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Could Empty Lots Be Growing Food, Economic Opportunity?
SAN DIEGO CO., Calif. — The vacant lots around your neighborhood could be growing fruits and vegetables and making local produce more accessible – while reducing energy needed to transport and distribute the food. Could turning those empty lots into small farms also become opportunities for economic development? To answer this question, a team of…
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What is South Africa’s new law on ‘climate change’?
What is South Africa’s new law on climate change?  The Hindu
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Extension Project Introduces Telehealth Access to Rural Libraries
STILLWATER, Okla. — A telehealth project initiated by the Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Economics is helping improve health care services in four rural Oklahoma communities. Brian Whitacre, OSU Extension specialist for rural economic development, led the effort to secure grant money to build telehealth booths or rooms in the libraries of Atoka, Broken Bow, Hinton and…
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Take Action Now: White Mold Threat in Soybeans
LINCOLN, Neb. — As we approach the critical period for managing white mold in soybeans, it’s essential to make informed decisions to mitigate potential losses. Sclerotinia stem rot, or white mold, significantly impacted yields in 2023, and proactive management is crucial for this season. The key factors to keep in mind are: Flowering Susceptibility: Soybean…
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August Recess a Critical Time for Engaging with Lawmakers
Each year, members of Congress take time during the month of August to return to their home districts and hear directly from constituents. Cody Lyon, managing director of advocacy and political affairs for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the August recess is an important time in the political process. Lyon says, “August recess is…
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USDA moves to limit salmonella in raw poultry products
USDA moves to limit salmonella in raw poultry products  KTVZ
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Building up pork demand
During this summer’s World Pork Expo, National Pork Board assistant vice president for consumer marketing Jose DeJesus called Hispanic consumers a key demographic for pork. He tells Brownfield a lot of NPB’s marketing efforts are focused on engagement and building a strong relationship. The post Building up pork demand appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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How much could soybean prices go up with expanding crush?
KRVN 880 – KRVN 93.1 – KAMI – Grain IQ Podcast: How much could soybean prices go up with expanding crush?  Rural Radio Network
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Soybean futures drop, Speculators cut net-shorts in corn & beans
3 Big Things Today, July 29, 2024Â Â Successful Farming
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Ukraine food and grain exports gain steam
Ukraine food and grain exports gain steam  All About Feed
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Nebraska pitched as possible destination for ‘climate migrants’
Nebraska pitched as possible destination for ‘climate migrants’  Nebraska Examiner
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U.S. reports case of atypical mad cow disease
U.S. reports case of atypical mad cow disease  Yahoo News Canada
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Thousands of deadly frozen meat pizzas recalled in 7 states
Thousands of deadly frozen meat pizzas recalled in 7 states  MSN
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COVID 2.0? USDA Funding China Lab Creating Bird Flu
COVID 2.0? US Tax Payers Reportedly Funding China Lab Creating Bird Flu  MSN
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Soybeans, corn fall as US rain forecast eases supply fears
Soybeans, corn fall as US rain forecast eases supply fears  Business Recorder
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Heat wave settles in over U.S. West, raising wildfire risk
Heat wave settles in over U.S. West, raising wildfire risk  Yahoo News Canada
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More human bird flu cases confirmed in Colorado, raising US total to 14
The state is a hotbed for domestic human infections as variations of the virus spread to other parts of the world.
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Hot Weather, Interest Rates Decision, Crop Condition Update
Hot Weather, Interest Rates Decision, Crop Condition Update  DTN The Progressive Farmer
