Food Politics

APRIL 17, 2025

This announcement on X of his resignation from NIH comes from Kevin Hall , who did the study I admire so much on how ultra-processed foods induce people to eat more calories (500 more a day!). Unfortunately, recent events have made me question whether NIH continues to be a place where I can freely conduct unbiased science. Specifically, I experienced censorship in the reporting of our research because of agency concerns that it did not appear to fully support preconceived narratives of my agency

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Agric4profits

APRIL 17, 2025

Pig processing into pig products start by transporting them to the slaughter house. The method, by which they are restrained, transported and the stress to which they are subjected becomes very important. The final phase of pig production is the sale and disposal of the end product.

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Ag Marketing IQ: Since we can predict the likelihood of a 1-3 seed becoming the NBA champions, can we also forecast when farmers can clinch $5 corn? Not likely. But you can play into a grain market rally with the potential to increase your score.

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Agri-tech

APRIL 17, 2025

Laboratory-based research is essential for advancing society but it is also extremely energy and resource intensive. Its estimated that laboratories are responsible for around 2% of global plastic waste and use 3-10 times more energy per metre squared than a typical office. This year marks the end of the third, and most successful, year that the John Innes Centre (JIC) and partners have taken.

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Science 52

Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Study by National Corn Growers Association will investigate farmers' perceptions and use of drone technology, aiming to inform future policies and product development.

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AgriLife Today

APRIL 17, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife wildlife data supports global research of wildlife diel activity patterns The post Study shows mammals daily schedules more varied than thought appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Cotton farmers face economic challenges. Plains Cotton Growers CEO urges resilience, citing recent assistance and advocacy efforts. Hope for better conditions and a new farm bill persists.

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Farming Farming 115

Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Is there ever a case for seed treatments on double-crop soybeans? Yes. And heres why it matters in 2025.

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Global Agtech Initiative

APRIL 17, 2025

The level of demand highlights the industrys strong interest in precision weed control. The post Sentera Announces Oversubscribed 2025 Early Access Program for SMARTSCRIPT Weeds appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Marketing 62

Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Fourteen unique editions highlight leaders, innovators and advocates as part of the ag media companys Women in the Field initiative.

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Farming Farming 105

Agric4profits

APRIL 17, 2025

Rabbits are classified into small, medium large or giant breeds based on their body weight. There are also different breeds that fall within these broad classifications. Some of these breeds are described in this article so that you can identify them and be able to choose the one that best meet your production objectives.

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Production 58

Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Country Counsel: Irrevocable trusts may be an option for some farm operators.

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Farming Farming 98

Agric4profits

APRIL 17, 2025

Rabbit are used for meat, for vocational projects, as laboratory animals, as teaching tool, as animal research models and for pets. Because of their use in a wide range of enterprises, it is necessary to have a good knowledge of the different aspect of their management and nutrition.

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

The Old Farmers Almanac is much more than a guide for old folks.

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Agric4profits

APRIL 17, 2025

In this article you will learn about the various things you need to do on your pig production business or farm in order to ensure that your pigs are healthy and your farm is doing well. The activities are referred to as management practices.

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Water Lines: The Family Farm Alliance joined four other state and national water organizations in an amicus curia brief that was submitted earlier this year.

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Family Farming Farming Farming 93

Farm Credit of Southern Colorado

APRIL 17, 2025

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Soybean and wheat volume capture rangebound results.

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Farm Credit of Southern Colorado

APRIL 17, 2025

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Ohio's Wheat to Beat project lets farmers design wheat management programs, testing them at research stations. Results show highest yields don't always mean best economic returns.

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Yield 72

Farm Credit of Southern Colorado

APRIL 17, 2025

Password Protected To view this protected post, enter the password below: Password: Submit The post Protected: The Importance of Crop-Hail Insurance for Southern Colorado Farmers: Insights from Bobby Fisher, VP of Crop Insurance appeared first on Farm Credit of Southern Colorado.

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Farmers are exploring side businesses to supplement their income. From insurance to drone applications, these ventures help weather tough years and diversify revenue streams.

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Agriculture Agriculture Farming Farming 61

AgriLife Today

APRIL 17, 2025

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory simplifies process with digital parasitology service The post New option for springtime parasite identification in pets appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Mike Pearson takes a look at a new virus hitting turkey farms in the United States.

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Farming Farming 59

Agric4profits

APRIL 17, 2025

Once pig 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 enormous. The first priority must therefore always be to try to prevent the occurrence of disease.

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Production 41

Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Get your haying equipment ready before the season starts. Check belts, bearings, and blades. Stock up on spare parts and safety gear. Proper maintenance can prevent costly breakdowns.

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Agric4profits

APRIL 17, 2025

Proper pig housing is required in pig farming business as pigs tends to perform better when housed. Their buildings should be of concrete or with stones due to their rooting nature. Pigs productivity are more when they are housed in a thermally neutral environment i.e.

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 17, 2025

Explore college and career options for aspiring farmers planning to return to their family operations, from four-year degrees to community college programs and off-farm experiences.

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Farming Farming 55

Food Tank

APRIL 17, 2025

Food Prices for Nutrition, led by the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, is assessing the cost and affordability of healthy diets around the world. The researchers behind the project hope the data can drive policy interventions to improve global nutrition security. The latest data from Food Prices for Nutrition show that 2.8 billion people could not afford a healthy diet in 2022.

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Rodale Institute

APRIL 17, 2025

Soil is the lifeblood of agriculture and the foundation of our food system. Yet, conventional farming practices that utilize chemical pesticides and fertilizers have pushed this precious resource to the […] The post Loyal to the Soil: Regenerative Organic Certified Farming appeared first on Rodale Institute.

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Civil Eats

APRIL 17, 2025

April 17, 2025 – Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made curbing the consumption of ultra-processed foods a central tenet of his Make America Healthy Again campaign. But yesterday, Kevin Hall, the countrys leading researcher studying those foods, resigned from his position at the National Institutes of Health, a subagency of HHS.

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Caff

APRIL 17, 2025

On the 27th of March, the Community Alliance With Family Farmers (CAFF) held a field day with Machado Family Farms in Linden, CA. This event focused on sharing the story that led to the success of integrating sheep for grazing cover crop in walnut orchards and a mix of interactive farming activities where attendees could learn more in depth about topics like pest management and soil health.

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Agwired

APRIL 17, 2025

U.S. sales of E15 reached a record 1.24 billion gallons in 2024, an increase of 11% over 2023, according to a Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) analysis of data released by state agencies in Minnesota and Iowa. While it appears the Trump administration will have to continue the practice of issuing waivers this summer to keep E15 at the pump, there are several reasons for optimism that this will be the last year that will be necessary.

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Civil Eats

APRIL 17, 2025

April 17, 2025 – Some Republicans in Congress are worried that members of the Trump administration may consider restricting pesticide use as part of their agenda to improve American health. This week, Senator Pete Ricketts (R-Nebraska) led a group of 79 lawmakers to ask Cabinet members to resist efforts from activist groups promoting misguided and sometimes malicious policies masquerading as health solutions.

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