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• Penn State researchers explore how gender affects agriculture in ... - Pennsylvania State University

  05-09-2023 21:27
  
  Penn State researchers explore how gender affects agriculture in ...  Pennsylvania State University
  
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• Missouri Agriculture Raises Over 1.2 Million Meals for Food Insecure ... - Morning Ag Clips -

  05-09-2023 19:38
  
  Missouri Agriculture Raises Over 1.2 Million Meals for Food Insecure ...  Morning Ag Clips -
  
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• SWEET CORN: Great crop, great price, great taste

  05-09-2023 19:36 via farms.com
  The cornfields are towering lush and tall around the region, so it’s no surprise that sweet corn producers have also been seeing — and reaping — a great crop this season.
  
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• What’s all the fuss? Farmers not worried about global warming

  05-09-2023 19:34 via farms.com
  We’ve entered the era of “global boiling,” United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres sensationally declared this summer amid reports describing July 2023 as the hottest July in recorded history.
  
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• Canada reviewing allegations Ontario farm wrongfully dismissed migrant workers

  05-09-2023 19:32 via farms.com
  The federal government is investigating allegations that a farm in southwestern Ontario sent six Jamaican seasonal workers home earlier than planned after they protested their living and working conditions.
  
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• New inductees named to Norfolk Agricultural Hall of Fame

  05-09-2023 19:28 via farms.com
  Two individuals and one farm operation are the newest inductees into the Norfolk County Agricultural Hall of Fame.
  
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• WATCH: Rep. Slotkin participating in panel discussing agriculture ... - WILX

  05-09-2023 19:00
  
  WATCH: Rep. Slotkin participating in panel discussing agriculture ...  WILX
  
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• Ready, Set, Prepared: National Preparedness Month | National ... - National Institute of Food and Agriculture

  05-09-2023 18:25
  
  Ready, Set, Prepared: National Preparedness Month | National ...  National Institute of Food and Agriculture
  
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• Cows, Meet Precision Agriculture: A&T Dairy Unveils New ... - North Carolina A&T

  05-09-2023 18:21
  
  Cows, Meet Precision Agriculture: A&T Dairy Unveils New ...  North Carolina A&T
  
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• How technology can help solve agriculture's labor woes - Agri-Pulse

  05-09-2023 17:54
  How technology can help solve agriculture's labor woes  Agri-Pulse
  
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• Op-Ed: Bring the free market back to agriculture - The Center Square

  05-09-2023 17:25
  Op-Ed: Bring the free market back to agriculture  The Center Square
  
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• Roger Pelissero in The Globe and Mail: A vibrant history and bright future for the Canadian egg

  05-09-2023 17:16 via farms.com
  This year marks a special year for egg farmers across the country as we celebrate Egg Farmers of Canada’s 50th anniversary.As an egg farmer myself, I know that behind every egg is a story of care, knowledge and passion. So, as Egg Farmers of Canada celebrates this important milestone, I wanted to share with you some of the efforts we’ve enacted to make sure that our world-class farming standards, commitment to sustainability and connections to our local communities remain a top prior
  
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• Eighteen Per cent of Alberta Crop Harvested

  05-09-2023 17:06 via farms.com
  Harvest progress for major crops is reported at 18 per cent complete across Alberta, the Aug. 29 provincial crop report said. The south and central regions are ahead of long-term averages while the Peace is reporting average harvest progress and the north east and north west are slightly behind historical averages.“Reports indicate that harvest is progressing rapidly in the South and Central regions due to continued hot and dry conditions. In the northern regions of the province, reports i
  
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• In a Sea of Technology, Seed Stands Out at FCDC

  05-09-2023 17:05 via farms.com
  The Olds College Field Crop Development Centre has big goals as 2030 approaches, including seeing its barley varieties dominate the western Canadian landscape.In the vast prairies of Alberta, Olds College’s Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) stands as a beacon of innovation and research. The institution has become a key player in advancing agricultural technologies and practices.FCDC’s commitment to applied research has driven them to seek effective means of disseminating their fin
  
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• Wheat tumbles despite tight stocks

  05-09-2023 16:58 via farms.com
  Canada entered the 2023-24 crop year with the lowest combined wheat and durum stocks in history.Agriculture Canada estimates there were 3.24 million tonnes of both crops on hand as of Aug. 1, 2023.That would break the previous record low of 3.66 million tonnes set in 2021-22 following a severe drought.Analysts are also forecasting lacklustre Canadian wheat production. MarketsFarm pegged all-wheat production at 30.4 million tonnes as of the end of July, well below Agriculture Canada’s curre
  
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• Agco to introduce new round baler series

