The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-05-24
Plant diversity on Alberta rangelands is minimally affected by management intensive cattle grazing, study finds
The way ranchers graze their cattle doesn’t make much difference in plant diversity on the land, according to a U of A study. Read more
2022-05-24
LFP Payment Rate Calculation
The Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) provides assistance in the form of monetary payments to livestock producers and contract growers who have been impacted by a “severe drought” (D2) or higher... Read more
2022-05-24
New Study by UMass Boston Professor Looks at How Bird Flu Spreads
A highly pathogenic avian influenza—more commonly known as bird flu— has been rapidly spreading across the globe and in the past months has finally entered the U.S. Read more
2022-05-24
Equip Future Agricultural Leaders: AgCareers.com Roundtable to Discuss Pivotal HR Trends
Examining employment, workforce, and hiring trends takes on a whole new level of importance after the pivotal events of the past two years.
“In the 20 years of the annual
AgCareers.com HR... Read more
2022-05-24
Government of Canada launches consultations on the development of the Pan-Canadian Genomics Strategy
OTTAWA, ON - Over the past years, Canada has built renowned world-class strength in genomics research. This, along with our strong public health care system, diverse ecosystems, and abundant natural... Read more
2022-05-24
FCC supports beef sustainability program
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) has created a new offering to attract and recognize Canadian beef producers certified to sustainability standards set by the
Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB). Read more
2022-05-24
Drought Raises Questions About When, How To Cull Cattle Herds
As current
drought conditions in western Oklahoma worsen past what they were in 2010 and 2011, cattle producers across the state are faced with making
difficult herd management decisions. Read more
2022-05-24
Consider Planting Cover Crops for Livestock Forage
Prevented planting provides an opportunity for farmers to plant cover crops for livestock forage. Read more
2022-05-24
USDA Announces Additional Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors
Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint two U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regional positions, including one Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director and one Rural... Read more
2022-05-24
Dairy Groups Welcome Ipef, Seek Prioritization Of Market Access Provisions
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) welcomed the
announced launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) today and the opportunity it... Read more
2022-05-24
Beware Of Wolves In Sheep’s Clothing
MO PTAC staff continually warn clients of companies that engage in deceptive marketing practices by disguising themselves to look like official government websites, then charge businesses for things... Read more
2022-05-24
Climate Change Increases Milk Production
Researchers found that increasing temperatures from climate change may slightly increase milk production, despite the heat stress on cows. Read more