Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The Canadian Agri-Business Education Foundation (CABEF) is offering seven, $2,500 scholarships to student entering or pursuing an agricultural related program at a Canadian college, university or apprenticeship (trade) institution. Canadian agriculture needs more passionate people to address the challenges of tomorrow, says Becky Parker, chair of the CABEF board of directors.
Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Surviving Neanderthal genes in modern genomes tell a story of thousands of years of interactions The post A new timeline for Neanderthal interbreeding with modern humans appeared first on Berkeley News.
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Food Politics
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Heres the announcement: The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today launched its 2024 Statistical Yearbook , offering an in-depth overview of the most significant trends shaping global agrifood systems. This years edition highlights critical challenges, including increased temperatures over land, the ongoing global struggle with food insecurity alongside increasing obesity rates, and the environmental pressures faced by agricultural production.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 9, 2024
While the initial launch of a new piece of equipment is always exciting, feedback from the farmers that use it in the field can help to make some pretty impressive improvements. In the case of Horschs Leeb VL sprayer this has meant a bigger tank, bigger booms, a bigger engine, easy to change fenders, changes Read More While the initial launch of a new piece of equipment is always exciting, feedback from the farmers that use it in the field can help to make some pretty impressive improvements.
Food Tank
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Food Tank is highlighting 20 books for young readers that will inspire them to think more deeply about food. These activity books, cookbooks, and stories celebrate diverse foodways and farming practices from across the world, uplift the power of community, and celebrate all that pollinators do for global food and farming systems. Whether you want to get your hands dirty or try a new recipe, theres something for everyone in this roundup. 1.
Civil Eats
DECEMBER 10, 2024
This story was published recently by The Bitter Southerner magazine, in print and online. In the months before Patrick Brown was born in November 1982, his father, Arthur, lay down on a road near the familys farm to prevent a caravan of yellow dump trucks from depositing toxic soil in his community. The governor of North Carolina had authorized the dumping of the soil, contaminated with polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, which had been linked to cancer, in the rural county.
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Food Tank
DECEMBER 7, 2024
This is the second part of an articles series based on based on conversations held during COP16 (Cali) and COP29 (Baku) side events by leading food system actors, who explored solutions provided by agroecology. Learn why t his fall is crucial for food systems governance as world leaders and food system actors gather to discuss solutions to biodiversity loss, climate change and land degradation.
Food Politics
DECEMBER 13, 2024
While we are on the topic of marketing to kids, Healthy Eating Research has published a major report on digital food marketing: Evidence-Based Recommendations to Mitigate Harms from Digital Food Marketing to Children Ages 2-17. Despite its importance, the report is dense, detailed, and not easy to summarize. Fortunately, I received an email with Key Messages An expert panel convened by Healthy Eating Research reviewed research and current policies on digital food marketing and developed recommen
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 11, 2024
In Episode 18 of Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with Jordan Kambeitz of Kambeitz Farms, a fifth-generation operation dating back to 1899. They tackle the realities of modern farming, from the importance of investing in team dynamics and building a strong culture to the growing demand for traceabilityconnecting Read More In Episode 18 of Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with Jordan Kambeitz of Kambeitz Farms, a fift
Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 6, 2024
For more than 60 years, UC Berkeley forestry students have traveled to the Sierra Nevada to cut Christmas trees for the community to enjoy. The post Forest fresh: Cal Forestry Club’s tree sale starts Sunday appeared first on Berkeley News.
Food Tank
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Over the last several years, agriculture has stormed onto the climate agenda. And its about time. Policymakers, donors, and investors are seeing the wisdom of investing in soil restoration, agroecology, agroforestry, and biodiversity, among other regenerative actions. And yet, what we have learned from our African colleagues is that without simultaneously investing in healthy local markets, these investments in sustainable production are likely to fall short.
Civil Eats
DECEMBER 9, 2024
At the Salton Sea State Recreation Area in Southern California, the smell of rotten eggs permeates the air. The odor is hydrogen sulfide, a gas produced by microbes in water depleted of oxygen. As the Salton Sea shrinks, the stench, which used to occur periodically, now happens regularly year-round. The impact goes beyond just a noxious smell. Community members living around the Salton Sea have reported headaches, nausea, and other issues tied to the smelly gas, according to Aydee Palomino, the
AgriLife Today
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Horticulturalists and entomologists team up to investigate insect-transmitted plant disease The post AgriLife Research leads collaboration to address zebra chip disease appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Grain Growers of Canada has announced the election of a completely new executive to lead the national grain producer organization. Tara Sawyer, a grain farmer from Acme, Alberta and chair of Alberta Grains, has been elected chair of GGC the first female to hold the role. Joining her is Scott Hepworth, a grain farmer Read More Grain Growers of Canada has announced the election of a completely new executive to lead the national grain producer organization.
Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Can there be scientific certainty in a pandemic? Ann C. Keller of UC Berkeley says no, urging the CDC to keep this in mind.
Global Agtech Initiative
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A recent Weed Technology journal article confirms opportunities to reduce herbicide applications and improve profitability with See & Spray technology in soybean. The post Machine-Vision Technology Shows Promise to Reduce Herbicide Use appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
ATTRA
DECEMBER 10, 2024
By Eddy Labus , NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist I am sure most of you have seen the pictures and heard about the damage Hurricane Helene caused in the Southern Appalachians. I am still so saddened by the many lives lost and all the property that has been destroyed. The news hasnt really shown the devastation wreaked on the farms and forests in our area.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Diversity can mean many things to many people and when it comes to a grower diversifying variety choices, the goal is to mitigate risk, push yields, and maximize profit on every acre. Trait and disease diversification are two items that Bryant Luers of LG Seeds mentions at the National Association of Farm Broadcasters convention in Read More Diversity can mean many things to many people and when it comes to a grower diversifying variety choices, the goal is to mitigate risk, push yields, and max
Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 9, 2024
By replicating the atmospheric conditions of spacecraft, researchers aim to devise strategies for mitigating fire hazards in space. The post Engineers from UC Berkeley and NASA team up to study fire in space appeared first on Berkeley News.
AgriLife Today
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Make your parties sparkle as much as your beverage with a wine scientists advice on glassware The post Why your wine glass matters and how to pick the right one appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Modern Farmer
DECEMBER 11, 2024
When Aimee Thompson graduates from Washington State University Veterinary College in May 2025, she will not be heading to a bustling city or a thriving suburban clinic like many of her peers. Instead, she will return to her roots in rural Nevada. For Thompson, this is not just a career path but a calling deeply rooted in her heritage. “I’ve always had a deep attachment to veterinary medicine.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The grain market doldrums arent a demand problem, but a production problem but that production success is cold comfort for farmers looking for a bump in crop prices to reward those extra bushels, says Jody Lawrence, founder of Strategic Trading Advisors. Farmers are and should be very proud of the great work theyve done Read More The grain market doldrums arent a demand problem, but a production problem but that production success is cold comfort for farmers looking for a bump in crop prices t
West Texas Livestock
DECEMBER 6, 2024
As winter sets in, the role of hay in keeping our livestock well-fed and healthy becomes paramount. Hay, a staple and cost-effective feed, steps in to provide the necessary nutrients when pasture grass is not an option. This year, however, the hay supply is tight across the country, prompting us to think strategically about how […] The post Surviving hay shortages: Ways for a successful winter appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.
AgriLife Today
DECEMBER 10, 2024
AgriLife Extension expert provides tips to establish and maintain fruit trees in Texas The post Proper tree planting for more fruitful results appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Modern Farmer
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Mary Oxendine grew up in Robeson County, NC, among the Lumbee people. As a child of multigenerational farmers, she grew up picking peas and butterbeans, working with her grandmother making sausages, and plucking chickens. As an adult, she worked her way up in the local governments food security program. But when her father passed, she found herself reconnecting with farmers in the fields.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Thanks for tuning in to this agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio. Host Shaun Haney is joined by RealAgricultures in-house agronomist Peter Johnson to discuss sulphur on wheat, the safety of glyphosate, cover crops, and more! Also hear from Steven Nicholson with Rabobank to discuss geopolitics and the markets. Thoughts on something we talked about Read More Thanks for tuning in to this agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio.
Global Agtech Initiative
DECEMBER 6, 2024
As part of the acquisition, Muddy Machines will rebrand Fox Robotics' logistics robot platform to Squirrel. The post Muddy Machines Acquires Key Assets and IP from Fox Robotics appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Farmbrite
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Technology is transforming many traditional industries, and farming is no exception. The term data-driven decisions is becoming increasingly common in agriculture, but how committed are farmers to using data in their everyday practices? Are they truly allowing data to influence their operations, or is it just a catchphrase thrown around by people who aren't in the agricultural industry?
AgriLife Today
DECEMBER 11, 2024
High concentration of pollen expected in the air The post Cedar fever season begins in Texas appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Real Agriculture
DECEMBER 11, 2024
The board of directors of Protein Industries Canada has named Robert Hunter as the organizations new CEO. Hunter brings more than 20 years of experience in the agriculture food sector, holding positions with Maple Leaf Foods, the Canola Council of Canada, and CropLife International. Throughout his career, Hunter has been a passionate advocate for agriculture Read More The board of directors of Protein Industries Canada has named Robert Hunter as the organizations new CEO.
Berkeley Blog
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The post UC Berkeley study uncovers the mafias role in Italys wildfire crisis appeared first on Berkeley News.
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