The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-06-29
Dead zone in Chesapeake Bay forecast to be smaller this year
The low-oxygen “dead zone” in the Chesapeake Bay will be markedly smaller this summer than its long-term average size, said a team of researchers on Tuesday. Read more
2022-06-29
Evening Edition | Wednesday, June 29, 2022
In tonight’s Evening Edition, read about technology announcements for farmers, Argentina grain markets, and environmental updates. Read more
2022-06-29
G7 nations pledge additional $4.5 billion for food aid
Up to 323 million people worldwide are at risk of starvation due to the pandemic, climate change, global economic woes and warfare, said the leaders of the world’s leading democracies. Read more
2022-06-29
Crops are suffering from relentless heat
Here's a look at the stress of excessive temperatures on crops in South Dakota and Alabama. Read more
2022-06-29
Corteva, BASF, and MS Technologies team up to create soybeans with nematode-resistant trait
Enlist E3 soybeans featuring a nematode-resistant trait to be commercialized by the late 2020s, pending regulatory approval and field-testing completion. Read more
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2022-06-29
Bushel launches digital payment network for agriculture
With nearly 90% of payments in agriculture done through paper checks, Bushel's new tools are designed to help the industry go digital. Read more
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2022-06-29
Farmers cut food production as costs soar
Soaring costs are forcing farmers to cut back on food and milk production. Read more
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2022-06-29
Thousands due to return to Royal Norfolk Show
The Covid-hit show is back for the first time in three years - with Princess Anne the royal guest. Read more
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2022-06-29
With vast arable lands, why is Africa dependent on imported grain? 29.06.2022
Despite having vast amounts of arable land, nutritious indigenous crops and a booming agricultural sector, Africa still imports most of its grain. Read more
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2022-06-29
With vast arable lands, why does Africa need to import grain?
Despite having vast amounts of arable land, nutritious indigenous crops and a booming agricultural sector, Africa still imports most of its grain. Read more
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2022-06-29
Testing the Use of Human Urine as a Natural Fertilizer for Crops
A team of researchers from several institutions in Niger, Germany and the U.K. has conducted a real-world test of the use of human urine as a natural form of fertilizer for crops. In their paper... Read more
2022-06-29
Are Illinois Agricultural Retailers Increasing their Margins for Anhydrous Ammonia Over Time?
Carl Zulauf
Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics
Ohio State University Read more