Real Agriculture

JANUARY 25, 2025

It was a very lofty week for live cattle futures, as February and April contracts crossed $200 per contract for the first time. Driven by tightening supplies and strong demand by consumers around the world, beef has seen exceptional price appreciation. Cash cattle markets traded above $200 average last week for the first time ever, Read More It was a very lofty week for live cattle futures, as February and April contracts crossed $200 per contract for the first time.

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NASDA

JANUARY 29, 2025

Press Release ARLINGTON, Va. NASDAs members-led Board of Directors chose five issues to serve as the organizations primary policy focus for 2025. They include the farm bill , food systems , pesticide regulations , PFAS and state cooperative agreement funding. NASDA CEO Ted McKinney remarked on the significance of these issues for 2025. NASDA members have specified these areas as necessary to work on to best support farmers, ranchers and communities nationwide, said McKinney.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

JANUARY 27, 2025

Floristic classifications and bioregionalizations are not predictors of intra-specific evolutionary patterns. You can’t use spatial structures in interspecific diversity to predict spatial structure in instraspecific diversity. Gotta do the hard work, there are no shortcuts. Intraspecific trait variability in wild plant populations predicts neither variability nor performance in a common garden.

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Food Politics

JANUARY 29, 2025

Its a big worry. From the Cleveland Clinic: Bird flu (avian influenza) Bird flu (avian influenza) is an infection from a type of influenza (flu) virus that usually spreads in birds and other animals. Sometimes, humans can get bird flu from infected animals. Like the versions of flu that people usually get, bird flu can make you severely ill. It has infected and, in the case of dairy herds and poultry flocks, mass culling: Wild birds Domestic Chickens Domestic Turkeys Domestic Ducks Dairy cattle

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 27, 2025

Theres growing evidence that cover crops have the ability to support sustainably intensified agriculture. Thats the verdict from Purdue University associate agronomy professor Dr. Shalamar Armstrong. He makes a strong case to support the claim that cover crops have the ability to help agriculture produce more crops per acre while also preserving natural resources, including Read More Theres growing evidence that cover crops have the ability to support sustainably intensified agriculture.

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Food Tank

JANUARY 27, 2025

Food Tank is rounding up 25 books about the past, present, and future of global food and agriculture systems to get you through the winter. In Chop Chop , Ozoz Sokoh celebrates Nigerian cuisine through 100 recipes. Insatiable City by Theresa McCulla explores race, power, and social status in New Orleans through the lens of food. And in The Painful Truth about Hunger in America, Mariana Chilton offers a new approach to eliminate food insecurity.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 27, 2025

Business Basics: Conflicts happen in all families, but the future of your farm may rely on how you handle them.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 28, 2025

The Canadian governments plan to inject another $300 million into its On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) over the next three years is drawing sharp criticism from the chair of the Wheat Growers Association. On Tuesday, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay formally announced the commitment to continue paying farmers an incentive to implement on-farm practices around cover Read More The Canadian governments plan to inject another $300 million into its On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) over th

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Agricultural Biodiversity

JANUARY 28, 2025

Jeremy’s latest Eat This Newsletter has a piece on Dumbarton Oaks’ Plant of the Month feature on breadfruit. And much else besides. Do have a look. In contrast to Jeremy, I myself have knowingly eaten breadfruit, in various forms. It makes pretty good chips. I’ve also blogged about it here — a lot. Breadfruits Bounty Dumbarton Oaks is a beautiful building, museum, library and garden in Washington DC and I have often linked to its Plant of the Month features.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 27, 2025

Taranis introduces Ag Assistant, powered by artificial intelligence.

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The Lunatic Farmer

JANUARY 29, 2025

This weekend I had a fantastic long conversation with a surgeon who is working with several clinics to secure land and create a comprehensive wellness-oriented medical facility in Virginia. Can't tell you more than that. The reason I'm in the mix is they want to offer a clean food dispensary (this is medical, so you can't call it a grocery store) on site so patients can find and acquire real food as part of a doctor's visit.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 27, 2025

A federal appeals court in the U.S. has sided with AGCO and Precision Planting in a long-running legal dispute with John Deere over high-speed planter patents. On Friday, Jan. 24, a judge with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit upheld an earlier U.S. District Court jury ruling, ruling in favour of AGCO Read More A federal appeals court in the U.S. has sided with AGCO and Precision Planting in a long-running legal dispute with John Deere over high-speed planter patents.

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West Texas Livestock

JANUARY 25, 2025

Replacement heifers are the backbone of a successful and profitable ranching operation. Over time, breeding stock needs to be rotated out to maintain a strong genetic pool and ensure your herd’s overall health and productivity. Plus, as cows age, they eventually reach a point where they can no longer breed, leaving gaps in your operation. […] The post How to make the smart call on replacement heifers appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 27, 2025

Next-Gen Agribusiness: Digital connectivity builds financial health on the farm.

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Berkeley Blog

JANUARY 28, 2025

Exercise is Medicine On Campus is an increasingly popular health, wellness and research initiative, providing hundreds of students consultations with coaches and mentors each year. The post When student stress levels are high, this UC Berkeley program turns to exercise as medicine appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 28, 2025

How does nitrogen leaf burn impact yield? What about leaf wetness at application? Will wet leaves mitigate the potential for damage from a nitrogen application? Those are just some of the questions University of Guelph researcher Josh Nasielski and RealAgricultures Bernard Tobin tackle on this episode of the RealAgriculture Corn School. Tobin caught up with Read More How does nitrogen leaf burn impact yield?

