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USDA study validates the safety of U.S. pork
USDA study validates the safety of U.S. pork National Hog Farmer
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How grocers are handling the listeria outbreak in deli meats
Stop & Shop, Big Y and Giant Food are among the grocers that have announced precautionary measures, including temporarily closing deli counters.
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They want to turn farms into solar fields
Large-scale Ohio research project explores how solar and farming can co-exist Solar Builder Magazine
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End of Trucking Recession in Sight as Freight Rates Rise
End of Trucking Recession in Sight as Freight Rates Rise Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Produce Growers Should Take Time to Review Cleaning and Harvesting Procedures
AMES, Iowa – Midsummer is the perfect time for produce growers to review their cleaning and harvesting procedures to minimize the risks of foodborne illnesses and maximize their farm efficiency. In a recent article for the Acreage Living Newsletter, Teresa Wiemerslage, field specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, highlights the main points to consider…
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Young farmers say relationships key to early success
A pair of young central Illinois farmers say relationships have been key to their early success. Clint Gorden, who began his first-generation farm in Macon County five years ago, says he wouldn’t be farming without friendships. “In college started working for a group of guys selling seed on the side and these guys said, ‘Hey,…
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Employed in Agriculture? Start Planning for Retirement Now
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas’ agricultural producers have an average age of 58.2 years old, according to the USDA’s 2022 Census of Agriculture. The same group of agriculturists have spent an average of 28.5 years working in the industry. With many Kansans in agriculture nearing the end of their careers, Kansas Farm Management Association economist Chelsea Plummer…
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“The Year of the Plum” in New Hampshire
HOLLIS, N.H. — Plums are making a major comeback this year. Last year, a cold snap wiped out almost the entire crop across New Hampshire, leaving the state without the tart sweet-sour taste many enjoy. The cold snap affected many growers, not just those who grow plums. That’s not the case this year though. Arthur Kelly…
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All Americans should be concerned about trends in agriculture
All Americans should be concerned about trends in agriculture Nisqually Valley News
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Boar’s Head Recall Expands to 7 Million Pounds of Deli Meat and Poultry
Boar’s Head Recall Expands to 7 Million Pounds of Deli Meat and Poultry TAPinto.net
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A new round of Dairy Innovation funding ahead
A new round of funding is coming for dairy farmers and processors under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiative. Rebekah Sweeney with the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association says a new round of 100-thousand-dollar grants will be open for application in mid-August. “A few times a year, we open up a grant application opportunity and together with…
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Cover Crops are Part of Disaster Recovery
DES MOINES, Iowa — Over the past few months, following the devasting storms and floods that have affected so many Iowans, I have traveled to communities, visiting farms, businesses and homes that have endured the worst of Mother Nature’s power. I had the opportunity to listen to farmers, business owners, community leaders and many others…
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Kentucky Crop Progress and Condition
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky experienced slightly below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall over the past week. Precipitation for the week totaled 1.24 inches, 0.18 inches above normal. Temperatures averaged 76 degrees for the week, 1 degree below normal. Topsoil moisture was rated 10 percent very short, 23 percent short, 63 percent adequate, and 4…
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USDA: Almonds and peaches see increase
USDA: Almonds and peaches see increase The Packer
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Walmart, Denali partnership to turn food waste into animal feed at 1,400-plus locations
The rollout comes after the two companies made their partnership public last year. Denali estimates it can recover 200,000 pounds of food waste per location annually.
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Soybean Month in Iowa
In August, Soybean Month in Iowa brings attention to the versatile crop responsible for feeding and fueling the world. On this episode, an ISA director discusses the different ways soy impacts consumers around the world. The post Soybean Month in Iowa appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
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Corn plant miscues: What went wrong?
Corn plant miscues: What went wrong? Farm Progress
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Stratovation Group Launches AI Tool Designed to Make It Easier to Find Useful Ag Data
Now available to all ChatGPT users, AgriSearch Assistant was created with a vision to develop a simple way to secure a wide range of pertinent ag data. The post Stratovation Group Launches AI Tool Designed to Make It Easier to Find Useful Ag Data appeared first on CropLife.
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Milk production is increasing despite fewer dairy farms
Large farms are getting more out of their cows through advancements in technology, as smaller operations struggle to keep up.
