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• Huntington Co. farmer paving the way for women in agriculture - WANE

  15-03-2024 22:53
  Huntington Co. farmer paving the way for women in agriculture  WANE
  
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• Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson issued the following statement on ‘Product of USA’ voluntary labelling: - Farms.com

  15-03-2024 22:50
  Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson issued the following statement on ‘Product of USA’ voluntary labelling:  Farms.com
  
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• Wenatchee-based CMI Orchards, Royal Family Farms partner to turn agriculture waste into soil - wenatcheeworld.com

  15-03-2024 22:45
  Wenatchee-based CMI Orchards, Royal Family Farms partner to turn agriculture waste into soil  wenatcheeworld.com
  
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• U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service | | wvnews.com - WV News

  15-03-2024 22:14
  
  U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service | | wvnews.com  WV News
  
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• Bayer Pilots Unique Generative AI Tool for Agriculture - grainnet.com

  15-03-2024 21:37
  
  Bayer Pilots Unique Generative AI Tool for Agriculture  grainnet.com
  
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• Students celebrate Agriculture Literacy Week with kickoff event - York Dispatch

  15-03-2024 21:19
  
  Students celebrate Agriculture Literacy Week with kickoff event  York Dispatch
  
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• Noted soil chemist to talk about climate-resilient agriculture March 26 - Rural Radio Network

  15-03-2024 21:02
  
  Noted soil chemist to talk about climate-resilient agriculture March 26  Rural Radio Network
  
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• Brock research farm to grow future of sustainable agriculture in Canada with $3.5M CFI grant - Brock University

  15-03-2024 20:59
  
  Brock research farm to grow future of sustainable agriculture in Canada with $3.5M CFI grant  Brock University
  
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• Industrial strength cleaning wipes that are safe for your skin

  15-03-2024 20:53 via farms.com
  Clean grease easily with Tub O’ Towels.
  
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• $783K Awarded to Support Urban Agriculture and Farmers via Inland Empire Resource Conservation District - The Inland Empire Community

  15-03-2024 20:42
  
  $783K Awarded to Support Urban Agriculture and Farmers via Inland Empire Resource Conservation District  The Inland Empire Community
  
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• A Reloadable Utility Knife

  15-03-2024 20:17 via farms.com
  A utility knife is an essential farmer tool found a farmer’s pocket until needed.
  
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• Maryland Department of Agriculture Issues Maryland Food and Agricultural Resiliency Grants - maryland.gov

  15-03-2024 20:00
  
  Maryland Department of Agriculture Issues Maryland Food and Agricultural Resiliency Grants  maryland.gov
  
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• How labor shortages are affecting agriculture | | tribuneledgernews.com - Cherokee Tribune Ledger News

  15-03-2024 19:40
  
  How labor shortages are affecting agriculture | | tribuneledgernews.com  Cherokee Tribune Ledger News
  
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• Innovating agriculture for a greener world - UC Santa Cruz

  15-03-2024 19:09
  
  Innovating agriculture for a greener world  UC Santa Cruz
  
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• Showcasing Youth Excellence in Agriculture, Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show - alachuacountytoday.com

  15-03-2024 19:05
  
  Showcasing Youth Excellence in Agriculture, Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show  alachuacountytoday.com
  
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• Volume of Saskatchewan's Agri-Food Exports to India Sees Over 70 Per Cent Increase

  15-03-2024 18:45 via farms.com
  India, already one of the top global markets for Saskatchewan's agriculture producers, is also one of the fastest-growing with provincial agri-food exports increasing in volume by over 71 per cent in 2023, when compared to 2022.Exports of Saskatchewan lentils and peas to India, the province's largest pulse market, experienced significant growth by the end of 2023. Saskatchewan's total agri-food export volume to India ranked second in year-over-year growth among its markets, behind only Nigeria a
  
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• Government of Saskatchewan Commits $15 Million to Global Institute for Food Security at the University of Saskatchewan

  15-03-2024 18:43 via farms.com
  Agriculture Minister David Marit announced a funding commitment today of $15 million over five years to the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan.Founded in 2012 as part of the University of Saskatchewan's world-class agri-science hub, GIFS works with its partners to provide expertise and leadership in the discovery, development and delivery of innovative solutions to produce globally sustainable food."This kind of substantial commitment is fundamental to ke
  
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• Canada's farmland values continued to climb in 2023, FCC reports