  05-09-2023 16:57 via farms.com
  The U.S. Farm Progress show held at the end of August has become a key venue used by North American manufacturers to unveil new machines.This year will be no exception.In mid-August, Agco gave an early preview of one new product that will make its public debut at the show, the Massey Ferguson 1 Series round balers.The variable-chamber 1 Series models for baling dry hay will be built in Agco’s haying equipment facility in Hesston, Kansas. Like the long line of haying equipment machines buil
  
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• Opinion: Support for livestock sector might need new approach

  05-09-2023 16:55 via farms.com
  This year’s drought is hurting all producers in affected areas, but those in the livestock sector are taking the brunt of it.Grass is burning up in the heat while the price of feed continues to increase as drought reduces feedgrain supplies.In Alberta, the provincial government is urging producers to use available water-related programs, as well as business risk management programs offered by Agricultural Financial Services Corp.The government has asked AFSC to double the low yield thresho
  
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• Verge Permaculture Merges with 5th World to Enhance Sustainability Education and Regenerative Agriculture Solutions

  05-09-2023 16:53 via farms.com
  Verge Permaculture, a leading provider of practical and useful educational courses for permaculture design and sustainability, has announced its merger with 5th World, a renowned consulting firm specializing in land regeneration, renewable energy greenhouse design, and construction, and regenerative agriculture discussions. The merger is expected to amplify their collective efforts to promote sustainable practices and regenerative agriculture solutions.Verge Permaculture, now named 'Verge from 5
  
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• Finalists chosen for Canadian Cattle Young Leaders mentorship program

  05-09-2023 16:51 via farms.com
  Roughly 16 people from across Canada are getting the chance to take part in a unique opportunity to advance their skills in the beef industry.The Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program, a national youth initiative of the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA), has announced its finalists for the 2023/24 year.They were chosen after taking part in roundtables where they were asked to share their thoughts on environmental sustainability, innovation and technology, succession planning, leadership, a
  
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• Prairie Crop Report

  05-09-2023 16:49 via farms.com
  Farmers in most areas of the prairies whould have made good progress with the harvest over the long weekend.It will be interesting to see just where this week's numbers sit.Alberta's weekly crop report came out on Friday which showed at the time 18 percent of the major crop harvest in the province was complete.Provincially, 74 per cent of the field peas are in, 29 per cent of the barley, and 19 per cent of the spring wheat have been harvested, while less than five per cent of the oats and canola
  
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• Harvesting operations attain one-third completion

  05-09-2023 16:45 via farms.com
  One-third of Saskatchewan grain and oilseeds was in the bin by the last Monday of August — ahead of the one-fifth five year average.Harvest progress among different regions varied considerably.The drought-stricken southwest was 60 per cent done, compared with the 40 per cent average, said the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture weekly crop report .In the southeast including Moose Jaw harvest was 35 per cent complete, two per cent more than average.The Moose Jaw-Regina crop district was 37
  
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• Accelerating research at Alberta’s universities

  05-09-2023 16:43 via farms.com
  Alberta is becoming one of the fastest growing and most innovative tech sectors in North America. This has led to increased investments in the province, job creation and talent retention in this sector. To help continue this success in the tech sector, Alberta’s government will provide the universities of Alberta and Calgary with $27.3 million over four years under the Major Innovation Fund.This fund will help these trail-blazing universities lead strategic initiatives to accelerate resear
  
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• Upstate agriculture research on display during Simpson Beef Cattle ... - Clemson News

  05-09-2023 16:27
  
  Upstate agriculture research on display during Simpson Beef Cattle ...  Clemson News
  
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• Smith announced as Emerging Iowa Leader Award recipient - College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

  05-09-2023 15:50
  
  Smith announced as Emerging Iowa Leader Award recipient  College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
  
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• CFIA provides Sask. bovine TB update

  05-09-2023 15:48 via farms.com
  Testing uncovered 10 cases of bovine TB in a Sask. cattle herd
  
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• Farm cash receipts, January to June 2023

  05-09-2023 15:46 via farms.com
  Farm cash receipts for Canadian farmers totalled $48.3 billion in the first two quarters of 2023, up $4.3 billion (+9.9%) from the same period in 2022
  
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• Manitobans heading to the polls next month

  05-09-2023 15:43 via farms.com
  Manitobans will elect their next government in October
  
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• OPP investigate theft of $600 worth of frozen meat

  05-09-2023 15:36 via farms.com
   The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police are investigating two break and enters to a business on Tremaine Avenue South in the Municipality of North Perth.
  
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• Wellington Farmers Market – Thank You!

  05-09-2023 15:31 via farms.com
  In order to contribute to the dynamism of the communities where it is established, Avantis Coopérative has relaunched for a 2nd edition its philanthropic campaign Coopère-Don for the benefit of rank-and-file workers, health establishments and family homes in the region.
  
