Soybean stand dilemma: Leave it, replant or add more seed?
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
Soybean Watch: A farmer faces a decision on a stand of 90,000 plants per acre. Experts weigh in on the best course of action.
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Reasons why Garden Egg Fruit is good for you
Agric4profits
MAY 16, 2025
Garden egg or Eggplant is an economic flowering plant. Garden eggs are found throughout Nigeria as well as some other major parts of the world and cultivated domestically. Garden egg otherwise known as Eggplant, aubergine or brinjal is a plant species in the nightshade family Solanaceae. Solanum melongena is grown worldwide for its edible fruit.
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Keep it clean: Practical power washing safety tips
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
For the Health of It: Power washing is a crucial operation for herd health. Following these tips will help keep animals healthy and farmers safe.
Approaches to Biodiversity Management in Agriculture
Agric4profits
MAY 16, 2025
The concept of biodiversity, particularly its definitions and benefits to humans and natural endowments, has been discussed. Emphasis has also been placed on the effective management of bio-resources with many strategies employed. In this article, efforts are further stressed on the approaches that are being adopted to control and manage biodiversity.
It’s about the safe pesticides farmers need
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
Landmark Georgia legislation SB 144 leads a nationwide effort to protect farmers' access to EPA-approved pesticides and the nation's access to food.
Germplasm Appropriation and Its Management in Agriculture
Agric4profits
MAY 16, 2025
In this article, the focus is on germplasm appropriation. An appropriation may be defined as an act of taking something that belongs to someone else, especially without permission. The content explains how farmers rights to genetic resources are often usurped.
North Dakota farm income dips in 2024 despite strong crop yields, livestock gains
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
Bottom Line: Farmers averaged net farm income of $118,688 last year.
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Reasons why Bitter Kola is good for you (Benefits of Bitter Kola)
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Bitter kola (Garcinia kola) as widely called is a type of nut mostly found in several parts of Nigeria and other major parts of the world. Due to the numerous uses of bitter kola, the demand for the bitter kola nuts is always high.
Hurricane relief key to farm income up tick
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Aid for economic, weather-related disaster assistance pauses two-year slide in Arkansas net farm income.
Forest Biotechnology and Conservation in Agriculture
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MAY 16, 2025
There is significant social and ecological value in conserving larger areas of biodiversity-rich natural forests and in reducing economic demands on those forests by increasing yields from the planted forests. This suggests that total value in plantations is not simply a financial equation.
Cut, cure, succeed: Michigan dairy masters formula for elite feed
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MAY 16, 2025
Sand Creek Dairy focuses on producing top-quality forage and silage to maximize milk production efficiency.
Scope and Historical Sketches of Landscaping in Agriculture
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MAY 16, 2025
A landscape is the visible features of an area of land, its landforms, and how they integrate with natural or man-made features. Landscaping is the art and science of developing the outdoor environment using soft landscaping (e.g. ornamental plants) and hardscapes (e.g. non-plant objects) components to serve the needs and desires of people.
Help FAO celebrate PGRFA management
Agricultural Biodiversity
MAY 16, 2025
To commemorate its 80th anniversary, FAO plans to recognize some of these outstanding best practices and innovative approaches in sustainable plant production and protection, which have occurred in the last 40 years. And among the technical areas being considered is — wait for it… “Management of crop germplasm, including collecting, conservation, characterization, evaluation, documentation, and distribution of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture”!
Biodiversity on the Farm in Sustainable Agriculture
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MAY 16, 2025
A major tenet of sustainable agriculture is to mimic diversity that is commonly found in natural ecosystems but may be lost in agricultural terrain. Biodiversity refers to the variety of plants, animals, and microorganisms above and below the soil that interact within an ecosystem. Plants and animals are consistently integrated into diverse landscapes.
Open call for applications to an international course on Sustainable Food Production
Agricultural Biodiversity
MAY 16, 2025
We are pleased to announce the international course on Sustainable Food Production. It will be hosted at the Ettore Majorana Foundation and Centre for Scientific Culture in Erice (Italy), July 10th 15th, 2025, as part of the 5th International School of Materials for Sustainable Development and Energy. The Ettore Majorana Schools are prestigious and attract outstanding instructors and students from around the world.
Bio-Resource Management In Agriculture
Agric4profits
MAY 16, 2025
In this article, attention will be drawn to bio-resource management and how it is practiced in Nigeria. The countrys projections and constraints to management will be considered.
