Innovation and research news
2024-05-19
Women in Supply Chain: Manifest's Pam Simon Talks Embracing the Supply Chain Journey
Pam Simon, conference chair and EVP of programming for Manifest, hosted by Connectiv, named one of our 2023 Women in Supply Chain award winners, talks relationships, work-life balance and embracing... Read more
professional development mentorship programs
2024-05-19
Mushroom farming flourishes in Rwanda
Demand for mushrooms is booming in Africa. Mushroom farming is low-cost and sustainable - and mushrooms are seen as a nutritious meat alternative. We visit a farm in Rwanda. Read more
nature and environment rwanda
2024-05-19
How Ghana is using AI to improve food security
Artificial intelligence is helping Ghanaian farmers in the country's east fight crop disease and boost yields. Read more
food security ghana
2024-05-19
US: 'No evidence' of H5N1 bird flu spreading among people
H5N1 bird flu has been detected in cows and dairy products in the United States. Authorities say the public health risk is low but warn the virus may adapt to infect humans. Read more
science united states of america
2024-05-18
China purchasing 95,000 tons of beef monthly from Brazil
April 2024 was a historic milestone in beef exports for Brazil having shipped 236,842 tons, generating revenues totaling US$ 1.043 billion, points out Agrilink. Leading the list was China, trailed... Read more
brazilian beef
2024-05-17
Canada’s Farm Show - Uniting Agriculture and Innovation
Explore Canada’s Farm Show (CFS), a premier agricultural event that brings together exhibitors, producers, and global buyers. Learn, network, and witness cutting-edge advancements. Read more
ag news farms news canada farm show innovation technology
2024-05-17
New test developed to rapidly detect seafood pathogen
Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences researchers have developed a groundbreaking rapid detection method for a major seafood pathogen. Read more
food safety rapid detection technology & innovation
2024-05-17
Fresh faces on USDA science advisory board
USDA's advisory board on agriculture research gains new members with a variety of backgrounds. Read more
ag news farm news us ag connection government policy usda research agriculture science nareee board
2024-05-17
UF Scientist Tests Methods for Boosting America’s Cotton Crop
The United States leads the world in cotton exports by value, accounting for $5.7 billion, or 33%, of exports of the textile, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. But researchers hope to... Read more
2024-05-17
Nitrogen Smart is Going Digital! Podcasts, Videos Will Help More Farmers Improve N Fertilizer Practices
Understanding how nitrogen behaves in the environment is more important than ever. Having access to unbiased, research-based information is crucial for growers as they try to make the most efficient... Read more
2024-05-17
Tive, Food Shippers of America Study Reveals 75% of Food Shippers Investing in Supply Chain Visibility Technology
Close to 75% of survey respondents say they’re investing in technologies to support supply chain/shipment visibility, according to new research from Tive and the Food Shippers of America. Read more
software & technology supply chain visibility
2024-05-17
Peanut Industry Votes to Continue Research and Promotion Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that peanut producers voted to continue the National Peanut Board’s research and promotion program. Read more