The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-15
AI takes on several meanings in modern agriculture
In an industry loaded with acronyms, it can at times get a little confusing to know what they all represent, especially when the same acronyms sometimes stand for very different things. Read more
2024-10-15
Funds still available under Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program
The governments of Canada and Ontario have awarded more than $12.2 million in support to 213 projects designed to help farmers make their agricultural lands more healthy and resilient. Read more
2024-10-15
High-tech, 13-acre propagation facility opens in Ontario
Ontario Plants has officially opened a new 13-acre, high-tech greenhouse facility at Glencoe in southwestern Ontario. This year’s greenhouse tour, in conjunction with the Canadian Greenhouse... Read more
2024-10-15
Farmers in urgent need of action: “Unacceptable” for railways to download costs onto farmers, rural landowners
Several years ago, Transport Canada updated its safety standards for federally regulated railway crossings. A deadline of November 28, 2024 was set for all crossings to meet the new
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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