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• Agriculture producers to gather at the Nevada Small Agriculture ... - Nevada Today

  12-04-2023 23:15
  
  Agriculture producers to gather at the Nevada Small Agriculture ...  Nevada Today
  
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• Maryland Department of Agriculture Offers New Tree-Planting ... - Southern Maryland News Net

  12-04-2023 22:43
  
  Maryland Department of Agriculture Offers New Tree-Planting ...  Southern Maryland News Net
  
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• ‘Alberta Ag-Plastic. Recycle It!’ Gaining Ground Recovering Ag Plastics for Recycling

  12-04-2023 21:38 via farms.com
  Farmers in Alberta use about 2,000 tonnes of grain bags and approximately 2,200* tonnes of plastic baler twine annually. These plastic tools are essential in today’s farming operations—grain bags to temporarily store harvested grains, and twine to bind crops for storage and transport. But managing these plastics after use has been challenging for many farmers.That’s changing under a pilot program called ‘Alberta Ag Plastic. Recycle It!’The pilot has been developed i
  
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• Supporting Business Growth in the Food Industry

  12-04-2023 21:35 via farms.com
  To enhance business and market development in the food industry, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, today announced over $74,600 through the Business Development Support Program for two local businesses.Founded in 1953 by Gordon Goulding of Gambo as a family bakery, Gouldings’ Wholesale Limited has since acquired West Tower Bakery and Chatman’s Bakery, and has expanded to include wholesale distribution of soft drinks and confectionary item
  
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• Farmers in the Body of Christ

  12-04-2023 21:30 via farms.com
  In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul explains that no part of the body - the community of God - is insignificant. "The eye cannot say to the hand, I don't need you" (1 Corinthians 12:21, NIV). Yet, how many Christian farmers reduce their "part of the body" to the role they play as a volunteer on a Sunday morning? To all who serve as part of a local church or ministry, bless you in your gifts and service. However, do not discount your agricultural work as less than the work of God. Our God-given missio
  
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• BFO Statement on the 2023 Federal Budget

  12-04-2023 21:28 via farms.com
  The Beef Farmers of Ontario (BFO) applauds the Government of Canada’s commitment of $57.5 million over five years to fund a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine bank, and support for the development of emergency response plans related to the devastating animal health disease. The funding was announced this afternoon during the release of Canada’s Budget 2023.  BFO and our allies across the Canadian cattle sector had been calling on the federal government to invest in this critic
  
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• Forage selections widespread for producers ahead of spring season

  12-04-2023 20:51 via farms.com
  As the spring seeding season is coming up, producers have a lot of options to consider when it comes to forages.Agri-Environmental Specialist with the Ministry of Environment Chelsea Siemens says that starts simply with deciding your needs."I always start by considering your desired end use, whether for hay or pasture. Not all forages are suited to both grazing and hay production due to their structure and regrowth habits. For example, meadow bromegrass regrows rapidly so it is appropriate for g
  
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• Wheat markets could be decided by weather instead of international events

  12-04-2023 20:50 via farms.com
  With COVID and the war in Ukraine, international wheat markets have been thrown for a loop over the past few years.This upcoming grain market year could bring something different: an entire year that's decided by the weather, at least in the North American market.Ranulf Glanville, the Chief Market Analyst at DePutter explains why."I think the wheat market is one where the weather really holds the key. We've come through the winter, we know the US winter wheat crop is in terrible condition in key
  
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• Crop Insurance

  12-04-2023 20:47 via farms.com
  Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) provides crop insurance for annual and perennial crops as well as honey and bee overwintering.Through the suite of options available, AFSC brings producers peace of mind by helping make risk-management decisions that fit the unique needs of each operation. Insurance is available to any producer who meets AFSC eligibility requirements. Applicants are required to provide legal, operational and financial information.Crop Insurance in Alberta includes Agrilnsura
  
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• Perennial Crop Insurance 2023

  12-04-2023 20:46 via farms.com
  Working in agriculture requires the ability to withstand unpredictable events. To protect producers from designated perils that lead to production loss, Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) provides a suite of perennial insurance programs.These programs provide:a production guarantee for hay crops based on average historical yields and the coverage option selected; or coverage for pasture based on conditions in the area, determined by an indicator of production loss, such as precipitation. This
  
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• California issues report outlining a future for state agriculture - Produce Blue Book

  12-04-2023 20:43
  
  California issues report outlining a future for state agriculture  Produce Blue Book
  
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• Louis Dreyfus company expands canola crush capacity in Saskatchewan

  12-04-2023 20:36 via farms.com
  The further expansion of a canola facility in Saskatchewan will move the province even closer to its 2030 Growth Plan goal of crushing 75 per cent of the canola produced in the province.Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) announced it will double processing at its Yorkton plant to accommodate an annual crush exceeding two million metric tonnes.Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission Executive Director Tracy Broughton was happy to hear the news.“I think any opportunities to be able to deliver to
  
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• Daily Grain Network Status – April 11, 2023

  12-04-2023 20:35 via farms.com
  Pulse Canada and the CSCA are partners of the Ag Transport Coalition (ATC)*, which tracks performance of the Canadian railway network for the movement of grain.A new grain network status report has been created to provide stakeholders with comprehensive insight on the performance of the Canadian rail system for the 2020-2021 grain year. The report provides information and data on the status of the rail network as of midnight the previous day.The railway performance data reported in these reports
  
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• Season Eight Seed Speaks Preview — The Marketing Power of Seed

