The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-03
Historic $1.3 billion for rural development projects
The USDA invests $1.3 billion to improve infrastructure in rural areas, enhancing access to safe drinking water and reliable electricity while creating jobs in 30 states. Read more
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2024-10-03
Who’s ready for advanced ag leadership?
There’s no better time to lead your field. Grow your potential and expand your network with the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program. Read more
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2024-10-03
West-Central harvest makes progress in spite of rain
A few producers experienced rain delays in harvest this past week, but respectable progress has been made. Harvest is now 90 per cent complete in the west-central region and remains above the 86 per... Read more
2024-10-03
Rain delays Northwest harvest
The northwest region received the most precipitation this past week which means producers here experienced rain delays. Despite this, harvest is 85 per cent complete, which is ahead of the 76 per cent... Read more
2024-10-03
Legal drone spraying takes step closer to reality
The ray of hope might be dim right now, but farmers wanting to legally spray pesticides on their crops using drones may be seeing the first hint of light at the end of the tunnel. Read more
2024-10-03
Agri-Trade Equipment Expo Unveils 2024 Ag Innovations Finalists Competing for $25,000
The 40th Anniversary of the Agri-Trade Equipment Expo is set to kick off at Westerner Park in Red Deer from November 13th to 15th, 2024. Over the course of three days, attendees will have the... Read more
2024-10-03
Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Rural Communities to Lower Energy Costs and Create Jobs in 34 States as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced today that USDA is partnering with farmers and small businesses to expand access to clean energy and lower energy... Read more
2024-10-03
USDA Science Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Meet Noé
National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15, is a time to celebrate the rich history, cultural diversity, and contributions from Hispanic communities. USDA’s Research, Education, and... Read more
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2024-10-02
Greenhouse Cup soccer tournament hosted 13 farm teams
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) and the Migrant Workers Community Program (MWCP) recently hosted the 3rd Annual Greenhouse Cup soccer tournament, where international agri-food workers... Read more
2024-10-02
Corn, Rice Harvest is Wrapped for 2024
Corn and rice harvests wrapped up for Mississippi fields a bit ahead of schedule, helped by the ideal weather leading up to the harvest window. Read more
2024-10-02
Farmer Sentiment Reaches Lowest Levels Since 2016 as Income Expectations Weaken
In September, the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer
recorded its lowest readings since March 2016. Declining income expectations pushed farmer sentiment down as the barometer fell 12... Read more
2024-10-02
Crop Progress: Winter Wheat Planting Advances Amid Moisture Shortages
For the week ending Sept. 29, 2024, there were 6.8 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 30% very short, 37%... Read more