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How to control wireworm in potatoes effectively

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly The threat of wireworm damage is a growing concern for UK potato producers as a perfect storm of risk factors create optimum conditions for the soil-dwelling pest to thrive. Growers are encouraged to assess overall wireworm risk this autumn by identifying whether damaging species are present and tailoring management accordingly.

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Brainfood: Maize, Chickpea, CWR, Canola, Coconut, Avocado, Eggplant, Carrot, Watermelon, Citrus, Potato, Pearl millet, Roses

Agricultural Biodiversity

A New Methodological Approach to Detect Microcenters and Regions of Maize Genetic Diversity in Different Areas of Lowland South America. Multiple disciplines identify 4 microcenters of maize diversity in the lowlands of South America. Historical Routes for Diversification of Domesticated Chickpea Inferred from Landrace Genomics. Genomics identifies both Indian and Middle Eastern traces in Ethiopian chickpeas.

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Bovine TB blow prompts Welsh dairy farmer to join Longhorn scheme

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Price security and the ability to better weather a bovine TB outbreak were the main reasons dairy farmer Jonathan Scott chose to sign up to a Longhorn scheme.

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Novel mode of action fungicide a ‘game-changer’ for pulse growers

Real Agriculture

Canadian pulse growers can finally stay a step ahead of stubborn fungal diseases and protect their bottom line thanks to the launch of new Zetigo™ PRM fungicide from Corteva Agriscience™. Zetigo PRM, powered by Adavelt™ active, a novel Group 21 fungicide active ingredient, provides powerful disease control and elevated resistance management in pulses.

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What you can do to reduce farm business risk in time of flux

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Pressures on farming businesses have been mounting this year as Basic Payment Scheme reductions continue and both market volatility and interest rates remain high. So what can be done to improve business resilience and reduce the financial risks? We look at the current advice.

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Organic Gardening with Low-Maintenance Small Shrubs for the Front of Your House

Kavya Organic Farm

For organic farming enthusiasts, the garden is a sanctuary where sustainable practices meet natural beauty. When it comes to enhancing the front of your house, small shrubs play a vital role. But why not make it even more eco-friendly and low-maintenance? In this article, we’ll explore a selection of small shrubs that are perfect for the front of your house, aligning with the principles of organic gardening.

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Knight to import budget Belgian sprayers and cultivators

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Knight Farm Machinery is to import four low-cost sprayer models from Belgian maker Beyne that will supplement its existing line of comparatively high-tech mounted, trailed and self-propelled machines.

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Chris Bennett: Is growing OSR akin to an Einstein quote?

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly A drive back from dropping my brother-in-law off at Heathrow recently gave a good opportunity to see how everyone else’s oilseed rape crops are progressing. My conclusion was the closer I got to our farm in Lincolnshire, the worse they looked. With the exception of our two smallest fields, anybody driving past our farm would […] The post Chris Bennett: Is growing OSR akin to an Einstein quote?

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Swine Diseases and their Prevention Measures

Agric4profits

Once swine diseases affects a pig herd the impact on the economics of pig production in terms of the cost of control and decreased productivity can be

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Some simple guidance for developing heifers the right way

West Texas Livestock

Heifer development can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding tasks on the ranch. The very basis of your future depends on your ability to develop the young heifers into productive mothers. But these challenges do not come without problems. What makes this challenging is that the cost of producing these heifers takes place […] The post Some simple guidance for developing heifers the right way appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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6 steps to keep bird flu away

Western FarmPress

With HPAI confirmed again this fall, bolster biosecurity to defend your flock.

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Swine Processing and Marketing

Agric4profits

Swine processing also known as pig processing starts by transporting them to the slaughterhouse.

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More ‘green-on-green’ spraying tech heads to market

Western FarmPress

Trimble could launch a commercial product in the U.S. by late ’24.

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Uses of Pig Meat and Pig Marketing

Agric4profits

Pig meats are marketed in the form of: Fresh meat – This is the most important product in the tropics

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After slow start, good ending projected for field crops

Western FarmPress

Yields are higher in most states across the region, with corn looking better than soybeans.

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17 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Phoradendron juniperinum (Mistletoe)

Agric4profits

The Botanical Description of Phoradendron juniperinum Phoradendron juniperinum, commonly referred to as mistletoe, is a semi-parasitic plant that belongs to

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Smart land use in Indiana not a new idea

Western FarmPress

Hoosier Perspectives: Will more people listen this time around?