  12-04-2023 20:32 via farms.com
  Have you ever wondered how seed connects with the consumer? How the story of seed can be marketed or shared with a wider audience than the farmers who plant it and grow the crops it produces? On this season on Seed Speaks we’re taking a closer look at how the seed industry is connected to our daily lives.The eighth season of Seed Speaks starts on April 12 and is entitled the Marketing Power of Seed.Seed is the base of everything — any food you buy starts out as a seed. In this season
  
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• Alberta Pulse Growers Invest $3 million to Reduce Root Rot Risk

  12-04-2023 20:31 via farms.com
  The Alberta Pulse Growers Commission (APG) are investing $3 million over five years for research projects that reduce the risk of root rot, an April 4 news release said.“APG has invested in root rot research projects since the disease became an issue 10 years ago. This research resulted in more being known about the disease, but root rot remains a threat that we need to mitigate for our farmers,” Shane Strydhorst, APG chair, said in the release.The release noted APG first learned abo
  
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• Dordt University Agriculture Club hosting Ag Day - KCAU 9

  12-04-2023 18:25
  Dordt University Agriculture Club hosting Ag Day  KCAU 9
  
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• NYS Dept. of Agriculture expands program for SNAP recipients at farmers markets. - NEWS10 ABC

  12-04-2023 17:35
  NYS Dept. of Agriculture expands program for SNAP recipients at farmers markets.  NEWS10 ABC
  
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• Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Public Notice ... - WisPolitics.com

  12-04-2023 16:59
  Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Public Notice ...  WisPolitics.com
  
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• Great Lakes and Maritimes Pest Monitoring Network

  12-04-2023 15:34 via farms.com
  The Great Lakes and Maritimes Pest Monitoring Network (GLMPMN) is up and running for the 2023 season
  
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• Painting parallels between baseball and farming

  12-04-2023 14:54 via farms.com
  Rick Roden talks how baseball and farming are similar
  
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• Sask. RMs offering coyote bounties

  12-04-2023 14:10 via farms.com
  Hunters and trappers can earn $20 per set of four coyote paws
  
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• Louis Dreyfus Company expanding Sask. canola facility

  12-04-2023 14:04 via farms.com
  Construction on a new canola crush line is scheduled to begin later this year
  
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• El Paso port of entry agriculture enforcement operation nets ... - Customs and Border Protection

  12-04-2023 14:00
  
  El Paso port of entry agriculture enforcement operation nets ...  Customs and Border Protection
  
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• Feeding families and individuals in need

  12-04-2023 13:39 via farms.com
  In November 2022, Alberta’s government announced $20 million over two years to support food banks and related food security organizations across the province. To date, $10 million of that funding has been distributed to 210 organizations that help put food on the tables of Albertans.“After hearing from those representing food banks in Alberta, we knew our government needed to act. These grants are ensuring that food banks and other organizations big and small can carry out the incred
  
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• Feather groups prepped for spring bird flu

  12-04-2023 13:35 via farms.com
  With migratory birds set to return soon, Manitoba poultry groups are bracing for an increased threat of bird flu.“We’re hoping for the best but we’re preparing for another challenge like we had in the fall,” said Cory Rybuck, general manager of Manitoba Egg Farmers.Migratory birds are considered the most common source of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) infections on farms. Clothing and equipment can become contaminated by droppings, which can then spread the dise
  
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• Prairie communities will benefit from the new "Growing Home with BASF campaign"

  12-04-2023 13:32 via farms.com
  BASF Canada Agricultural Solutions has launched its "Growing Home with BASF campaign".Through the campaign BASF will invest $75,000 to help grow Prairie communities.During the month of April individuals in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba can nominate organizations that help grow their communities to win one of the $25,000 prizes.Nicole McAuley, Head of Communications and Public Affairs for BASF Canada Agricultural Solutions says farming is the biggest job on Earth and wouldn’t be possib
  
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• Saskatchewan producers asked to take study on forage lands

  12-04-2023 13:30 via farms.com
  A survey is looking to provide better data on just what producers do with their forage lands.The overall study, being done by the University of Saskatchewan, is looking at some of the practices that those producers use.Said results would be used to then better inform both lawmakers and the public on how producers are growing food in the province.
  
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• Data deficiencies can impede America’s plans for ‘climate-smart’ agriculture - The Hill

  12-04-2023 13:30
  Data deficiencies can impede America’s plans for ‘climate-smart’ agriculture  The Hill
  
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• From Agriculture to Cyber, Parametric Covers Are Conquering New ... - Workers Comp Forum

  12-04-2023 12:04
  
  From Agriculture to Cyber, Parametric Covers Are Conquering New ...  Workers Comp Forum
  
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• How Sustainable Agriculture Can Combat Drought and Creates ... - Food Tank

  12-04-2023 09:00
  
  How Sustainable Agriculture Can Combat Drought and Creates ...  Food Tank
  
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• FARRMS offers opportunities in sustainable agriculture | News ... - Minot Daily News

  12-04-2023 08:03
  
  FARRMS offers opportunities in sustainable agriculture | News ...  Minot Daily News
  
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• 2023 Local Heroes recognized for their efforts in agriculture - WWLP.com

  12-04-2023 03:26
  2023 Local Heroes recognized for their efforts in agriculture  WWLP.com
  
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• Be a changemaker with a degree in agriculture - Study International News

  12-04-2023 03:18
  
  Be a changemaker with a degree in agriculture  Study International News
  
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• Data-Enabled Agriculture Resilience | UArizona Research ... - The University of Arizona Research

  12-04-2023 00:34
  
  Data-Enabled Agriculture Resilience | UArizona Research ...  The University of Arizona Research
  
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