  15-03-2024 18:41 via farms.com
  The average value of Canadian farmland continued its steady climb in 2023, increasing by 11.5 per cent, slightly less than the 12.8 per cent increase reported in 2022, according to the latest FCC Farmland Values Report."Farmland prices have continued to increase at a rapid pace over the last couple of years, even when economic conditions suggested the growth should slow," said J.P. Gervais, FCC's chief economist. "A limited supply of available farmland combined with a robust demand from farm ope
  
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• Northwest College to host UW seminar on family businesses in agriculture - The Fence Post

  15-03-2024 18:39
  
  Northwest College to host UW seminar on family businesses in agriculture  The Fence Post
  
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• Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson issued the following statement on ‘Product of USA’ voluntary labelling:

  15-03-2024 18:39 via farms.com
  “Alberta is deeply concerned about the United States’ plans to implement ‘Product of USA’ voluntary labelling on meat, poultry and eggs derived from animals born, raised, slaughtered and processed in the United States. When this decision comes into effect in January 2026, it could disrupt the highly integrated meat and livestock supply chains that exist between Canada and the United States.“We are committed to making sure Alberta producers and processors continue to
  
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• Engaging Agriculture: Roundtable Discusses Technology on the Ranch - Morning Ag Clips -

  15-03-2024 18:25
  
  Engaging Agriculture: Roundtable Discusses Technology on the Ranch  Morning Ag Clips -
  
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• McCombie Brings Dozens of Women Together for First Women in Agriculture Meeting - River Country 101.7

  15-03-2024 18:01
  
  McCombie Brings Dozens of Women Together for First Women in Agriculture Meeting  River Country 101.7
  
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• Noted soil chemist to talk about climate-resilient agriculture March 26 - AgUpdate

  15-03-2024 17:45
  Noted soil chemist to talk about climate-resilient agriculture March 26  AgUpdate
  
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• Shade-Grown Coffee Shows the Benefits of Combining Agriculture and Conservation - Lab Manager Magazine

  15-03-2024 17:39
  
  Shade-Grown Coffee Shows the Benefits of Combining Agriculture and Conservation  Lab Manager Magazine
  
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• The storied history of Henry Ford, Ford Motor Company and agriculture - Farmers Advance

  15-03-2024 17:24
  
  The storied history of Henry Ford, Ford Motor Company and agriculture  Farmers Advance
  
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• OCP Africa's Udongo Platform Spurs Digital Revolution in Agriculture - Morocco World News

  15-03-2024 17:21
  
  OCP Africa's Udongo Platform Spurs Digital Revolution in Agriculture  Morocco World News
  
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• Plantation Agriculture Museum to hold Japanese cherry blossom festival and open new exhibit on Saturday - Stuttgart Daily Leader

  15-03-2024 16:30
  
  Plantation Agriculture Museum to hold Japanese cherry blossom festival and open new exhibit on Saturday  Stuttgart Daily Leader
  
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• EU Mulls Restrictions on Imports of Russian Agriculture Products - Bloomberg

  15-03-2024 16:21
  
  EU Mulls Restrictions on Imports of Russian Agriculture Products  Bloomberg
  
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• Nebraska Corn Board recognizes agriculture leaders at annual awards dinner - Norfolk Daily News

  15-03-2024 15:34
  Nebraska Corn Board recognizes agriculture leaders at annual awards dinner  Norfolk Daily News
  
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• Celebrating Nebraska Agriculture on National Ag Week - Chadrad

  15-03-2024 15:22
  
  Celebrating Nebraska Agriculture on National Ag Week  Chadrad
  
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• Funding to provincial farmland conservation organization to support specialized course on rural land use planning

  15-03-2024 15:11 via farms.com
  The Ontario Farmland Trust (OFT) and the University of Guelph’s Rural Planning and Development (RPD) master’s program have partnered to develop a specialized course in farmland protection
  
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• Big Yellow Bag Give & Grow Program

  15-03-2024 15:08 via farms.com
  The Ontario Farmland Trust has joined the Big Yellow Bag Give & Grow program!
  
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• Virginia Tech Celebrates National Agriculture Week - The Roanoke Star

  15-03-2024 15:06
  
  Virginia Tech Celebrates National Agriculture Week  The Roanoke Star
  
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• Ontario Variety Performance Information Now Available in Single Website

  15-03-2024 15:05 via farms.com
  A new website will allow Ontario producers to now access variety performance information for all major crops in a single place. 
  
