Food Politics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

This is industrial agriculture at a glance. Regenerative agriculture anyone? The post US industrial agriculture at a glance appeared first on Food Politics by Marion Nestle. The bottom line: 30% of harvested acres is devoted to corn, and another 30% to soybeans. These, of course, are largely genetically modified.

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Food Politics

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

I’m always interested in the USDA’s charts displaying food and agriculture statistics. Agricultural trade is particularly opaque, but here it is at a glance. This is because the US agricultural system focuses on feed for animals and fuel for automobiles. They help to clarify complicated issues. Now, we don’t. Obviously, yes.

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Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

First announced as the host city in June 2023, the Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) in Manila was officially opened this week by Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C) has named Mathieu Rouleau as executive director effective today, November 6. No stranger to the organization, Rouleau co-founded École-O-Champ, a non-profit organization dedicated to agricultural education and AITC-C’s member organization in Quebec.

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Real Agriculture

AUGUST 31, 2023

The Ontario Agriculture College (OAC), at the University of Guelph (U of G) has announced a new master’s program, focused on plant agriculture. Scheduled to start in Fall of 2024, the program — housed in the Department of Plant Agriculture — will address the demands of employers in the private and public sectors who are.

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

. ### NASDA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association which represents the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries and directors of the departments of agriculture in all 50 states and four U.S. NASDA enhances American food and agricultural communities through policy, partnerships and public engagement. territories.

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Farmers Weekly

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The “Future of Food & Agriculture: Feeding the World Sustainably” stand showcased our industry through a variety of interactive exhibits. Combine and tractor simulators offered an immersive, […] The post Agriculture careers inspire the next generation appeared first on Farmers Weekly

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Real Agriculture

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Oleta (Leta) LaRush is set to lead BASF Canada Agricultural Solutions, effective November 1, 2023. In this role, LaRush will lead Canadian operations and the Canadian Leadership Team for the agriculture division at BASF, and will join the company’s North American Leadership team. Read More

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Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

There’s also the trade relationship that exists, where plenty of products — agriculture and otherwise — flow both north and south freely. There’s also the trade relationship that exists, where plenty of products — agriculture and otherwise — flow both north and south freely. Some of where we. Read More Canada and the U.S.

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Food Politics

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The USDA announced the latest data on the US agricultural system in a press release. billion (up 16%) Farms with sales of $ 1 million or more: 105,384 (6% of all farms); they sell three-fourths of all agricultural products. It summarizes the highlights: Number of farms: 1.9 Farms with sales of $50,000 or less: 1.4

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Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In 2023, the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame (OAHF) will induct Bert Andrews, Ron Bonnett, Bill Gray, Grant Howes, Verner Toews and Tina Widowski.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

has been elected as the new president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). has been elected as the new president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). has been elected as the new president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). Drew Spoelstra, a dairy and crop farmer from Binbrook, Ont.,

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Sollio Agriculture officially opened CRF Agritech on Monday. The project was launched in 2021, after Sollio Agriculture entered a joint venture with several of its cooperatives in Québec., The new controlled-release fertilizer production plant is based at St. Thomas, Ont.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge, launched by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada this week, is a key part of the Government of Canada’s plan to tackle climate. Read More

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Fourteen winners and 11 honourable mentions of the Ontario Excellence in Agriculture program were named this past weekend during an awards ceremony held in conjunction with the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair at Toronto, Ont. “I Read More

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Farmers Weekly

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Farmers Weekly A first-of-its-kind autonomous drone course, which equips participants with practical skills for agricultural drone operations, has taken flight at a UK agricultural University. See […] The post New drone course takes flight at UK agricultural university appeared first on Farmers Weekly

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 21, 2023

DJI is getting ready to take flight with its largest agriculture drone ever for international markets. The Agras T50 has been flying in China and is set to land in North America in the near future, says DJI Agriculture’s Toby Knisely. The high payload capacity drone is capable of carrying 40 litres of liquid or 50. Read More

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Diedrah Kelly has been named as executive director of Canada’s new Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) in Manila, Philippines. Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay told RealAgriculture last month that the office will open in or around February. The IPAAO is a $31.8.

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Farmers Weekly

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Farmers Weekly Farmers Weekly will be at the New Scientist Live event in London next month to bust common myths about farming and bring agriculture to life for everyone interested in science and technology.

