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• Minnesota farms are consolidating and other takeaways from the Census of Agriculture - Minnesota Reformer

  14-02-2024 22:29
  
  Minnesota farms are consolidating and other takeaways from the Census of Agriculture  Minnesota Reformer
  
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• EU abandons plan to reduce use of pesticides by half

  14-02-2024 19:28 via farms.com
  The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has announced plans to scrap a proposal halving pesticide use across the European Union (EU).
  
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• As the Number of American Farms and Farmers Declines, Agriculture Secretary Urges Climate Action to Reverse the ... - InsideClimate News

  14-02-2024 18:15
  As the Number of American Farms and Farmers Declines, Agriculture Secretary Urges Climate Action to Reverse the ...  InsideClimate News
  
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• Why we Need to Learn From the Past to Fight 2024’s Insects

  14-02-2024 18:06 via farms.com
  Alberta farmers only need to look at the history of their fields and weather from years past to predict what pests and crop diseases they’ll face this year. Part 1 of a four-part feature. Farmers in Alberta can expect history to repeat itself in 2024. To predict what pests and diseases may impact crops during the 2024 growing season, they should look at the history of their fields and past weather conditions to know what to expect.“(They need) to be out in the field scouting, knowing
  
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• US agriculture secretary sees 'chaos' in meat market without congressional action on Prop 12 - Reuters

  14-02-2024 18:05
  
  US agriculture secretary sees 'chaos' in meat market without congressional action on Prop 12  Reuters
  
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• Alberta Pulse Growers Invests $2 Million in Partner Funding for Federal Cluster Research Projects

  14-02-2024 18:03 via farms.com
  Alberta Pulse Growers (APG) has committed almost $2 million to nine Pulse Cluster projects under the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) AgriScience Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, including work to mitigate root rot risk and other issues affecting Alberta pulse farmers.“Canadian pulse farmers are vitally important to our economy,” said the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. “This investment w
  
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• Recognizing Alberta’s agricultural leaders

  14-02-2024 18:01 via farms.com
  The Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame honours individuals who have advanced Alberta’s agriculture industries, food industries and rural life. Albertans are encouraged to nominate an agricultural leader in their community.Every two years, up to three individuals who have demonstrated exemplary leadership while making a provincewide impact on their industries are inducted.“I am continually impressed by the dedication and pride demonstrated by our agricultural and agri-food leaders. The
  
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• Three Takeaways from the USDA Census of Agriculture - Modern Farmer

  14-02-2024 17:20
  
  Three Takeaways from the USDA Census of Agriculture  Modern Farmer
  
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• Prepare for More Volatility Ahead: Analyst

  14-02-2024 17:00 via farms.com
  Agricultural market volatility has increased over the past few years, and it seems a safe bet for farmers to prepare for more of it ahead, according to a grain analyst. 
  
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• Why California agriculture regulators are stripping Redlands citrus trees of their fruit - Redlands Daily Facts

  14-02-2024 16:02
  Why California agriculture regulators are stripping Redlands citrus trees of their fruit  Redlands Daily Facts
  
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• FCC Forecasts Drop in 2024 Farm Cash Receipts

  14-02-2024 14:18 via farms.com
  Farm Credit Canada is forecasting a decline in farm cash receipts in 2024, potentially the first such fall in 15 years. 
  
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• $1M grants for western Canada community projects

  14-02-2024 14:11 via farms.com
  Celebrating a decade of building stronger communities, Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) and local Co-ops across Western Canada are once again offering $1 million in funding through the Co-op Community Spaces program. This initiative supports capital projects focused on recreation, environmental conservation, and urban agriculture.
  
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• Area farmers learn about top-soil mapping, other innovations at Wilbur-Ellis Grower Meeting

  14-02-2024 14:09 via farms.com
  “SoilOptix® soil mapping tool was the subject of a presentation given by Ryan DeMorrow, Wilbur-Ellis ag tech lead, at Wilbur-Ellis’ grower meeting.”
  
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• $13M for Ontario's meat processing industry

  14-02-2024 14:08 via farms.com
  The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking a significant step forward with an investment of  $13 million in the province's meat processing industry.
  
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• Boost your farm with trees now

  14-02-2024 14:07 via farms.com
  Looking to transform your farm and contribute to a greener tomorrow? The 50 Million Tree Program (50 MTP) offers an incredible opportunity to not only increase your land's value but also to play an important role in environmental conservation.
  
