Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly July has been the wettest month since October last year for Lincolnshire grower Colin Chappell, who has battled harvest rainstorms including 92mm in 16 days, and lodged winter barley. “We’ve been harvesting the winter barley for weeks now – cutting at every moment physically possible, and we’re still not finished. It’s been raining every day.
Food Politics
JULY 28, 2023
Increasingly and more urgently concerned about the effects on children of unrestricted marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages, UNICEF and WHO have produced an invaluable manual on why and how governments must act to curb such marketing. This is a follow up to the UNICEF report I talked about last week on engagement with food and beverage companies and to the WHO recommendations I posted about yesterday.
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Real Agriculture
JULY 28, 2023
Growing a new crop can be tricky for a number of different reasons. There are so many unknowns, and at the end of the day, a farmer needs to know they will make a profit off the crop. Robyne Bowness Davidson, pulse specialist at Lakeland College, has been working with lupins for 20 years. The. Read More Growing a new crop can be tricky for a number of different reasons.
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly A small seed hopper, levelling boards and a “traction control” system to improve tractor grip are some of the new options available for Pottinger’s 4m to 6m Terria tine cultivators.
Real Agriculture
JULY 28, 2023
This week’s cabinet shuffle lived up to the hype of being significant, especially for agriculture. Prior to the shuffle, I wrote about the low chance that (now former) Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau would leave Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, but that was proved to be wrong on Wednesday morning. The shocker was not only that she was.
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly A passion to impart grassland wisdom to fellow farmers and improve business resilience is driving this year’s three Farmers Weekly Grassland Manager finalists to maximise grazed grass and experiment with mixed species leys.
Real Agriculture
JULY 28, 2023
There are plenty of acres in Western Canada that are seeing significant drought stress. Much of Saskatchewan started the growing season with adequate amounts of precipitation, but then came the heat, and the taps turned off. 85 per cent of the province’s cropland and 92 per cent of hay and pasture land in Saskatchewan is. Read More There are plenty of acres in Western Canada that are seeing significant drought stress.
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Real Agriculture
JULY 28, 2023
When it comes to producing seed corn, managing pollination and effectively detasseling the crop are critical steps in maintaining genetic purity and seed quality. To get the job done, seed companies use a combination of technology and old fashioned boots on the ground to remove female tassels to ensure they get the unique hybrids they. Read More When it comes to producing seed corn, managing pollination and effectively detasseling the crop are critical steps in maintaining genetic purity and see
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly Anyone who attended the regenerative agriculture festival Groundswell last month must have been impressed by how the meeting has grown since its early days. I enjoyed this year’s event, held over two days at Lannock Manor Farm, near Hitchin in Hertfordshire.
Real Agriculture
JULY 28, 2023
In politics, often times the battle of inches is brought up. However, it may have been a battle of several hundred yards that lead to the recent federal cabinet shuffle, says Derek Robinson, founder and CEO of Mash Strategy. According to pollsters such as Abacus Data and Leger Polling, the Liberal Party of Canada is. Read More In politics, often times the battle of inches is brought up.
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly Whether it’s a legal, tax, insurance, management or land issue, Farmers Weekly’s Business Clinic experts can help. Mark Charter, head of estate management at Carter Jonas, and Gavin Smith, of the private client team at Thrings, offer advice on succession planning. See also: Business Clinic: What are the legal and tax issues on gifted barn?
Real Agriculture
JULY 28, 2023
The Canadian Grain Commission is backtracking on planned changes to wheat test weight standards after farmers and a diverse group of farm organizations raised concerns about the move. On Friday morning the CGC announced it will repeal the regulatory changes that are set to take effect on Tuesday, Aug. 1 as soon as possible. Under.
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly A government failure to step in and protect the domestic production of nitrogen fertiliser and ammonia poses a major food security risk, MPs have warned.
Real Agriculture
JULY 28, 2023
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Jeff Nielsen, a farmer from Olds, Alta, Tyler McCann with Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute (CAPI), and Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture, for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss many topics, including: The Cabinet shuffle why MacAulay? Read More Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio!
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly Hello and welcome back to This Week in Farming – your weekly update on the best Farmers Weekly content from the past seven days. Here are five of the biggest topics we’ve covered this week and a look ahead to what’s coming up in the next edition of the FW podcast.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JULY 28, 2023
Grain bins are some of the most valuable tools on the farm. While the traditional design hasn't changed that much, the technology in and around the bin continues to evolve.
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly A surge in egg imports has been seen this year, as domestic egg production has fallen and retailers, processors and the food service sector struggle to meet demand.
