The latest news from the agricultural sector
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
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2024-05-17
Precise Depth Placement Key to Planting Success
Jeremy Hughes from HORSCH introduces the advanced features of the Maestro row units, designed for precision and durability in tough farming conditions. Read more
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2024-05-17
Social media influencers promoting raw milk during H5N1 situation in U.S. dairy herds
Those messages are irresponsible, a dairy industry rep said Read more
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2024-05-17
A great eighth NFMS Machinery newsletter in the works
Subscribers will receive the newsletter on May 20 Read more
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2024-05-17
USDA Investment Advances Research and Extension Capacity Across 1890 Historically Black Land-grant Universities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today an investment of $30.8 million as part of its commitment to all 19 of America’s designated 1890 historically black Land-grant Universities. Read more
2024-05-17
In Visit to Columbus, Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces New Investments in Local Urban Agriculture
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today visited the Turn Around Columbus, a nonprofit in Columbus, Georgia, focused on investing in youth development and learning opportunities to build the next... Read more
2024-05-17
Financial aid for dairy farms hit by H5N1 bird flu
The USDA provides $98 million to help dairy farms cope with losses due to the H5N1 avian influenza outbreak. Read more
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2024-05-17
Your farm counts! Help shape us crop supply
USDA survey helps estimate US crop supply for 2024 by gathering data from Southeast farmers. Read more
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2024-05-17
USDA pushes for equity in agriculture at regional meeting
USDA highlights efforts to advance equity in agriculture at Southeast regional meeting. Read more
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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
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2024-05-17
High costs stifle US cattle herd growth despite greener pastures
With better pastures and lower feed costs, US cattle ranchers still face hurdles from high interest rates and ongoing high expenses. Read more
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2024-05-17
Celebrate world bee day on May 20!
World Bee Day highlights the importance of protecting Canada's diverse pollinators, essential for a sustainable food system. Read more
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