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• Minister MacAulay marks the retirement of Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission

  15-03-2024 15:01 via farms.com
  Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, congratulated Doug Chorney on his upcoming retirement from his position as Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC)
  
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• Land grant legacy: How MSU and extension support Native communities today - Bozeman Daily Chronicle

  15-03-2024 15:00
  Land grant legacy: How MSU and extension support Native communities today  Bozeman Daily Chronicle
  
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• Minister MacAulay announces re-appointment to Canadian Grain Commission

  15-03-2024 14:59 via farms.com
  Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the re-appointment of Lonny McKague as Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC).
  
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• Farmer concerned about potential TikTok ban

  15-03-2024 14:58 via farms.com
  TikTok can be helpful for farmers and agribusinesses
  
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• Minister MacAulay attends Seafood Expo North America in Boston to promote Canadian seafood

  15-03-2024 14:57 via farms.com
  Building on a successful mission to Southeast Asia where he officially opened Canada’s first-ever trade office for agriculture and seafood in the Indo-Pacific region, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, travelled to Boston, Massachusetts this week to attend Seafood Expo North America, the largest seafood trade exposition in North America. 
  
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• Theft of maple syrup collection equipment reported

  15-03-2024 14:51 via farms.com
  On March 13, 2024, at 8:17 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address on Vanneck Road, just south of Eight Mile Road in Middlesex Centre for the report of a theft.
  
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• Sprayers take spotlight at equipment auction

  15-03-2024 14:50 via farms.com
  Of the five items that sold for the highest prices, four were sprayers
  
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• Integrative framework for successful deployment of microbiomes in agriculture - hortidaily.com

  15-03-2024 14:30
  
  Integrative framework for successful deployment of microbiomes in agriculture  hortidaily.com
  
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• Agriculture: Growing a climate for tomorrow - Indianapolis Recorder

  15-03-2024 13:53
  
  Agriculture: Growing a climate for tomorrow  Indianapolis Recorder
  
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• Bayer pilots generative AI tool for agriculture - Fruitnet

  15-03-2024 13:08
  
  Bayer pilots generative AI tool for agriculture  Fruitnet
  
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• Antibiotics in farming: Rethinking agriculture practices to stop overuse - Innovation News Network

  15-03-2024 13:02
  
  Antibiotics in farming: Rethinking agriculture practices to stop overuse  Innovation News Network
  
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• Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario Empowers Future Agricultural Leaders with $10,000 in Scholarships

  15-03-2024 12:44 via farms.com
  The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (CFFO) is pleased to announce its annual scholarship program, offering up to $10,000 in financial assistance to support youth pursuing studies in agriculture and agri-business. As part of its commitment to nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders, the CFFO will award four scholarships worth $2,500 each to eligible candidates.To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following qualifications: • Must be a secondary
  
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• Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) Advocates for Sustainable Agriculture and Affordability in Parliament Hill Meetings

  15-03-2024 12:40 via farms.com
  Following the spirited celebrations of Canada’s Agriculture Day earlier this week, the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) continued the momentum into a day of impactful advocacy on Parliament Hill on Thursday, February 15th. Engaging in meetings with 40 Members of Parliament, Senators, and key government officials, including a significant session with the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture, FVGC underscored the vital role of Canadian farmers in sustaining the n
  
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• Keeping Canadians safe and tracking severe weather: Government of Canada completes 33 state-of-the-art radar modernization projects across Canada

  15-03-2024 12:23 via farms.com
  Weather services, such as weather and environmental prediction, are more important than ever in preparing for, and responding to, increasingly severe weather as a result of climate change. A robust and modern weather service is critical to protecting the health, safety, and property of Canadians. That is why, since 2016, Canada has invested $180.4 million to install 32 state-of-the-art weather radars, and one training radar, across Canada.Today, Environment and Climate Change Canada hosted a med
  
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• What agriculture means to me - High Plains Journal

  15-03-2024 12:20
  
  What agriculture means to me  High Plains Journal
  
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• Data highlights the significant contributions of five crops to the Manitoba economy

  15-03-2024 12:19 via farms.com
  A new study is emphasizing the importance of Manitoba agriculture.Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA) contracted information services company GlobalData to examine and assess the impact of Manitoba-grown wheat, barley, grain corn, sunflower and flax on the province’s economy. Durum was not included.GlobalData found that the total economic impact of MCA’s five crop types averaged roughly $6.9 billion over the past three years, including more than 28,000 Manitoba jobs and $2.5 billion in wage
  
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