The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-02-16
Preview: Massey Ferguson 6S and 7S tractors at National Farm Machinery Show
Take a look behind the scenes at National Farm Machinery Show as Massey Ferguson prepares to show their new 6S and 7S tractors to the public in North America for the first time. Read more
machinery news,news
2022-02-15
Pleasant-Smelling Wood Oil Not So Pleasant for Biting Ticks, Other Pests
Cedarwood oil can be found in many consumer products—perfumes, soaps and deodorants among them. In addition to its pleasing scent, cedarwood oil also is prized for its insect-repelling and anti-fungal... Read more
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2022-02-09
Topcon adds Inbound Tracker to its precision feeding lineup
The Inbound Tracker allows producers to more precisely track and manage feed deliveries. Read more
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2022-02-07
Could growing feed indoors be a solution for your cattle operation?
Before the 2022 Animal AgTech Innovation Summit, HydroGreen’s Thierry Perrotin shares how technology can help producers achieve sustainable, nutritious feed for animals – indoors. Read more
2022-02-02
Why Greeneye Technology is teaming up with Farmers Business Network
Greeneye Technology’s precision spraying system can distinguish between crops and weeds and even between weed species. Read more
technology news,news
2022-02-02
New ARS Food and Nutrition Research Briefs Issued
ComBase, an online quantitative food microbiology database with more than 65,000 records, helps companies design and implement better food safety programs, document regulatory compliance, and test new... Read more
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2022-01-28
Soil health initiative by Danone North America sees meaningful results
As the company wraps up year four of its initiative, assessment of its regenerative agriculture program reveals significant performance. Read more
2022-01-28
Polk County buys newfangled cover crop tractor for upstream farmers
An Iowa county is purchasing a $600,000 tractor to encourage cover crop usage and improve water quality. Read more
machinery news,news
2022-01-28
Feed the microbes
Why soil is key to addressing climate change. Read more
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2022-01-26
Saltier Groundwater Does Long Lasting Damage to Almonds, But Less Than Previously Feared
When salty groundwater is used to irrigate almond orchards, production can be significantly reduced and the damage to trees can last for years, according to Agriculture Research Service studies. Read more
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2022-01-25
California judge rules Prop 12 enforcement should be temporarily halted on whole pork sales
A California court has ruled for a halt in Proposition 12 enforcement for pork retailers, which will stay in effect until 180 days after regulations surrounding Proposition 12 have been finalized. Read more
2022-01-25
Can a Deluge Compensate for Losses in Productivity and Carbon Uptake During a Drought?
Heavy rainfall or a "deluge" in eastern Colorado.
Photo by Olivia Hajek, Colorado State University Read more
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