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8 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Phytolacca americana (American Pokeweed)

Agric4profits

Phytolacca americana, commonly known as American pokeweed or simply pokeweed, is a fascinating and unique plant that has long held a place in traditional

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CoCoRaHS Data Explorer now available

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

If you are a CoCoRaHS precipitation observer, you may be interested in this new website that allows you to check out the climatology of your station at [link] If you don’t know what CoCoRaHS is, check out their website at [link] and consider joining a great citizen science project measuring precipitation across the nations of […] Read More

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18 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Peyote (Lophophora williamsii)

Agric4profits

Peyote, scientifically known as Lophophora williamsii, is a remarkable cactus with a long history of traditional use among indigenous peoples in North

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Woolly Bear Caterpillar – Winter Predictor Or Not?

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

There are many sayings in folklore about how to predict the upcoming winter based on phenological observations of persimmon seeds, the coats of animals, and when birds fly south. Observations of woolly bear caterpillars and their comparative amounts of brown and black stripes is one that I get asked about from time to time.

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Squash Seeds: Economic Importance, Uses, and By-Products

Agric4profits

Squash seeds, also known as pepitas, are the edible seeds of various types of squash, including pumpkins, zucchini, acorn squash, and butternut squash.

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Trick or Treat? What the Forecast Looks Like for Florida’s 2023-2024 Citrus Season

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

We’ve spent some time in the last couple of weeks talking generally about how the current El Nino is likely to affect our climate this winter.

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20 Medicinal Health Benefits of Phytolacca (Pokeweed)

Agric4profits

Phytolacca, commonly known by various names such as pokeweed or inkberry, is a distinctive and fascinating plant with a rich botanical description.

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As a Farmer I Must Continue to Share My Story

AgWeb Farm Journal

We’ve got to tell our farming stories—and when we tell them with honesty and authority, we’ll win hearts and minds and defend our freedom to farm.

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19 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Physocarpus monogynus (Mountain ninebark)

Agric4profits

Physocarpus monogynus, commonly known by its local name, is a distinctive and visually striking shrub that belongs to the plant family Rosaceae.

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How to produce more food sustainably using less plastic

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly Plastics can be found everywhere on farm. From greenhouses, polytunnels, silage wrap, mulching, plastic reservoirs, irrigation systems to buckets and water troughs, their presence is pervasive across all agricultural sectors.

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18 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Phyla dulcis (Aztec Sweet Herb)

Agric4profits

Aztec Sweet Herb, scientifically known as Phyla dulcis, is a remarkable botanical wonder with a history deeply rooted in traditional medicine.

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8 Medicinal Health Benefits of Populus Grandidentata (Bigtooth Aspen)

Agric4profits

The Botanical Description of Populus Grandidentata (Bigtooth Aspen) Populus Grandidentata, commonly known as Bigtooth Aspen, boasts distinctive botanical features that

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20 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Prunus fremontii (Desert Apricot)

Agric4profits

1. Plant Type: Prunus fremontii, commonly known as Desert Apricot or Fremont's Apricot, is a deciduous shrub or small tree. It belongs to the Rosaceae family.

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19 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Persicaria pensylvanica (Pennsylvania Smartweed)

Agric4profits

Pennsylvania Smartweed, scientifically known as Persicaria pensylvanica, is a remarkable plant with a rich history of medicinal use.

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16 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Populus Fremontii (Fremont Cottonwood)

Agric4profits

Populus Fremontii, commonly known as Fremont Cottonwood, is a majestic tree native to North America, thriving in riparian areas alongside rivers and streams.

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20 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Perideridia gairdneri (Mountain Parsley)

Agric4profits

Perideridia gairdneri, commonly known as the mountain parsley, is a plant that has long been valued for its medicinal properties.

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13 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Populus Tremuloides (Quaking Aspen)

Agric4profits

The world of medicinal plants is a treasure trove of healing wonders, and among these botanical marvels stands Populus tremuloides, more commonly known as

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19 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Persicaria amphibia (Water smartweed)

Agric4profits

Persicaria amphibia, commonly known as water smartweed, is a remarkable aquatic plant with a rich history of medicinal use.

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9 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Pinus strobus (Eastern White Pine)

Agric4profits

Eastern White Pine, scientifically known as Pinus strobus, is a majestic tree with a rich history of traditional medicine.

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18 Medicinal Health Benefits Of Physalis virginiana (Eastern Groundcherry)

Agric4profits

Physalis virginiana, commonly known as Eastern Groundcherry, is a remarkable plant with a rich history of medicinal use.

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