The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-09-13
The Legacy of Corn Nitrogen Fertilizer: Study Shows Lengthy Impact in Tile Drained Systems
Midwestern soils are among the most productive in the world, thanks in part to extensive tile drainage systems that remove excess water from crop fields. But water isn’t the only thing flowing through... Read more
2024-09-13
Feds earmark $87.5M to develop sustainable agriculture projects over next 4 years
An announcement Thursday in eastern Prince Edward Island confirmed that $87.5 million in federal funds will be going toward developing sustainable agriculture projects in the next four years. Read more
2024-09-13
Biden-Harris Administration Invests $100 Million to Expand Work to Confront the Wildfire Crisis as Part of Investing in America Agenda
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the Biden-Harris Administration is investing $100 million in 21 new projects to expand work on the USDA Forest Service’s
Wildfire Crisis Strategy to... Read more
2024-09-13
2024 Cover Crop and Soil Health Field Day Kicks Off Sept. 17
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2024-09-13
Global Study Identifies Practices for Climate-Resilient Agriculture
Global research has revealed the two-way relationship between
climate change and agriculture. Agriculture is a major driver of climate change, extinction, and pollution, with major environmental... Read more
2024-09-13
USDA Announces Growing Trade Deficit as Imports of Fruits & Vegetables Continue to Rise
USDA announced last week that agricultural imports are expected to reach a record $212 billion in FY2025. Fueled in part by growing imports of fruits and vegetables, USDA now forecasts an agricultural... Read more
2024-09-13
What's that Green Carpet Under the Harvested Crop?
Read What`s that Green Carpet Under the Harvested Crop? in addition to hundreds of recent farming and agriculture news articles. View up to date crop reports, livestock information and ag industry... Read more
2024-09-13
Department of Energy Chief of Staff Surveys Progress at Iowa State Solar Farm
In the form of a juicy red strawberry, a U.S. Department of Energy representative tasted the fruits of researchers’ labor Sept. 4 at the Alliant Energy Solar Farm at Iowa State University. Read more
2024-09-13
Is the southwest experiencing drought again?
Parts of southwestern Saskatchewan have returned to drought conditions after a dry summer. Read more
2024-09-13
Todd Janzen to deliver keynote on Ag Data Transparent in Canada
EMILI is thrilled to welcome Todd J. Janzen to Winnipeg November 7, 2024 to present a keynote address on the role of Ag Data Transparent in strengthening communication with farmers about agriculture... Read more
2024-09-13
EMILI launches interactive farm map with new website to share data and insights
The interactive map is an educational tool that allows people to learn about activities taking place on Innovation Farms and explore digital agriculture careers. Read more
2024-09-13
Scratching The Surface: What Is Making My Cattle Itchy?
Background: Producers and veterinarians have reported situations where cattle have lost hair and showed signs of being “itchy” even after being treated with a pour-on product (e.g., Ivomec, Dectomax,... Read more