Fierce hail, hard rain destroy corn in seconds
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
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Meaning and Importance of Biological Diversity in Agriculture
Agric4profits
MAY 16, 2025
Biodiversity refers to the wide variety of ecosystems and living organisms: animals, plants, their habitats, and their genes. It is crucial for the functioning of ecosystems that provide products and services essential for life. Biodiversity is present everywhere. The breadth of the concept of biodiversity reflects the interrelationship of genes, species, and ecosystems.
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Agricultural Biodiversity
MAY 16, 2025
All of IFAD’s 5 investments that will help nourish the world involve crop diversity. Well I never. And yet we still have to have articles on communicating the importance of genebanks. Cosmos tries to do it by pointing to the science. Smithsonian Magazine tries to do it by saying it’s tricky. Genebanks try to do it by having nice new websites and talking to the media.
Application of Genetic Recombination in Agriculture and Related Fields
Agric4profits
MAY 16, 2025
Recombinant DNA changes the natural genetic makeup and the characteristics of an organism by inserting DNA from another organism. Also known as genetic engineering, recombinant DNA technology is widely used in agriculture to create genetically modified organisms that produce genetically modified crops.
Room to grow? Brazil can convert 5 ‘Nebraskas’ into row crops
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
South America is converting pastureland to cropland and raising soybean yield to globally gouge price and market share for U.S. farmers.
Germplasm Conservation In Agriculture
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MAY 16, 2025
As this article is explored, basic facts on germplasm conservation, the need for conservation, its benefits, and the obstacles limiting effective utilisation of germplasm will be discussed.
Drought: Southwest rain could cause Corn Belt pain
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
Atmospheric scientist Matt Makens discusses the ongoing drought in the Southwest and the crucial role of El Nio in breaking it. He explains potential relief and impacts on other regions.
Hydrological Cycle (Water Cycle) and The Role of Water in Crop Growth
Agric4profits
MAY 16, 2025
Water, an essential resource for irrigation, is found on the surface of the earth in seas, rivers, dams, and underground reservoirs. It is vital for the physical, chemical, and biological processes necessary for the survival of plants and animals. This article discusses the processes that occur in the cycle known as the water cycle.
Beekeeper losses ‘unsustainable,’ industry leader says
Western FarmPress
MAY 16, 2025
If what happened this past fall and winter is not an isolated incident but the start of a trend, the ramifications are substantial.
Agronomic Practices of Irrigated Crops and Problems Associated With Irrigation
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Crops, whether rain-fed or irrigated, are usually planted on the field and taken care of from establishment to harvesting and processing before they are finally consumed by the consumer. Regardless of the time of planting, the care of crops remains similar, except for some crops that may require special practices during their growth stages.
Youth-Led Collaborations Key For Transforming Global Food Systems
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Youth-led partnerships, exemplified by the Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network Global (GCSAYN), could transform the global food system. The post Youth-Led Collaborations Key For Transforming Global Food Systems appeared first on Farming First.
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The ugly truth about trade wars
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5 secrets to making a side business work
Western FarmPress
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The Fish Counter: coming June 10
Food Politics
MAY 16, 2025
My new book, The Fish Counter , comes out June 10. I will say more about it then. In the meantime My interview about it with Nutrition Actions Bonnie Liebman. Which fish are healthyand sustainable? Its complicated Seafood is good for you. Thats no surprise. But its not easy to find species that dont contain mercury, PCBs, PFAS, or other contaminants, arent overfished, and arent linked to human rights abuse Read more here The post The Fish Counter: coming June 10 appeared first on Food Politics b
Beekeepers, growers benefiting from Bee Protection Protocols
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MAY 16, 2025
A program for three crops in Oregon is patterned after an arrangement between California almond growers and bee producers.
Murphy inducted into Chancellor’s Academy of Teacher Educators
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MAY 16, 2025
Texas A&M award honors significant impacts on preparation of teachers The post Murphy inducted into Chancellors Academy of Teacher Educators appeared first on AgriLife Today.
Historical Perspectives of Biodiversity in Agriculture
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MAY 16, 2025
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Western FarmPress
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Badger View: As summer approaches, farm kids look forward to fun and adventure. But farms can be dangerous places for children. Learn safety tips to keep kids safe while enjoying farm life.
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