The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-18
Iowa 4-H Youth Earn Top Honors at World Dairy Expo
Iowa 4-H members participated in the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin, on Sept. 29. Winneshiek County represented Iowa 4-H in the dairy judging competitions. Team members were Hanna Vagts,... Read more
2024-10-18
What to Know About the Current Avian Influenza Outbreak
A Texas dairy herd first reported in March that cattle had tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Since then, the H5N1 version of the virus has spread to 299 dairy herds in 14... Read more
2024-10-18
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Clinton County Dairy Herd
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Tim Boring announced the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a dairy herd from Clinton County, bringing... Read more
2024-10-18
Biden-Harris Administration Continues Historic Clean Energy Commitment to Lowering Costs and Creating Jobs for People in Pennsylvania and 38 States, Guam and Puerto Rico
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced during a visit to Pennsylvania that USDA is partnering with farmers and small business owners to expand access to clean... Read more
2024-10-18
USDA Invests $46M in Efforts to Address Food and Nutrition Security
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today an investment of more than $46 million in projects aimed to tackle food and nutrition insecurity in underserved communities, as well as... Read more
2024-10-17
Apple farming in Himachal Pradesh: Fighting fungal disease
Himachal Pradesh is known as India's apple state. This year, many trees have been devastated by fungal disease. Efforts to control the outbreak include improving soil health and ecosystem resilience,... Read more
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2024-10-17
Kenyan farmers invest in camels to beat the drought
Known for their ability to survive in the desert, camels seem like a natural choice for Kenya's drought-stricken regions. A growing number of farmers are trading in their cows for camels. Their new... Read more
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2024-10-17
Digitizing agriculture: App helps Ethiopian food producers
A former farmer in Ethiopia is on a mission to boost the productivity of small-scale farmers through a mobile app and digital platform. They are the main food producers in Ethiopia, a country where... Read more
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2024-10-17
Tamil Nadu: Boosting organic farming with vermicompost
We meet an organic farmer in Tanjore district, Tamil Nadu, whose crops are flourishing thanks to the vermicompost he produces himself. He also shares his expertise with other local farmers. Read more
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2024-10-17
Grounds for debate: Is tea or coffee the greener sip?
In this caffeinated clash, DW spills the beans on which of our favorite morning beverages makes for a more sustainable brew — and stirs up some ways to make an eco-friendlier blend. Read more
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2024-10-17
Canadian agri-businesses urge halt to capital gains rate increase
The CFIB and 20 organizations urge Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland to halt the capital gains inclusion rate increase and extend the Canadian Entrepreneurs' Incentive to all sectors. Read more
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2024-10-17
Prevent wildfires - safe ATV/UTV practices in ND
Adopting effective fire prevention strategies for ATV and UTV use is crucial for protecting North Dakota’s natural landscapes. Read more
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