Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

There’s never a shortage of field work to be done in the fall, but fall conditions can sometimes be very unfavourable for tillage, manure, or fertilizer applications. To dig into considerations for fall field work, including compaction, nutrient losses, and cover crop success, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Curtis Cavers of AAFC, Glen Arnold… Read More There’s never a shortage of field work to be done in the fall, but fall conditions can sometimes be very unfavourable for tillage, manure, or fe

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Agricultural Biodiversity

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Well, it’s all over now, and very moving it was too. You can read about the 2024 World Food Prize laureates here , and also watch edited highlights of the ceremony. Wonderful to see Cary and Geoff — and genebanks — properly recognized. Me? I was taking pics of the agrobiodiversity.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The B.C. Maritime Employers Association served its employees with a lockout notice, effective November 5th, 8 am Pacific, after the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 514 served its own 72-hour strike notice late last week. The last contract between the employers and union members expired in March 2023. The strike/lockout includes 700 foremen based… Read More The B.C.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

USDA announced an additional $250 million in Inflation Reduction Act funding for automatic payments for distressed direct and guaranteed Farm Service Agency-loan borrowers.

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Farming Farming 128

Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Baby’s-breath, scientifically known as Gypsophila, is a delicate, airy flowering plant commonly used in floral arrangements.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Young farmer enjoys learning about agriculture and participating in family farm business.

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Berkeley Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A new study used facial recognition technology to track the amount of time actors appear on screen in more than 2,300 films. The post With the help of AI, UC Berkeley researchers confirm Hollywood is getting more diverse appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Technology 108

Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

An open letter to city voters who brave long lines and crowded polling places, while I’m out here catching up with neighbors.

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Ruralism 105

Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Carnations, scientifically known as Dianthus caryophyllus, are one of the most popular flowers worldwide due to their vibrant colors, longevity, and versatility

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Georgia directs $100 million to provide disaster relief for farmers and timber producers impacted by Hurricane Helene.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Belladonna, scientifically known as Atropa belladonna, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Solanaceae family, which also includes tomatoes

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Kansas land auctions quicken pace. Buyers seem to be putting available water at a premium.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Blazing star, scientifically known as Liatris, is a genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Corn Commentary: Don’t let down your guard against tough diseases too early. See where tar spot and southern rust made an impact late in the season.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Calla lilies, scientifically known as Zantedeschia, are elegant, trumpet-shaped flowers prized for their beauty and versatility.

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AgriLife Today

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife expert explains the importance of keeping forage as a main source of nutrition The post Why forage is the cornerstone of a working ranch horse’s diet appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Bougainvillea, scientifically known as Bougainvillea spp., is a genus of thorny ornamental vines native to South America.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Barn Spotlight: The Pentz barn in Ovid, N.Y., dates to the 1800s and has unique features.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Chrysanthemums, commonly known as mums, belong to the genus Chrysanthemum, which encompasses a wide variety of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family.

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Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The long-lasting area of interest in the western Caribbean has finally developed into Tropical Storm Rafael. It is expected to continue to develop slowly and may become a hurricane in the next day as it approaches the Cayman Islands and western Cuba.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Bindweed, scientifically known as Convolvulus, refers to a group of flowering plants in the Convolvulaceae family.

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Farming Secrets

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

What are your top strategies to reduce global warming? Before I tell you where my focus is and why I want you to consider the following. What is the main contributor to the greenhouse gas effect? What would you think if I said water vapor contributes to up to 80 % of the Greenhouse gas effect and Carbon Dioxide only 11 %?How would you approach reducing global warming if you took the perspective that Greenhouse gases are too much of a good thing in the wrong place?

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Broom, scientifically known as Cytisus spp. and Genista spp., is a group of flowering plants belonging to the legume family (Fabaceae).

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Here's how to nominate someone to be an Indiana Master Farmer in 2025.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Catkins, scientifically known as Amentiferae, refer to the flowering structures produced by several trees and shrubs, including willows (Salix), birches

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The MMPA chairman was instrumental in dairy’s response to the discovery of H5N1 in dairy cattle and efforts to modernize the Federal Milk Marketing Order.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Buckwheat, scientifically known as Fagopyrum esculentum, is a fast-growing flowering plant that belongs to the polygonaceae family.

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Farming First

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

ECOWAS has made substantial progress in promoting regional agricultural integration in nearly five decades but some challenges still remain. The post How ECOWAS Can Further Boost Regional Agricultural Trade: Lessons from Almost 50 Years of Growth, Successes, and Challenges appeared first on Farming First.

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Agric4profits

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Bugbane, known scientifically as Cimicifuga spp. (recently reclassified as Actaea spp.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

My Favorite Tractor: Ellsworth, Wis., farmer restores 1909 Case steam engine purchased in Colorado.

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Tractor 92

AgriLife Today

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

How AgriLife Extension empowered Maria Parsell to transform her lifestyle and prevent diabetes The post Education that saves lives appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Global Agtech Initiative

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Greeneye's expansion into Australia could drive adoption of its AI-powered precision spraying system in new markets. The post Greeneye’s Partnership with Croplands Shows Commitment to Global Market Expansion appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Oregon State University receives $1 million grant to study impact on emissions.

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Farming Secrets

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

This is the year to discover secrets of the soil and to savour bounty unfolding. It’s the time to get out of ruts and sink your hands and feet into new depths of knowing the earth’s endless creativity and possibilities. Whether you’re plopped on a small plot of land or plodding through too many acres, take time to ponder the wealth waiting in the ground to be found and nurtured.

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Modern Farmer

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Located on the eastern side of the San Francisco Bay sits Alameda County, where Dig Deep Farms ’ two farm sites grow rows and rows of fresh food. Dig Deep Farms is a Black-led and BIPOC nonprofit organic farming operation that serves the community with its harvests and its commitment to providing economically viable jobs and careers in farming. “Farming in America in particular, but also commercially and globally, it’s based on exploitation and making as much money for as little as you can

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Farming Secrets

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Weed, a general term for any plant growing where it is not wanted, is commonly seen growing on small farms in various locations, including among crops or grazing lands, and these weeds may hinder the growth of the other crops. While big commercial farms use herbicides for weed control, small farms depend on manual methods to remove weeds. Hence, knowing about weeds and how they can be controlled can be useful for small farmers and landowners.

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West Texas Livestock

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Minerals play a crucial role in keeping your cattle healthy, supporting everything from growth to reproduction. However, figuring out the right amount of dietary minerals for your herd is more complex than you might think. It’s not just about what your cow needs but also about the forage quality, the animal’s age, and even the […] The post Why cattle minerals matter: a simple guide for beginners appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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