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NASDA

JANUARY 22, 2024

NASDA members, the state commissioners, secretaries and directors of agriculture, have chosen five issues to serve as the organization’s primary policy focus for 2024. Further, we believe these are the areas where state departments of agriculture are uniquely positioned to champion policy solutions this year,” McKinney said.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 23, 2024

Agriculture, with its demanding nature, often requires individuals to be physically and mentally prepared for challenging situations. Read More Agriculture, with its demanding nature, often requires individuals to be physically and mentally prepared for challenging situations.

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Real Agriculture

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The chair of the House of Commons’ agriculture committee has introduced a private member’s bill aimed at speeding up regulatory approvals of new seed genetics, feed products, and crop protection products for Canadian farmers. Kody Blois, Liberal MP from Nova Scotia, tabled Bill C-359 — An Act to amend the Feeds Act, the Seeds Act.

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Real Agriculture

OCTOBER 4, 2023

A new report out of RBC Royal Bank’s Climate Action Institute has outlined a nine-point plan to push Canada’s agriculture industry forward on climate-smart production and practices.

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Real Agriculture

JULY 14, 2023

In it, authors looked at the complexities of glyphosate’s impact on agriculture and outlined. The report, “A Future Without Glyphosate,” was authored by Aimpoint Research and funded by Bayer. Read More

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The agricultural industry is immensely frustrated with the challenges Bill C-234 has faced in the senate, and for good reason. Read More

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Blog The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture comprises commissioners, secretaries and directors of agriculture from all 50 states and four U.S. While responsibilities vary from state to state, all help shape agricultural policies to benefit not only farmers and ranchers, but also those who consume their products.

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NASDA

MAY 7, 2024

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) commends the subcommittee for its work in support of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. NASDA represents the Commissioners, Secretaries, and Directors of agriculture in all 50 states and 4 territories. agriculture. Agriculture Research a.

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NASDA

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This program will build upon the success of the Agricultural Trade Promotion program, which is projected to generate $6.44 NASDA enhances American food and agricultural communities through policy, partnerships and public engagement. food and agriculture exports worldwide appeared first on NASDA. territories.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

– Today at the 2023 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture annual meeting, NASDA members adopted policy to protect farmers’ right to farm. NASDA’s new policy supports laws that protect agricultural and forestry operations and facilities from nuisance lawsuits. Press Release CHEYENNE, Wyo. territories.

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Real Agriculture

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The pressure on continued acceptance of agriculture technology tools such as herbicides and breeding techniques has ripple effects here in Canada, from at home and abroad. The September ruling by the EU to maintain registration of glyphosate for 10 more years seems a positive move, but the fact that glyphosate was on the chopping block.

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Real Agriculture

OCTOBER 3, 2023

SeedMaster Manufacturing has announced a new 10-year partnership with Olds College of Agriculture and Technology that includes sponsoring seeding equipment for the Olds College Smart Farm. SeedMaster, based at Emerald Park, Sask.,

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Ohio State University

MARCH 18, 2024

The new 2022 Census of Agriculture data shows the number of farms in Ohio declined by 2.3% One number that is concerning to agricultural stakeholders in Ohio is the loss of 931,089 acres in land in farms in Ohio in the last twenty years. The question is how much of the agricultural land in Ohio was lost to development?

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USDA Blog

MARCH 14, 2024

The National Women in Agriculture Association (NWIAA) headquartered in Oklahoma City, Okla. has operated for 16 years, grown to 60 chapters, and has big goals to help underserved communities succeed in agriculture.

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USDA Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

Natural beauty, vibrant cities and diverse ecosystems make up USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service’s Northwest Region, which includes Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. With the 2022 Census of Agriculture , we discovered more about these agricultural treasures in the Northwest Region.

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Global Agtech Initiative

APRIL 21, 2024

food and agriculture sector dealt with at least 167 ransomware attacks last year, according to the leading industry group. The post The Reality of Ransomware Attacks in Agriculture appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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CalCAN

APRIL 9, 2024

Did you know, that the United States started collecting statistics on agriculture before we had a United States Department of Agriculture? In 1840 the first Census of Agriculture was tallied and in February 2024 the 2022 Census of Agriculture was The post Reflections on the 2022 Census of Agriculture appeared first on CalCAN.

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Global Agtech Initiative

MAY 7, 2024

Like drip irrigation before it, precision pollination holds transformative potential for the agriculture industry. The post Revolutionizing Agriculture Drop by Drop: From Drip Irrigation to Precision Pollination appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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