The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-09-02
River pollution solution trialled on dairy farm
Animal slurry is processed into solid fertilizer and clean water, cutting spills and farmer's bills. Read more
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2022-09-02
European ploughing contest arrives in Ballykelly
The village will host the 37th edition of the European Ploughing Championships. Read more
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2022-09-02
'Euro Ploughing Championships a huge deal for NI'
Ploughmen and ploughwomen from across Europe have rolled into Ballykelly for the competition this weekend. Read more
2022-09-02
Massachusetts Guarantees Free School Meals for 2022-2023
According to Erin McAleer, CEO of Project Bread, 400,000 students will continue to have access to free school meals. Read more
2022-09-02
Ensuring Equal Access to Food Assistance is Our Responsibility
Discrimination in any form is unacceptable, and we cannot allow it to prevent a hungry person from getting the food they need. At USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), we work to ensure that all... Read more
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2022-09-02
Census of Agriculture Collects Thousands of Data Points Critical to U.S. Ag
This November, USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will begin mailing the 2022 Census of Agriculture to all known ag producers across the U.S. and Puerto Rico to gather information... Read more
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2022-09-01
Most NI farmers to receive direct payments early
Edwin Poots says 23,208 farmers will get the annual payments six weeks early because of Brexit. Read more
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2022-09-01
Backpacker who became an accidental outback cook
UK woman Ellie Daborn cooks for 41 people on an Australian property that's 400km from any shop. Read more
2022-09-01
Young Farmers Are Motivated by Environmental Conservation
Despite issues of land access, debt, and more, young farmers are persisting, motivated by their determination to protect the environment. Read more
2022-09-01
USDA Extends Flexibility that’s Helping Manufacturers, States get Formula to WIC Families
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending a key funding flexibility in the WIC program that has allowed state agencies and their infant formula manufacturers to work together to provide more... Read more
2022-08-31
Urban Gardening Brings Job Training for Florida Youth
The GrowCity internship gives to the community and develops youth skills for future employment through urban gardening Read more
2022-08-31
The response to the global food crisis must address the needs of women and girls
Billions of dollars in assistance require a focus on gender. Read more
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