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Mapped: Where US Christmas trees come from
Mapped: Where US Christmas trees come from KSBW Monterey
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Ancient Maize Genomes Reveal Evolutionary History of Flint and Dent Varieties
COPENHAGEN, Denmark — A study published today in Cell uncovers the deep evolutionary roots of flint and dent maize (also commonly known as “corn”), two foundational varieties central to modern maize breeding and cultivation. By analyzing ancient DNA from 32 maize samples spanning the last 3,000 years, researchers have reconstructed the journey of the crop into…
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Korean Style Pork Chops: December Colorado Proud Recipe of the Month
BROOMFIELD, Colo. — Prepare your taste buds for a unique flavor-packed trip to Seoul! These Korean pork chops are not just a dish, but an experience waiting to be savored. Sweet, savory, a little spicy, and addictive—this dish will have you bidding farewell to bland dinners and welcoming a burst of flavor that excites your…
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Survey Ranks UF as Top University for Ag Research Investment
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — For the sixth consecutive year, the University of Florida led the nation in agricultural sciences and natural resources conservation research, according to a new report from the National Science Foundation (NSF). UF, through its Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), invested more than $261.9 million in agricultural sciences and natural resources…
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Are These 7 Holiday Meal Mistakes Costing You Money?
WASHINGTON — We all want that perfect holiday spread, but blowing the budget isn’t it. Common mistakes like buying food in bulk or splurging on specialty ingredients often sneak up on most people. You should think ahead to avoid these traps by sticking to a plan, watching for deals and keeping it simple. Not budgeting…
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Support Local Farmers, Get Real Christmas Tree
CAMDEN, Del. — Choosing a real Christmas tree for your home this holiday season offers more than just a refreshing pine scent—it supports the environment and local farmers. Christmas tree farms are very beneficial to the environment. It takes about eight years for a Christmas tree to grow to the ideal height. That is eight…
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This South Dakota Rancher Is Prepared To Seize Each Opportunity
This South Dakota Rancher Is Prepared To Seize Each Opportunity Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Food prices are at their highest levels in over a year. And these items will get even more expensive
Food prices are at their highest levels in over a year. And these items will get even more expensive NBC Boston
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Insight: The Barn Box
MANHATTAN, Kan. — My father-in-law called me on a recent Friday night to let me know the first three lambs of the season had arrived. The triplets were born in the pasture and would need to be brought up to the barn and kept in the nursery pens to make sure all three lambs would…
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Caleb Drake’s GIANT Illinois buck with a bow
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Spread the News: Butter & Cheese Consumption at Record Highs
WASHINGTON — Some say it’s butter late than never. Others say dairy is melting the competition. However you choose to say it, the data is unmistakable: Americans consumed record amounts of dairy products in 2023 led by surging demand for butter and cheese. Earlier today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported that per capita consumption of dairy products…
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Why We Keep Farming When the Going Gets Tough
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Farming is no stranger to stress. Whether it’s unpredictable weather, fluctuating market prices, or rising operational costs, the challenges that come with farming often make headlines. News reports frequently focus on the negative, painting a picture of an industry in crisis, where farmers are caught in a cycle of hardship. Report…
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Indoor Gardening Can Brighten Winter Doldrums
URBANA, Ill. – Dreading the long cold months of winter? Create a green space indoors with plants. Historically, plants have been used for their medicinal properties. Growing movements like horticulture therapy use plants for their healing properties, individual health, and well-being. We can engage with plants actively, by pruning or watering, or passively, by enjoying…
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Partnership to Support Ag Career Pipeline
Farm Foundation and the National 4-H Council recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a focus on collaboration in leadership, education, and youth workforce readiness for young people. The two organizations will align on career exploration, leadership training, and skill-building opportunities for youth through the Farm Foundation’s Next Generation programs and 4-H’s recently launched Beyond…
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Nebraska Corn Board Seeks Candidates for Vacancies
LINCOLN, Neb. – Notice is hereby given that the terms for three members of the Nebraska Corn Development, Utilization and Marketing Board (Nebraska Corn Board) will expire June 30, 2025, and Nebraska’s corn checkoff program is seeking candidates to petition for those districts. The open positions represent Districts 1, 4 and 5. District 1 – Includes the counties of Richardson,…
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Music Can Change How You Feel About the Past
ATLANTA, Ga. (THE CONVERSATION) — Have you ever noticed how a particular song can bring back a flood of memories? Maybe it’s the tune that was playing during your first dance, or the anthem of a memorable road trip. People often think of these musical memories as fixed snapshots of the past. But recent research my…