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pineapple Production has become a significant agricultural activity worldwide, offering a rich source of vitamin C and other nutrients. It thrives in tropical climates, requiring optimal soil, temperature, and rainfall conditions for healthy growth. This fruit’s production process involves various stages, from planting to harvesting. Successful cultivation begins with the careful selection of planting material.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 28, 2025

The meet simulates a committee meeting, where each participant is expected to discuss important agricultural issues.

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Berkeley Blog

JANUARY 28, 2025

"We remain committed to our students, staff, faculty, patients, and one another." The post UC President Michael V. Drakes message on federal funding freeze appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 29, 2025

Planting wheat this spring is a good option for farmers across the U.S. Northern Plains who are looking to manage input costs and want a durable crop that can stand up to weather stress. That advice comes from Limagrain Cereal Seeds team members Zach Thibault, based in Bozeman, Montana, and Troy Gerding from Fargo, North Read More Planting wheat this spring is a good option for farmers across the U.S.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 29, 2025

Citrus production has emerged as a significant global agricultural industry, driven by the cultivation of diverse varieties such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits. Renowned for their nutritional value, citrus fruits also play a vital role in the global economy through extensive export networks.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 27, 2025

It is the first positive HPAI detection since October and the latest in a regionwide outbreak.

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DTN

JANUARY 29, 2025

In today’s volatile fuel market, suppliers who refine their processes to best anticipate shifts and make data-driven decisions can gain a significant competitive edge. The integration of big data and predictive analytics has revolutionized the fuel supply industry, offering unprecedented insights and strategic advantages. This article explores how DTN for Fuel Suppliers suite of integrated capabilities is transforming market intelligence in the landscape of fuel supply chains.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 28, 2025

The federal governments On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is poised to run for at least another three years with $300 million in federal funding. While the dollar amount was previously known, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay formally announced the funding for the OFCAF initiative through 2027-28 on Tuesday. The fund, along with other Agriculture and Agri-Food Read More The federal governments On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is poised to run for at least another three years with $300

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 29, 2025

Mango production is a vital component of agriculture in tropical and subtropical regions, offering significant economic benefits due to the fruit’s popularity and nutritional value. Successful mango farming requires a combination of careful planning and consistent cultivation practices, including the right choice of soil, climate, and irrigation methods to ensure optimal growth and productivity.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 27, 2025

Ag Marketing IQ: Potash has the most upside risk from tariff fights. Prices for inputs could shoot up in a global markets war. Still springtime is buying time.

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Ohio State University

JANUARY 27, 2025

[COLUMBUS] Khyati Malik, a PhD candidate in the Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics at Ohio State, was awarded the Anthony Grano Fellowship Award for 2025. The award, presented by the AAEA Trust Committee and the AAEA Executive Board, is aimed to support her interest in agricultural policy and the policy formation process.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 28, 2025

The Ontario government is increasing annual funding for its Risk Management Program (RMP) from $150 million to $250 million, following an announcement at Eden, Ont. on Tuesday by Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, Rob Flack. Our government promised farmers we would continue to expand and enhance RMP, and with this historic investment, we have Read More The Ontario government is increasing annual funding for its Risk Management Program (RMP) from $150 million to $250 million, followi

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 29, 2025

Guava production has become a cornerstone of agriculture in tropical and subtropical regions, valued for its nutrient-rich fruit and growing global demand. The cultivation process demands meticulous attention to soil selection, planting techniques, and crop management to ensure optimal yields and a consistent supply of high-quality guavas.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 29, 2025

Hailee Hein has grown her orchard to 600 trees on a farm near Spickard, Mo.

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World Agri-Tech

JANUARY 29, 2025

Bonsai Robotics Secures $15 Million in Series A Funding to Advance Its Physical AI Solutions for Agriculture Applications Bonsai Robotics Inc. (Bonsai), a leading developer of physical AI solutions for agriculture applications, today announced it has raised $15 million in Series A funding. Bison Ventures led the oversubscribed round with participation from new investor, Cibus Capital, and existing investors Acre Venture Partners, Congruent Ventures, Fall Line Capital, E14 Fund, SNR and Serra Ven

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 29, 2025

Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio recorded LIVE! at the Newfoundland Federation of Agriculture Industry Symposium. Host Shaun Haney has a panel discussion on nitrogen management with: Shelly Woodworth with Cavendish Agri-Services; Dr. David Burton with Dalhousie University; and, Peter Wheat Pete Johnson with RealAgriculture.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 27, 2025

This article offers a comprehensive overview of tree crops in Nigeria, focusing on their economic, social, and cultural significance. It starts with an introduction to the definition of tree crops, distinguishing them from forest trees and highlighting examples such as oil palm, cocoa, cashew, and mango.

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Western FarmPress

JANUARY 29, 2025

Then and Now: In the late 1920s, high-quality horse harnesses were still important equipment on the farm.

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Berkeley Blog

JANUARY 27, 2025

UC Berkeley has reappointed Jennifer Chayes, founding dean of the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society (CDSS) to a second five-year term.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 29, 2025

SeedMasters new CEO says the company is focusing on providing solutions for farmers as it pushes forward with a major expansion in a tough market, with looming trade and exchange rate uncertainty. The Saskatchewan-based seeding equipment manufacturer plans to open a $10 million 6,000 square-foot expansion to its manufacturing facility at Emerald Park, Sask., this Read More SeedMasters new CEO says the company is focusing on providing solutions for farmers as it pushes forward with a major expans

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 27, 2025

The foundation of Tree crop production is actually the Nursery practices and management. Performance of the orchard or the plantation depends on the quality of nursery preparation, technique and management. This article will take you through nursery techniques and practices of the nursery husbandry in Tree crop cultivation.

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