessions that support their own communities.

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Sec. Rollins Meets Press at #Classic25

Agwired

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins met with about 50 members of the farm press just before an appearance at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver Sunday afternoon. Rollins has had a full schedule since being confirmed two weeks ago, appearing at the National Farm Machinery Show and meeting with farmers around the country, so her visit to Classic was arranged at the last minute to accommodate her rapidly changing travel schedule.

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Moderate rain this week

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

After a dry weekend, rain will return to the region by midweek, bringing 1-2 inches to Alabama and Georgia and half an inch to an inch to the rest of the region except for southern Florida, which will be dry again this week as it often is this time of year.

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John Deere Introduces New Planter Technologies to Maximize Efficiency

Global Agtech Initiative

New technologies give farmers an edge in getting the crop in during tight windows due to weather and other conditions. The post John Deere Introduces New Planter Technologies to Maximize Efficiency appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Report Explores Value of Rice Fields for Wildlife

ATTRA

Scientists from the University of California, Davis and Point Blue Conservation Science released a new report on behalf of the California Rice Commission, “ A Conservation Footprint for California Rice.” The report’s 13 authors identified the resource needs of key species that live among the state’s approximately 500,000 acres of rice fields, including snakes, birds, and fish.

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February showed typical La Nina climate pattern

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

The preliminary maps of temperature and precipitation for February 2025 show that the region as a whole showed a pattern that is consistent with the current La Nina that is occurring in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.

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New Holland Launches IntelliSense Sprayer Automation

Global Agtech Initiative

The full-season application automation system features seven supported modes, including live variable rate and Selective Spray applications. The post New Holland Launches IntelliSense Sprayer Automation appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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New Center to Help California Producers with Food Safety

ATTRA

The University of California, Davis is leading an effort to establish the California Center for Food Safety, to help make food safety education more accessible to growers across the state. The new center is working with Extension and non-governmental organizations like the Community Alliance with Family Farmers to reach farmers of all sizes and types with education, information, and technical assistance on food safety.

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This Week in Agribusiness: March 1, 2025

Western FarmPress

On This Week in Agribusiness, Bird Flu is at the top of importance. Max Armstrong talks with USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins about the 5 point plant to handle the crisis. Plus, what's new at John Deere and do you know your carbon intensity score? You may want to find out what it is and why it could create revenue.

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How to Manage Agriculture Like a Business

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was learned that agribusiness encompasses a whole lot of business activities related to agriculture, which spans three sectors and offers numerous business opportunities. For any business to be successful, there is a need for efficient management.

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Case IH SenseApply Offers Affordable, Versatile Sense and Act Application Technology

Global Agtech Initiative

SenseApply technology offers the most variable rate application options of any one solution on the market. The post Case IH SenseApply Offers Affordable, Versatile Sense and Act Application Technology appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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The mistakes of calf dehydration: don’t wait, act now!

West Texas Livestock

Calf dehydration is a serious problem that often sneaks up on producers. It’s easy to overlook until it becomes critical, but by then, the damage may already be done. The most common culprits are scorching summer heat and scours, both of which can strip a calf of fluids fast. The key to saving a dehydrated […] The post The mistakes of calf dehydration: don’t wait, act now!

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Tractor pulling fuels this Ohio farmer’s need for speed

Western FarmPress

Juggling farming and tractor pulling, Kevin Schmucker has spent decades fine-tuning his skills in the field and on the track.

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The Agribusiness Manager and The Management Environment

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was learned that for the effective realization of organizational objectives, it is imperative for management to undertake a number of interdependent functions. These functions help to give the firm a sense of responsibility and focus. The management of an agribusiness firm is undertaken by a manager.

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Davidson Prize Honors Top Agricultural Innovations at Commodity Classic 2025

Global Agtech Initiative

This award is a collaboration between ASABE and AEM to recognize outstanding achievements in agricultural engineering. The post Davidson Prize Honors Top Agricultural Innovations at Commodity Classic 2025 appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Happy climatological spring!

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

March 1 marks the beginning of climatological spring, which lasts through the months of March, April, and May. I for one am looking forward to longer and warmer days and more green in my yard, even though it also means more pollen. I hope you enjoy it too!

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RealAg on the Weekend: Farm succession, diversifying markets, and the value of ag trade, Mar 1, 2025

Real Agriculture

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg on the Weekend! On todays show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture Daryl Harrison on the benefits of trade; Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay on the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) discussing the value of agricultural trade between Canada and U.S.; Adam Read More Thanks for tuning in to RealAg on the Weekend!

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Functions of Agribusiness Management

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was learned that because of the need to elicit prosperity from agribusinesses, the management of agribusiness must be approached as a systematic component. For an agribusiness organization to meet its goal of profit maximization, several roles must be played by the management.

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New Non-UPF Verified food label doesn’t actually tell you much

The Farmers Daughter USA

If its not broken, dont fix it, replicate it! The Non-GMO Project is embracing this phrase to once again mislead consumers, promote false food narratives, and earn some money. It announced the launch of its newest label: Non-UPF Verified. This helpful label will let you know that a food product is free from ultra processed foods. Ostensibly, the marketing initiative claims this will aid shoppers to make healthier choices.

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Where your (ultraprocessed) food comes from

Food Environment and Reporting Network

This article was produced in collaboration with Inverse. It may not be reproduced without express permission from FERN. If you are interested in republishing or reposting this article, please contact info@thefern.org. If you want to see the birthplace of Americas ultraprocessed diet, take a drive through the upper Midwest in high summer. Before long, you’ll be hypnotized by the shimmering green blanket of corn and soybeans that fuels our industrial food system.

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Ag Minister MacAulay to retire from federal politics

Real Agriculture

Canadas agriculture minister is planning to retire from federal politics. Lawrence MacAulay has decided he will not seek the Liberal nomination in his riding of Cardigan, which he has represented for over 36 years making him the longest serving Liberal in the House of Commons. As reported, MacAulay had invited guests to a major Read More Canadas agriculture minister is planning to retire from federal politics.

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Meaning of Agribusiness Management

Agric4profits

Agriculture can be leveraged for societal progress through effective agribusiness management. As earlier noted, for agriculture to yield prosperity, it has to be managed with modern-day business ideology. In this article, we shall intimate ourselves with the meaning of agribusiness management.

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Agribusiness Management and Societal Progress

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was established that for agriculture to yield personal and societal prosperity, it must be managed like a regular business. Failure to do so will lead to poor efficiency and poor planning, eventually perpetuating the vicious cycle of poverty. Agriculture remains the bedrock of the development of many nations.

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What is Agribusiness and Why it is Important

Agric4profits

In Nigeria, agribusiness operations need adequate planning, production management, and marketing, beyond those of conventional farming systems. To properly manage an agribusiness, it is imperative to be acquainted with what constitutes an agribusiness.

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How to Manage Agribusiness Operations Effectively?

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was learned that the various definitions provided by individual authors do not address all the possible types of agribusinesses, and a more encompassing definition was noted. Agribusiness is a large and diverse sector that encompasses economic activities including culturing, processing, extracting, and distribution. Read Also:7 Medicinal Health Benefits of Daffodils… Read More » How to Manage Agribusiness Operations Effectively?

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Principles of Management in Agriculture

Agric4profits

In the last article, it was learned that for the manager to effectively discharge his duties, he needs to possess some personal qualities and understand the various elements of his operational environments. The absence of any of these will negatively affect his job performance.