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Beyond Traditional Farming: Exploring IoT’s $19 Billion Impact on Agriculture by 2032

Global Agtech Initiative

Investments in infrastructure, training, and connectivity will be crucial to unlocking the full potential of IoT in agriculture. The post Beyond Traditional Farming: Exploring IoT’s $19 Billion Impact on Agriculture by 2032 appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.

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Agfinity declares bankruptcy, owing at least $5 million to 181 creditors

Real Agriculture

Alberta-based grain buyer Agfinity Inc. formally declared bankruptcy this week, owing more than $5.06 million to 181 creditors, according to bankruptcy filings released Nov. 26. Farmers’ concerns about not getting paid for grain that was sold and picked up by the company started surfacing on social media and elsewhere in early 2024. Agfinity’s operations, headquartered… Read More Alberta-based grain buyer Agfinity Inc. formally declared bankruptcy this week, owing more than $5.06 million to 181

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This Week’s Report #2: WHO/FAO

Food Politics

What are healthy diets? Joint statement by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Health Organization What this is about: Healthy diets promote health, growth and development, support active lifestyles, prevent nutrient deficiencies and excesses, communicable and noncommunicable diseases, foodborne diseases and promote wellbeing.

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USDA Funding Supports Northeast Native Americans

USDA Blog

The Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust (PPLT) is a Tribally led nonprofit organization committed to reconnecting and empowering various Indigenous peoples throughout the Northeast. The Land Trust acts as a catalyst for change, addressing critical issues related to land reclamation and food insecurity for the Pocasset Wampanoag tribe and other marginalized communities.

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Op-Ed | Reimagining Food as a Path to Health and Equity

Food Tank

America has a food problem, and it’s not just about what we’re eating—it’s about how we think about food altogether. Our relationship with food is broken, leading to an uptick in preventable diseases, soaring healthcare costs , and widening divides between those who can afford healthy food and those who can’t. For decades, short-term fixes have dominated food policy, like the infamous moment when ketchup was labeled a vegetable in school lunches—a decision so absurd it became a global punchline

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Kubota’s RTV-X cab designed to make life easier on the farm

Real Agriculture

There is no denying that access to a rough terrain vehicle (RTV) is a huge advantage when getting things done on the farm. Whether a producer is repairing fences, transporting mineral, or moving equipment between outbuildings, these workhorses have the potential to make life just that much easier. Farm work is exactly where the design… Read More There is no denying that access to a rough terrain vehicle (RTV) is a huge advantage when getting things done on the farm.

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This Week’s Report #3: Food Foundation’s State of the UK’s Food Industry

Food Politics

From the report’s introduction THE UK’S FOOD SYSTEM ISN’T WORKING. It is unsustainable, unhealthy, and unfair. Deep rooted power imbalances mean that profits and power are concentrated in the middle of the food chain, leaving farmers and citizens feeling the squeeze. Among the poorest fifth of the population, households with children would need to spend 70% of their disposable income on food just to afford the government’s recommended healthy diet….

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Harvesting Solutions: How Food Systems Can Unlock Progress on Climate and Biodiversity

Food Tank

This is the first part of an articles series based on based on conversations held during COP16 (Cali) and COP29 (Baku) side events by leading food system actors, who explored solutions provided by agroecology. Learn why t his fall is crucial for food systems governance as world leaders and food system actors gather to discuss solutions to biodiversity loss, climate change and land degradation.

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The Agronomists, Ep 175: Rotation’s real value with Dr. Dave Hooker and Lana Shaw

Real Agriculture

One of the most powerful and inexpensive tools farmers have in the pest management toolbox is crop rotation. A well-planned rotation can add yield stability, more yield, decreased weed and insect pressure, and keep diseases in check. The question is, how do we know which crops should be in a rotation and what benefits we… Read More One of the most powerful and inexpensive tools farmers have in the pest management toolbox is crop rotation.

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Letter supporting farm bill orphan programs

NASDA

Letter Dear Chair Thompson, Ranking Member Scott, Chair Stabenow, and Ranking Member Boozman: As you strive toward our shared goal of completing a new farm bill this year, the undersigned organizations and stakeholders write to urge you to include funding for the orphan programs in any new farm bill, or should it become necessary, a farm bill extension.