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• GV Sustainability and Agriculture Project reopens annual farmers ... - Grand Valley Lanthorn

  05-09-2023 15:02
  
  GV Sustainability and Agriculture Project reopens annual farmers ...  Grand Valley Lanthorn
  
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• An unlikely match: viticulture meets controlled environment agriculture - hortidaily.com

  05-09-2023 13:43
  
  An unlikely match: viticulture meets controlled environment agriculture  hortidaily.com
  
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• 65 years-long research concludes: Mineral fertilizer supports ... - Yara International

  05-09-2023 13:04
  
  65 years-long research concludes: Mineral fertilizer supports ...  Yara International
  
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• Minneapolis startup Fractal Agriculture helps farmers acquire land - The Business Journals

  05-09-2023 13:00
  
  Minneapolis startup Fractal Agriculture helps farmers acquire land  The Business Journals
  
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• Minneapolis startup Fractal Agriculture helps farmers acquire land - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal

  05-09-2023 13:00
  
  Minneapolis startup Fractal Agriculture helps farmers acquire land  Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal
  
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• Meet the Agcelerators: People Transforming Agriculture ... - EURACTIV

  05-09-2023 12:01
  
  Meet the Agcelerators: People Transforming Agriculture ...  EURACTIV
  
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• G20: India can use leadership to focus attention on problems facing agriculture - Moneycontrol

  05-09-2023 10:54
  G20: India can use leadership to focus attention on problems facing agriculture  Moneycontrol
  
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• Mat Sabu: Agriculture Ministry expects local white rice supply to recover in October - Malay Mail

  05-09-2023 09:58
  Mat Sabu: Agriculture Ministry expects local white rice supply to recover in October  Malay Mail
  
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• Infrared Heater for Agriculture Market Quantitative, Qualitative and Growth Factors Analysis - Benzinga

  05-09-2023 09:45
  Infrared Heater for Agriculture Market Quantitative, Qualitative and Growth Factors Analysis  Benzinga
  
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• Testing, Inspection and Certification for Agriculture Market Trends ... - Benzinga

  05-09-2023 09:41
  
  Testing, Inspection and Certification for Agriculture Market Trends ...  Benzinga
  
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• Brazil's Agriculture Ministry allows 48 soybean producers to plant early - AgriCensus

  05-09-2023 09:27
  
  Brazil's Agriculture Ministry allows 48 soybean producers to plant early  AgriCensus
  
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• G20 technical workshop on climate resilient agriculture kicks off in Hyderabad - Zee Business

  05-09-2023 09:12
  G20 technical workshop on climate resilient agriculture kicks off in Hyderabad  Zee Business
  
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• Meet Syngenta's Agcelerators: People Transforming Agriculture - Business Wire

  05-09-2023 09:00
  
  Meet Syngenta's Agcelerators: People Transforming Agriculture  Business Wire
  
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• International Centre of Crop and Digital Agriculture opened at Narrabri - University of Sydney

  05-09-2023 08:55
  
  International Centre of Crop and Digital Agriculture opened at Narrabri  University of Sydney
  
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• Water finance may be new path forward for irrigated agriculture ... - Farm Progress

  05-09-2023 08:51
  
  Water finance may be new path forward for irrigated agriculture ...  Farm Progress
  
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• Agriculture Automation and Control Systems Market by Trends, Demand and Opportunities to 2029 - Ag Leader - Benzinga

  05-09-2023 08:44
  Agriculture Automation and Control Systems Market by Trends, Demand and Opportunities to 2029 - Ag Leader  Benzinga
  
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• G20 technical workshop on climate resilient agriculture kicks off in Hyderabad - Devdiscourse

  05-09-2023 08:43
  G20 technical workshop on climate resilient agriculture kicks off in Hyderabad  Devdiscourse
  
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• Agriculture Solar Pumps Market 2023 Precise Outlook-Lorentz, CRI Group, Shakti Solar Pumping System, Stra - Benzinga

  05-09-2023 08:14
  Agriculture Solar Pumps Market 2023 Precise Outlook-Lorentz, CRI Group, Shakti Solar Pumping System, Stra  Benzinga
  
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• Investing in agriculture technology: What gain for Africa? - Tribune Online

  05-09-2023 08:07
  
  Investing in agriculture technology: What gain for Africa?  Tribune Online
  
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• Commentary: Protecting Illinois agriculture in the 2023 Farm Bill ... - Jacksonville Journal-Courier

  05-09-2023 07:25
  
  Commentary: Protecting Illinois agriculture in the 2023 Farm Bill ...  Jacksonville Journal-Courier
  
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• Punjab Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian inspects cotton crop in Muktsar - The Tribune India

  05-09-2023 06:59
  Punjab Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian inspects cotton crop in Muktsar  The Tribune India
  
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