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• B.C. farmer running for Conservative Party of BC

  14-02-2024 14:02 via farms.com
  Alexandra Wright farms in Kelowna with her husband Jo
  
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• PBO studies amended Bill C-234

  14-02-2024 13:57 via farms.com
  Bill C-234 amendments reduce the savings benefits for Canadian farmers
  
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• USDA releases 2022 Census of Agriculture

  14-02-2024 13:53 via farms.com
  The census found that 95 percent of U.S. farms are family owned
  
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• OFA supports planning for the next generation of farmers

  14-02-2024 13:36 via farms.com
  For any business owner, planning for the future involves serious decision-making about what will happen to the business. Whether transition to a next generation family member or sale to a new owner, the process requires careful thought and planning.
  
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• Advocates praise inclusion of hemp in USDA Census of Agriculture - Marijuana Business Daily

  14-02-2024 12:30
  
  Advocates praise inclusion of hemp in USDA Census of Agriculture  Marijuana Business Daily
  
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• Equipment manufacturers focus on technology

  14-02-2024 11:45 via farms.com
  Images of autonomous machines working on their own in fields can easily grab the attention of early-adopter producers, especially those facing a labour crunch.They also make impressive headlines and brand announcements.However, even though several concept, prototype and even a few production machines have appeared on the scene, nearly all producers will again still be sitting in their tractor cabs to get next spring’s crop in the ground.There seems to be unanimous agreement among executive
  
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• Trade and technical missions highlight the value of Canadian Wheat

  14-02-2024 11:42 via farms.com
  Each year Cereals Canada visits its many trading partners to discuss the previous growing season and quality of the wheat crop.The New Crop Trade and Technical Missions made stops in key markets for Canadian wheat in Asia, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.Four delegations traveled to 17 countries to present the 2023 New Wheat Crop Report to global customers.The delegations were made up of Cereals Canada trade and technical experts, exporters, and commissioners and staff from th
  
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• American Biogas Council: 2023 was third year of record US biogas growth

  14-02-2024 11:41 via farms.com
  Newly-released data from the American Biogas Council (ABC) indicates that 2023 was the third year of record growth across the US biogas industry, with nearly 100 new projects coming online last year, representing $1.8 billion (€1.6 billion) in capital investments.ABC expects this growth to continue into 2024, with more than 100 new projects already projected to go into operation this year.Landfill gas leads both investment dollars and biogas output Landfill gas (LFG) continues to dominate i
  
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• Bunge Could be the Largest Grain Buyer in Canada

  14-02-2024 11:36 via farms.com
  The proposed merger between Bunge and Viterra could drastically shift grain marketing for Canadian farmers for years to come. Initially announced in June of 2023, and expected to be completed mid-2024, the merger has come under scrutiny here in Canada and abroad.The Competition Bureau of Canada and Transport Canada are currently going through the regulatory review process to look at the impact this merger would have on the market competitiveness of grain elevator access for growers and export ca
  
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• CCGA opens applications for the Cash Advance Payments Program

  14-02-2024 11:33 via farms.com
  Farmers can now apply for the Federal Government's 2024 Cash Advance program.The Advance Payments Program is a federal loan program that offers Canadian farmers marketing flexibility through interest-free and low-interest cash advances.The Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA) -one of the organizations that administers the program - began taking applications on Monday.The early application process means qualified producers should have access to the money beginning April 1st.Farmers can appl
  
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• Today is Canadian Agriculture Day!

  14-02-2024 11:32 via farms.com
  Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay released a statement Tuesday in recognition of Canadian Agriculture Day.Today and every day, Canada's hard-working farmers put fresh, nutritious food on our tables, and consistently deliver the very best agricultural products, all while caring for our planet.As a farmer myself, I know that farming is a passion that goes far beyond just a job, and I want to make sure our farmers can succeed for generations to come. That's why we're investing in progr
  
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• Artificial intelligence emerges in agriculture - Farm Progress

  14-02-2024 09:01
  
  Artificial intelligence emerges in agriculture  Farm Progress
  
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• WV agriculture bill revives concerns over planned fumigation facility - Fox News

  14-02-2024 02:00
  WV agriculture bill revives concerns over planned fumigation facility  Fox News
  
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• West Virginia agriculture bill stokes fears about pesticide-spewing logging facility - The Associated Press

  14-02-2024 00:05
  
  West Virginia agriculture bill stokes fears about pesticide-spewing logging facility  The Associated Press
  
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