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Meet the Native American Farmer Promoting Northern New Mexico’s Indigenous Foodways

Modern Farmer

The aroma of cedar smoke fills the early autumn air, punctuated by the crackle of wood as Norma Naranjo rakes out hot ashes from the horno, a beehive-shaped adobe oven, with a long wooden paddle. She piles the ashes on the ground and tops them with glossy green chiles from her garden; the heat will concentrate their flavor for later use in a stew. Naranjo is the founder of The Feasting Place , a culinary and cultural program based out of her home on the Ohkay Owingeh (“Place of Strong People”) P

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Helios Is Working to Transform Agriculture with AI Predictability and Climate Insights

Food Tank

Helios is an artificial intelligence-based platform that is aggregating billions of data points to provide a global, real-time view of the climate and economic risks affecting agricultural commodities. Helios was co-founded by Francisco Martin-Rayo and Eden Canlilar, two food and technology entrepreneurs from different backgrounds. Canlilar previously worked as a Senior AI and machine learning engineer at Google and owned a restaurant.

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Conexus Credit Union launches $100 million fund built for Saskatchewan farmers and ranchers

Real Agriculture

Conexus Credit Union has launched a new fund aimed at supporting farmers looking to buy land, livestock, equipment, or buildings. The $100 million Ag Grow Fund offers discounted interest rates, no application fees, and no age limit restrictions. “Conexus is dedicated to empowering ag producers to achieve what matters to them,” says Conexus chief growth… Read More Conexus Credit Union has launched a new fund aimed at supporting farmers looking to buy land, livestock, equipment, or buildings.

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Magnetic tornado is stirring up the haze at Jupiter’s poles

Berkeley Blog

Unusual magnetically driven vortices may be generating Earth-size concentrations of hydrocarbon haze The post Magnetic tornado is stirring up the haze at Jupiter’s poles appeared first on Berkeley News.

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NASDA congratulates Brooke Rollins on being nominated for U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

NASDA

Press Release ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture congratulates Brooke Rollins for her nomination to be U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. NASDA looks forward to working with the U.S. Senate to get Brooke Rollins confirmed so she can begin to champion solutions for food and agricultural production. “NASDA members look forward to working with a leader who is committed to ensuring agriculture leads the way toward a healthy and resilient world,” NASDA CEO Ted M

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3 pivotal points for holiday grain price moves

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: The legs of the corn and soybean markets from now until Christmas are the strength of the U.S. dollar, managed money moves and export purchases.

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Rob Black: Canada’s hardest working senator shines a spotlight on agriculture

Real Agriculture

Senator Rob Black gets around. Appointed in 2018, he’s earned a reputation for his diligent commitment to agriculture issues and ensuring they get their fair share of attention in the upper house of Canada’s parliament. Black was on hand this week at the Ontario Federation of Agriculture AGM at Toronto where he kicked off the… Read More Senator Rob Black gets around.

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Recognizing Native American Heritage Month, USDA Science Spotlights Shannon

USDA Blog

During Native American Heritage Month, USDA Science recognizes the invaluable contributions that Native American employees have made in advancing agricultural science and innovation that benefits us all. From advancing Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge in research to ensuring the next generation of agriculture is inspired to lead—the employees spotlighted below are an integral part of carrying out USDA’s mission.

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Happy turkey day to all!

Food Politics

Well, only a little. First, what this dinner is going to cost you: less than last year but more than before the pandemic. And how about some agricultural statistics for turkeys ? And some key facts: The rise and fall of turkey production in the U.S.: Since 1960, per capita turkey production rose sharply and peaked in 1996 at 26.8 pounds per person. However, in 2022, annual production had dropped to just 20 pounds per person—a decline of approximately 25%.

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Full implementation of cover crops the right decision for Minnesota farmer

Western FarmPress

Right mindset needed to make cover crops work.

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Food security still drives trade in the face of political protectionism: U.S. Meat Export Federation president

Real Agriculture

The demise of global trade as politicians push protectionist policies is overstated, says the head of the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Exports remain critical for food security and maximizing the value of surplus ag production in the U.S., says Dan Halstrom, USMEF president and CEO, speaking with RealAg’s Shaun Haney about the state of U.S…. Read More The demise of global trade as politicians push protectionist policies is overstated, says the head of the U.S.

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Complete Practical Guide on Maize Farming

Agric4profits

Maize, commonly known as corn, is one of the most widely grown cereal crops globally. Its versatility and adaptability to different climates make it a staple food for millions of people, particularly in Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

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Industry-funded study of the week: plant-based meat alternatives

Food Politics

Plant-Based Meat Analogs and Their Effects on Cardiometabolic Health: An 8-Week Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Plant-Based Meat Analogs With Their Corresponding Animal-Based Foods. Toh DWK, Fu AS, Mehta KA, Lam NYL, Haldar S, Henry CJ. Am J Clin Nutr. 2024 Jun;119(6):1405-1416. doi: 10.1016/j.ajcnut.2024.04.006. Epub 2024 Apr 8. Erratum in: Am J Clin Nutr. 2024 Aug;120(2):459. doi: 10.1016/j.ajcnut.2024.06.012.