AgriLife Today
JULY 28, 2023
Study shows the health benefits of pecans, which can curb obesity and reduce inflammation Daily consumption of pecans can prevent obesity and a host of related health issues like fatty liver disease and diabetes, according to a collaborative study by Texas A&M AgriLife scientists. “Obesity and diabetes numbers are increasing in modern society worldwide, and.
Farmers Weekly
JULY 28, 2023
Farmers Weekly On the 25th anniversary of the NFU Cymru Wales Woman Farmer of the Year Award, this year’s prize was awarded to third-generation hill farmer Katie Rose-Davies at the Royal Welsh Show.
Kavya Organic Farm
JULY 28, 2023
When it comes to maintaining a lush and vibrant lawn, the role of fertilizers cannot be overstated. Among the plethora of fertilizers available, Milorganite stands out as a remarkable and eco-friendly option. With its unique composition, long history, and numerous benefits, Milorganite has gained popularity among homeowners and professional landscapers alike.
Rodale Institute
JULY 28, 2023
“When I think about a healthy economy for the future of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania—one that is going to create generational wealth, one that is going to create jobs, one […] The post Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro: Rodale Institute and Organic Agriculture “Key” to the Commonwealth’s Economic Growth appeared first on Rodale Institute.
Kavya Organic Farm
JULY 28, 2023
As the summer sun blazes overhead, our lawns face a myriad of challenges, from scorching heat to pesky pests and stubborn weeds. Every homeowner dreams of a vibrant and healthy summer lawn, and achieving this goal requires the right arsenal of lawn care products. Among them, Scotts SummerGuard stands out as a trusted and effective solution to combat the unique challenges of the summer season.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JULY 28, 2023
Cattle feeders held firm to higher asking prices and packers continued to wave lower bids with only a few cattle trading hands. Leverage remains in the feeder’s hand as packers must begin filling Labor Day orders soon.
Food Tank
JULY 28, 2023
During the recent U.N. Food Systems Summit Stocktaking Moment, the World Farmers Markets Coalition highlighted the role farmers markets can play in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The World Farmers Markets Coalition was launched after the first U.N. Food Systems Summit in 2021. Today, its members, which span 70 countries, point to the many possibilities that farmers markets offer.
Western FarmPress
JULY 28, 2023
Syngenta’s new seed research and development facility in northern Illinois is designed to turbocharge the research timeline, and let scientists and farmers work more closely together.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JULY 28, 2023
Crop condition ratings seemed to be in a free fall in early summer, but July’s rains and cooler temperatures sparked a rebound. The heat this week means crop conditions could be set to take another hit.
Western FarmPress
JULY 28, 2023
After 30 years in the business world, Terry returned to the family farm at age 55, only to realize this is where she was meant to be all along.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JULY 28, 2023
With the dry areas getting smaller and the wetter areas getting wetter, Jerry Gulke says the market is justified in removing weather premium from corn and soybeans.
Western FarmPress
JULY 28, 2023
Catch up on crop conditions across the country, the latest interest rate jump, legislation prohibiting foreign purchases of ag land and more!
AgWeb Farm Journal
JULY 28, 2023
China has maintained its position as the world’s largest meat importer since 2019, despite a recent decrease in imported meat volumes, according to a USDA Economic Research Service report.
Western FarmPress
JULY 28, 2023
For 10 years, Mark Abney has been seeking answers and solutions to the peanut burrower problem and other insect issues in Georgia peanuts.
Modern Farmer
JULY 28, 2023
On a hot day in Florida in 2016, Haitian tomato picker Jean Francais Alcime fell ill in the field from heat stress. His supervisor tried to help, giving him water and putting ice on his neck, and she thought he seemed better. But on the two-hour bus ride home, the worker still did not feel right, and he told the coworker next to him that he needed help.
Western FarmPress
JULY 28, 2023
Now is a good time to boost feed supplies for beef cattle, especially as drought affects the quality and quantity of what’s available.
AgWeb Farm Journal
JULY 28, 2023
AgDay TV Markets Now: John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing says corn and soybeans remove weather premium and could see more technical selling pressure after chart damage.
Global Agtech Initiative
JULY 28, 2023
Having innovations vetted, shepherded, and mentored by proven leaders with deep hands-on ag expertise helps shield farmers from that risk. The post Venture Capital Takes Risk in Ag Technology So Farmers Don’t Have To appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Western FarmPress
JULY 28, 2023
We have to learn the fundamentals in anything we want to do, in order to be successful. This includes cattle marketing.
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
JULY 28, 2023
Photo credit: Sanctuary Farms This month, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced more than $300 million in awards to 50 projects focused on increasing underserved farmers and ranchers’ access to land, markets, and capital. These projects were awarded under the Increasing Land, Capital, and Market Access (Increasing Land Access) Program (LCM).
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