Fri.Jun 20, 2025

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Letter on Priorities for FY26 to House Appropriations Subcommittee on the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies

NASDA

Letter Key Points: Support for State and Tribal Assistance Grants: NASDA urges full funding for State and Tribal Assistance Grants programs, which are essential for states to fulfill their pesticide enforcement responsibilities under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, particularly in relation to increased demands from the Endangered Species Act.

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From farm kid to precision ag leader: Kendal Quandahl's journey

Western FarmPress

Kendal Quandahl's childhood on an Iowa farm shaped her path to becoming Case IH's precision farming lead, driving innovation in agricultural technology.

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Tech-driven rice and bioenergy research expands at Beaumont

AgriLife Today

Yang leads cutting-edge work to boost productivity and sustainability with digital technology The post Tech-driven rice and bioenergy research expands at Beaumont appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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‘Every decision I make this year is the wrong one’

Western FarmPress

My Generation: Southern Illinois farmers face the prospect of crop insurance instead of a crop, as 20, 30 and even 40 inches of rain have fallen. Here’s their reality, as they face economic, agronomic and mental health disasters.

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Scheiner receives national award for impact in viticulture

AgriLife Today

Award recognizes leadership in bridging science with real-world impact across Texas’ growing wine industry The post Scheiner receives national award for impact in viticulture appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Longtime UA professor trains entomologists of tomorrow

Western FarmPress

Peter Ellsworth was hired 34 years ago to oversee the university’s extension integrated pest management program. Since then, he has become the cotton industry’s go-to subject-matter-expert on insect management.

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Agriculture Analytics Market Powers the Future of Data-Driven Farming Practices

Global Agtech Initiative

The agriculture analytics market functions as the essential foundation of modern farming by enhancing productivity while preserving resources and building resilience. The post Agriculture Analytics Market Powers the Future of Data-Driven Farming Practices appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Agronomic Measures to Control Soil Erosion

Agric4profits

Soil management including soil erosion management practices are based on the following broad principles: Those practices which help maintain soil infiltration rates at sufficiently moderate levels to reduce run-off to a safe amount. Those practices which help the safe disposal of run-off water from the field.

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AI's cattle marketing advice: A recipe for financial disaster

Western FarmPress

When technology fails livestock producers, old-school math and common sense prove more reliable than artificial intelligence and subscription services.

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Proper Seed Sowing and Planting Practices Guide

Agric4profits

Time of Seed Sowing or Planting: Several factors influence the time of sowing or planting. They are: rainfall, temperature, day length, occurrence of diseases and pests, marketing, cropping system and availability of labour and equipment. 1.

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Kansas farmers continue to face flooding woes, while Missouri counterparts seek rain

Western FarmPress

#Grow25: Extreme weather patterns hit Midwest farms. Kansas battles floods, prompting disaster declaration. Missouri farmers await rain for thirsty crops.

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Comprehensive Guide on How to Start Coconut Farming

Agric4profits

It is no longer a secret that Coconut farming plays a major role in the economy of some countries and about 86 countries produces coconut. But the three major producers of coconut are India, Indonesia and Philippine. The economy of India and her people depend so much on coconut farming.

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How an Iowa startup is revolutionizing corn pollination

Western FarmPress

To a large degree, farmers can control planting, spraying and harvesting. Pollination? Not so much. However, PowerPollen’s pollination control technology may change this.

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Crops Response to Moisture Level at Different Stages of Growth

Agric4profits

It has been found that the water requirements of a crop vary with the different stages of its growth. When water is in abundance, irrigation can be given whenever needed, but when the water supply is limited, it is necessary to take into account the critical stages of crop growth with respect to moisture.

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National honeybee colony decline surpasses 60%, breeding efforts offer hope

Western FarmPress

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Simon Somogyi to lead Texas A&M agricultural economics

AgriLife Today

New department head brings extensive experience in agribusiness marketing, sales, consumer research The post Simon Somogyi to lead Texas A&M agricultural economics appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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Farm Progress’ Brad Haire honored with prestigious Reuben Brigham Award

Western FarmPress

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Thailand: Yanmar, Chia Tai and XAG Empower Thai Agriculture Through Innovation

Global Agtech Initiative

This collaborative initiative aims to elevate Thai agriculture by empowering farmers with cutting-edge technology, advanced knowledge, and sustainable farming solutions. The post Thailand: Yanmar, Chia Tai and XAG Empower Thai Agriculture Through Innovation appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Export Report: Corn and soybean sales charge ahead

Western FarmPress

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Tillage Implements and Implements for Seed Bed Preparations

Agric4profits

Tillage implements includes but not limited to the following; Ploughing implements: Plowing buries green or dried material, loosens the soil so that other implements can operate, removes or delays competition with weeds and roughens the soil surface so as to check runoff of rainfall.

