The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-09-27
U.S. hands over some ag inspections to Mexico
Farmers are concerned about the integrity of Mexican inspections Read more
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2024-09-27
Ontario Invests in Agri-Food Research Projects
Explore Ontario’s cutting-edge research projects enhancing agri-food productivity. Learn how innovation drives economic growth and export opportunities. Read more
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2024-09-27
New Economic Development Report Offers Roadmap for Strengthening Community-Led Opportunities in Sustainable Forest Products and Outdoor Recreation in Forest Communities
Today, the Departments of the Interior, Agriculture, and Commerce released a report outlining recommendations to enhance community-led economic development by creating jobs in the sustainable forest... Read more
2024-09-26
Snobelen Farms Elevates Grain Service in Brantford
With a $2 million investment, Snobelen Farms has revamped its grain handling system in Brantford, enhancing efficiency and capacity. Read more
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2024-09-26
75% of Farmers facing climate change are seeking innovative solutions
A Bayer study reveals 75% of farmers face climate change impacts, prompting a shift towards innovative, regenerative practices and digital tools to enhance yields and resilience. Read more
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2024-09-26
CFA Leads Charge in Data-Driven Agricultural Reform
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture advances farming with a focus on data-driven strategies and global data standards. Read more
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2024-12-05
Some Crops Tolerate Ozone Pollution Better Than Others, Study Finds
Differences in the photosynthetic "machinery" of certain crop plants can make them more or less prone to harm caused by ground-level ozone pollution, according to a recent
Proceedings of the... Read more
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2024-11-17
USDA Introduces a Multi-Year Plan to Strengthen U.S. Genebank Management of Plant Germplasm
, November 17, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released today the
National Strategic Germplasm and Cultivar Collection Assessment and Utilization Plan in support of the Agricultural... Read more
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2024-11-15
USDA Unveils Updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today released a new version of its Plant Hardiness Zone Map (PHZM), updating this valuable tool for gardeners and researchers for the first time since 2012.... Read more
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2024-11-13
USDA Researchers Confirm Six Unique Strains of African Swine Fever Virus
Development suggests a lower number of vaccines to combat ASFV outbreaks Read more
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2024-11-03
USDA Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Sam Farr United States Crop Improvement and Protection Research Center in Salinas, California
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for the opening of the newly constructed Sam Farr United States Crop Improvement and... Read more
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2024-11-01
USDA Scientist Recognized for Transforming Food Safety Systems and Protecting the World’s Food Supply
USDA scientist
Joseph Capobianco, a research engineer for the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), has received a 2022
Arthur S. Flemming Award for his innovative research that enhances the... Read more
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