The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-15
2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the US Federation of Worker Cooperatives
When Congress enacted the Cooperative Marketing Act of 1926, it directed the USDA to create a range of federal services in support of producer-owned cooperatives. For nearly 100 years, USDA has... Read more
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2024-10-15
USDA Intern Gains Hands-on Experience and Learns the Value of Networking
Marco Antonio Alcantar Alvarez, a rising sophomore at California State University majoring in graphic design, was one of 14 students selected for an internship over the summer with the U.S. Department... Read more
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2024-10-14
U.S. battles rising Bird Flu impact
Bird flu outbreaks in the U.S. escalate, affecting humans and cattle, leading to urgent actions for vaccination and containment. Read more
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2024-10-14
Solar panels prove compatible with corn
A Purdue University study reveals corn can successfully grow under elevated solar panels, marking a breakthrough in agrivoltaics. Read more
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2024-10-14
Bird Flu alert for U.S. dairy products
Partnership focuses on safety tests for U.S. dairy amid rising concerns of Avian Influenza in livestock. Read more
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2024-10-14
Act boosts farm’s green credentials
The Inflation Reduction Act aids a Washington organic farm in adopting energy-efficient practices, enhancing sustainability. Read more
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2024-10-14
Farmers explore solar with new UMass tools
UMass Amherst's new analytical tools help farmers decide on integrating solar power with traditional farming. Read more
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2024-10-14
Kentucky Corn Growers Association Hosts International Guests for Exploration of Dried Distillers Grains
After attending the U.S. Grains Council’s Export Exchange 2024 Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, from October 7-9, 14 participants from Central America, South America, and the Caribbean traveled to... Read more
2024-10-14
During Farm-to-School Month, State Agriculture Commissioner Announces $10 Million Available Through Second Round of New York's Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program
Read During Farm-to-School Month, State Agriculture Commissioner Announces $10 Million Available Through Second Round of New York`s Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program in addition to... Read more
2024-10-14
Funding Awarded to Help Improve Resilience of Ontario Farmland
The federal and Ontario governments have awarded over $12.2 million through the first intake of a new program aimed at helping farmers in the province protect their land from extreme weather. Read more
2024-10-14
ROI Announces Launch of the 2024 Rural Change Makers Program
GUELPH, ON, (TBC) – The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2024 Rural Change Makers (RCM) Program. Read more
2024-10-14
Solar Panels in Cornfields? Experiments Yield Promising Results.
Sheep, lettuce and peppers are already thriving alongside solar panels on working farms across America — and a group of researchers believes corn could be next. Read more