In the next meeting on pesticides between the Commission and member states, on Monday and Tuesday, the bloc’s executive will table a regulation to slash to zero the insecticide thiacloprid residues in all food products, after having...
A Parliament proposal to ease new EU rules on seed marketing has sparked concern in the European potato sector, as stakeholders warn that the draft legislation could increase the transmission risks of crop diseases.
Slovak Agriculture Minister Richard Takáč is keeping quiet about his meeting with European Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski over the delayed release of EU farm subsidies, known as direct payments, which the Slovak government...
Since achieving 1890 Land-Grant status in 2014, Central State University has expanded its teaching mission to include research and outreach. The post Central State celebrates 10 years as a land grant appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
The 2024 federal budget is woefully bloated with a deficit of $40 billion dollars and yet falls short in addressing Canadian farmers’ real concerns. “Once again, the federal government has missed the opportunity to support agriculture...
Throughout the winter, we took the opportunity to engage with many growers at various meetings and events around the province. Growers are facing many challenges heading into the 2024 growing season including significant dryness in some...
A mobile skills lab will travel around Saskatchewan to promote careers in agriculture manufacturing. Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada (AMC) will create a virtual reality experience with the lab visiting school campuses and community...
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) was disappointed to see insufficient investment in Canadian agriculture in the 2024 budget. CFA President Keith Currie said farmers continue to struggle under the weight of high-interest...
A report published on Thursday (18 April) by several European NGOs shows that stopping the export of banned pesticides to Europe would have minimal economic effects, and calls on the EU to put a stop to it.
Amid fears that the EU will miss its target of 25% organic agriculture by 2030, stakeholders are calling for a more favourable policy framework to boost demand for organic products.
Crop progress, GDP, crude oil, PPI and cold storage will all impact commodity market prices This week there are 4 key reports to watch that could have significant impacts on commodity markets the week of April 22, 2024. This Farms.com...
Eocycle, a leader in money-saving wind turbines, secures $25 million to expand sales in US and Europe, aiming to become a major player in the clean energy revolution.
US corn planting remained ahead of the average pace this past week, while soybeans are off to a quick start as well. Monday’s USDA crop progress report showed nationwide corn planting at 6% complete as of Sunday. That is up 3 points from...
There were some wins for Canadian farmers in Tuesday’s federal budget, but some losses too, according to national farm groups. In a statement Wednesday, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) gave the thumbs down on Finance...
Wisconsin had 3.3 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending April 14, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Despite a warm weekend, cool and wet conditions earlier in the week...
As planting season begins, farmers often question if starter fertilizer is providing yield and economic benefits. Starter fertilizer is defined as fertilizer applied with the specific purpose of helping the plants acquire more nutrients...
South Africa, the world’s second-largest citrus exporter in the world after Spain, has launched a dispute at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) over the EU’s phytosanitary trade rules, which it said were not justified or appropriate.
Farmers Edge Inc., a pure-play digital agriculture company, is pleased to announce that the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska has ruled in favor of Farmers Edge in a patent infringement suit brought by AGI...
In this special session, recently retired Leo Johnson (chairman) & Eric Reuterskiold (president/CEO) of Johnson Tractor (Dealership of the Year Alumni Group) rewind the clock and describe the succession plan they carefully scripted in...
In this focused session "Building Your Bench", former dealer executive Wayne Brozek digs into the ins and outs of identifying, preparing and executing a program that builds your management bench. As the founder of dealer performance...
The recent purchase of Kubota of Denver by the Bob Howard Luxury Auto Group has many industry watchers scratching their heads and pondering possible changes afoot in farm machinery marketing.
The Supplier Board of Governors of the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association (FEMA) elected new leadership during the Supply Summit in Little Rock, Ark.
Greeneye Technology, the pioneer of AI-enabled precision spraying technology that is proven to reduce herbicide use in farming by an average of 88%, today announces the completion of a $20M funding round led by Israeli investment...
CNH Industrial plans to lay off more than 200 out of the 660 workers at its Racine, Wis., facility and considers moving operations to Mexico with the intent of reducing costs by $150 million as part of a company reorganization, according...
>By Farms.com Brazil, a major player in global agriculture, is facing a unique challenge as two authoritative reports on its crop production diverge significantly. The country's 2024 crop season could be influenced by these confl... read...
>By Farms.com The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking proactive steps to ensure equitable access to healthy foods across the nation by partnering with the Reinvestment Fund. This new initiative, announced by Deputy Secr......
>By Farms.com The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made significant staff appointments to fortify its leadership in agricultural policy and administration. These appointments aim to address key areas of agriculture, conserv......
>By Farms.com Anheuser-Busch, in collaboration with American Farmland Trust, has unveiled the U.S. Farmed certification, an innovative seal designed to highlight and support the use of American-grown agricultural products in the brewing...
>By Farms.com John Deere is calling upon Gen Z's vibrant energy and social media acumen through the introduction of their "chief tractor officer" role. The new position is aimed at invigorating John Deere's engagement with younge... read...
"The copper gets released in the animal system very slowly," says microbiologist Alexandra Calle, Ph.D, the paper's senior author. Instead of just being consumed and absorbed in the stomach, it remains for a longer period in the animal's...
Among other updates, APHIS said wild migratory birds are still thought to be the original source of the virus, though the investigations have found instances of virus spread linked to cattle movements between herds.
Trying to be fancy folk definitely came back to bite Kym Seabolt and Mr. Wonderful in the bidet. A roll of Charmin would never do uthem dirty like that. The post Throwing in the towel on bidet PSA appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
Did you ever sleepwalk while camping? Bryce Angell crafts a poem about a time he sleepwalked right out of his tent in Yellowstone. The post Yellowstone sleepwalker appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
Judith Sutherland celebrates her birthday surrounded by friends and family during the recent total solar eclipse on April 8. The post Celebrating an eclipse birthday appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
In preparation for the upcoming turkey season, Jim Abrams shares the tale that got him interested and chase year after year that keeps him hooked. The post Turkey camo: A story of addiction appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
Catch up on local FFA news from Northwestern-Wayne FFA, Ashland FFA and West Holmes FFA. The post Roundup of FFA news for April 18, 2024 appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
There are many benefits to grazing cattle, sheep and goats together or in succession. Find out how you can implement multi-species grazing on your farm. The post Tips for successful multi-species grazing appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
Lately, the early morning and late night flock checks and bottle feedings have been a pleasure for Eliza Blue. The post There is nothing sweeter than healthy baby lambs appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
Knowledge of plant anatomy and physiology and understanding the forage life cycle can help farmers manage pasture growth for animal needs. The post Considering pasture plant growth to meet animal needs appeared first on Farm and Dairy .
In recent weeks, the sudden emergence of a novel strain of the H5N1 influenza virus in cattle has put an increased focus on on-farm biosecurity. The post Strengthening biosecurity amidst the influenza outbreak appeared first on Farm and...