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Passing on livestock-judging skills to the next gen

Western FarmPress

Gen Z Aggie: Fall break offered an opportunity to share knowledge about livestock judging with the next generation.

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Poll: What are the top 3 things on the winter learning list?

Real Agriculture

Every winter there are several events, conferences, webinars and learning possibilities for farmers and agronomists. From agronomy, to leadership, to marketing and more, there’s no shortage of topics to cover or opportunities to learn. That means that there are important choices to make — what events have the best lineups? What do you hope to… Read More Every winter there are several events, conferences, webinars and learning possibilities for farmers and agronomists.

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Complete Practical Guide on Soybean Farming

Agric4profits

Soybean farming is a significant agricultural practice due to the crop’s versatile uses and high economic value. Soybeans (Glycine max) are a leguminous crop widely cultivated for their protein-rich seeds, which are used in various products such as soy oil, animal feed, and soy-based foods.

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This week’s report #1: FAO’s State of Food and Ag, 2024

Food Politics

It’s a slow-news holiday week so I’m going to use it to catch up on reports. The first: FAO: The State of Food and Agriculture 2024: Value-Driven Transformation of Agrifood Systems FAO uses true cost accounting (TCA) to analyze global food systems. ➔ By improving on the hidden costs quantified in The State of Food and Agriculture 2023 , this report unpacks the health hidden costs associated with unhealthy dietary patterns linked to an increased risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). ➔ Cas

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Will U.S. farmers see $5 corn?

Western FarmPress

Ag Marketing IQ: Supply/demand factors – including ethanol use, feed consumption and a strong export market – could drive corn prices up before the grain marketing year ends.

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Ruminating with RealAg, Ep 13: Grazing for the land, livestock, pocketbook, and people

Real Agriculture

Words such as planned, rotational, management intensive and adaptive multi-paddock have all been used to describe grazing methods that mimic the movement of wildlife that would have grazed the Prairies many years ago. Some of these are also words that Kelly Sidoryk uses to describe her family’s grazing strategies. Sidoryk and her family had initially… Read More Words such as planned, rotational, management intensive and adaptive multi-paddock have all been used to describe grazing methods that m

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Complete Practical Guide on Organic Snail Farming Business

Agric4profits

Organic snail farming is becoming an increasingly popular venture for farmers seeking sustainable, environmentally friendly, and profitable business opportunities. As the demand for organic products rises globally, many consumers are now looking for healthier food alternatives, which has contributed to the growing interest in organic farming practices, including snail farming.

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Breakthrough could revolutionize future of tick control

AgriLife Today

Research collaboration lays foundation for genetic tools to control cattle fever ticks The post Breakthrough could revolutionize future of tick control appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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The 2024 sorghum crop showed resilience

Western FarmPress

Sorghum Focus: The harvest is wrapped, so what did we learn in 2024 to apply in 2025?

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Federal ministers announce over $15 million for agribusiness, cattle programs in Saskatchewan

Real Agriculture

Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay was in Regina this week to attend Canadian Western Agribition. MacAulay participated in the “Burning of the Brand” ceremony to open Agribition, delivered remarks at the Indigenous Agriculture Summit and Agribition’s Grain Expo, and met with stakeholders, including Saskatchewan’s new Ag Minister Daryl Harrison and cattle industry leaders.

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Historical 1992 tornado outbreak in the Southeast

Climate and Agriculture in the Southeast

Did you know that fall is a period of enhanced severe weather in the Southeast?

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How to think about Thanksgiving like a food historian

Berkeley Blog

UC Berkeley’s Rebecca McLennan explains the backstory of the bounty on your table. The post How to think about Thanksgiving like a food historian appeared first on Berkeley News.

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Christmas tree farmer says ‘Keep it real’

Western FarmPress

Jan Peery has never had an artificial tree. She and her husband Dan started a Christmas tree farm so families could experience the ambiance and joy of selecting and having a live Christmas tree. Jan discusses 'Green Friday,' drought, and what it takes to grow this holiday centerpiece.

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BCRC celebrates 10 years of researcher mentorship

Real Agriculture

The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is well known and respected for not only their research programs, but extension as well. The BCRC’s vision is for a transparent, competitive, resilient and sustainable Canadian beef industry supported by strategic and effective research, technology transfer and innovation, and with that in mind it’s no wonder that the… Read More The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is well known and respected for not only their research programs, but extension as well.

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