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Barrel racer builds a farm and a following

Western FarmPress

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Far Eastern Agriculture - Untitled Article

Far Eastern Agriculture

Entocycle, a UK-based developer of insect farming technology that transforms food waste into sustainable protein for animal feed, has collaborated with Siemens to launch the country’s first digitalised insect farm showroom The facility is uniquely located beneath four Victorian railway arches in central London. Focused on creating a sustainable protein alternative, Entocycle chose the high-profile London Bridge area to boost visibility, attract top talent, and engage potential investors in its i

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Missouri 4-H sisters donate show pigs to fight hunger

Western FarmPress

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Industry Ag News 6/20

Agwired

Whether you’ve risen the ranks or are new to agri-marketing, Boot Camp has something for you. Join fellow agri-marketers of all skill levels in Kansas City, August 6–8, for a fast-paced, jam-packed crash course in how to grow and succeed as a well-rounded professional. Sign up for NAMA Boot Camp now. Brush Art Corporation , a full-service marketing agency with over 63 years of experience delivering integrated solutions to local, regional, and national clients, is pleased to announce the addition

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How short will funds go?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Old crop corn carryout is tight, but 2025 U.S. yield expectations are high and funds seem poised to go short. Will the market revisit sub-$4 corn in a repeat of August 2024 prices?

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OAK Seeks Session Proposals for Annual Farming Conference

ATTRA

The Organic Association of Kentucky (OAK) invites farmers and interested speakers to submit a proposal for presenting at the 15th Annual Farming Conference , slated for January 30-31, 2026, in Frankfort, Kentucky. The 2026 Conference theme is “Cultivating Connections: Growing Organic Together for 15 Years,” and OAK seeks proposals for engaging sessions and workshops relevant to Kentucky’s organic and regenerative agriculture community.

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University of Arizona lauded for its entomology program

Western FarmPress

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Tillage Practices: Definition, Purpose and Types

Agric4profits

In this article, we will be discussing about tillage operations, its purposes, types, when and how deep it should be carried out, and the implements that would be needed to carry out the operations.

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Can post-plant weed control start at 6 weeks?

Western FarmPress

Between the Fencerows: Questions farmers must answer in their fields: How long does a residual herbicide last? Did the rain pull the fields out of drought? Do chickens poop enough nitrogen for row crop production?

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House Republicans Want the FDA—Not States—to Regulate Food Dyes

Civil Eats

June 20, 2025 – Since his confirmation as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has enthusiastically supported state laws banning artificial food dyes. In March, for example, he traveled to West Virginia to celebrate the first state bill eliminating the dyes from all foods (starting in 2028). Now, some Republicans in Congress are quietly pushing back on those efforts.

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Texas water buffalo ranch churns out artisanal gelato

Western FarmPress

Hayhurst’s Hayloft: A former lawyer’s quest for agrarian life led to a thriving water buffalo dairy in Texas, producing premium gelato and cheese for eager customers.

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Weekend viewing: My Hopkins’ Graduation Address

Food Politics

Photo: Prof. Albert Wu It was an enormous, overwhelming honor to be invited to give the convocation address to graduates of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. I spent a long time thinking about what I would say to graduates entering the public health workforce at a time like this. The ceremonies took place outdoors in the university’s stadium on cold, rainy May 21.

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Health meets harvest: Agriculture's new frontier

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We’re Dropping the Ball on Avian Flu Preparedness—Dangerously

Food Tank

In recent months, it has become harder to track the spread of bird flu on farms, creating a danger to public health, according to Amesh Adalja, a Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports the virus has affected well over 150 million poultry in commercial and backyard flocks in the United States.

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Farm Progress America, June 20, 2025

Western FarmPress

MIke Pearson takes a look at rural lenders in the USA and how improtant they are to farmers. But are they making money? A University of Illinois study may shed some clues.

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Food Tank’s Weekly News Roundup: Hunger Hotspots, Fishery Gains, and Cyber Threats

Food Tank

Each week, Food Tank is rounding up a few news stories that inspire excitement, infuriation, or curiosity. Hunger Worsens in 13 Hotspots A new joint report from the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) warns that acute food insecurity is deteriorating in 13 countries and territories. The Hunger Hotspots report is published semi-annually and is an early-warning and predictive analysis of deteriorating food crises for forthcoming five months.

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10 vie for Princess Kay of the Milky Way crown

Western FarmPress

Minnesota Minute: Princess Kay of the Milky Way to be named prior to State Fair; Rochester Farmer wins Culver’s contest and gives back; Farmers Union leader recognized by Small Business Administration.

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