The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-11-09
Toxic harvest: How pesticides threaten India's farmers
In India's Punjab state, where farms sustain families, pesticides are poisoning local residents. Farmers and their families face chronic health problems and lack of access to medical care. Read more
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2024-11-09
Spain's farmers, wolves clash in ongoing battle
Castile and Leon is home to western Europe's largest wolf population. The wolves are putting livestock at risk, and farmers want to bring back wolf culls. But EU rules on hunting are stringent. Read more
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2024-11-09
Farmers or corporations — who should control seeds?
The EU is reforming laws around seed regulation, which could pose major challenges for independent plant-breeders of old varieties. The decision could have a global impact. Will it be a victory for... Read more
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2024-11-09
Danish farmers to pay climate fee for methane-burping cows
Denmark is the first country to agree on introducing a tax on climate-damaging emissions from the agricultural sector. Farmers will start paying the tax in 2030. Read more
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2024-11-08
Will you be Joining Alberta’s Efforts to Rat on Rats?
Alberta's new campaign calls on Albertans to report any rat signs, helping preserve its rat-free status. A $110,000 investment supports this effort, ensuring Alberta stays rat-free. Read more
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2024-11-08
Canadian beef genetic delegation travels to Kansas
Kansas and Canada strengthen ties as Canadian beef genetics experts visitKansas to explore seedstock operations and foster cross-border trade. Read more
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2024-11-08
President-elect Trump’s potential Agriculture Secretary picks
Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller is believed to be in the running Read more
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2024-11-08
Local Insights from 2022 Ag Census
Access detailed 2022 agricultural data by zip code via NASS’s Quick Stats, facilitating precise community and industry planning. Read more
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2024-11-08
Key insights from upcoming USDA report
Friday’s USDA report will likely refine corn and soybean production estimates and update global wheat stocks, impacting agricultural markets. Read more
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2024-11-08
Maximize Harvests with the New CR10 Combine
New Holland’s CR10 combine, designed to enhance harvest productivity, was recently unveiled in North America. It features new technology for efficiency, minimizing crop loss, and reducing the cost of... Read more
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2024-11-08
Lethbridge Event Spotlights Young Farmers
Canada's top young farmers will be celebrated in Lethbridge, AB, showcasing their achievements and dedication to agriculture from November 27 to December 1, 2024. Read more
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2024-11-08
NASS Releases 2022 Census of Agriculture Zip Code Tabulations
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released 2022 Census of Agriculture data tabulated by zip code. This allows users to explore farm... Read more