Category: Farm Management
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Spent the day getting my anhydrous applicator ready to go. Itâs about time to gas the gophers out of our hay pastures
https://twitter.com/AgWebEditor/status/1364606735835660289
https://www.farmprogress.com/farm-business/review-critical-documents
In the February RightRisk News, we compare cash rent to mortgage payments from a cash flow point of view. We also offer insight from a risk management perspective.
https://rightrisk.org/news/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2021_02_RightRiskNews.pdf
https://agfuse.com/article/history-of-the-tractor-from-hay-powered-horses-to-gas-powered-tractors
By
Mary Herring
Published Feb 25
In the 1900s, tractors revolutionized the agriculture industry, eventually freeing farmers from using oxen, horses and manpower. Today, no farm is complete without a tractor. “The farm tractor is one of the most important and easily recognizable technological components of modern agriculture in the United States. Its development in the first half of the twentieth century fundamentally changed the nature of farm work, significantly altered the structure of rural America, and freed up millions of workers to be absorbed into the rapidly growing manufacturing and service sectors of the country. The tractor represents an important application of the internal combustion engine, rivaling the automobile and the truck in its economic impact,” according to William J...
Categories: Agribusiness, Dairy, Farm Management
An article on agriculture.com - "How do farmers network?" My answer > > Agfuse.
https://www.agriculture.com/news/business/how-do-farmers-network
https://www.agriculture.com/family/health-safety/dont-let-secondary-injuries-keep-you-on-the-sidelines
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/articles/plastina/PlaFeb21.html
https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/10386-webinar-measuring-and-managing-soil-carbon
"As we plan our herbicide programs for the year, let’s keep this in mind; dead weeds don’t develop resistance. Let’s apply herbicides at labeled rates and optimum weed sizes, whether we are applying one herbicide or a combination of herbicides in a tank-mix or sequence."
http://smallgrains.wsu.edu/weeders-of-the-west/2021/02/10/dead-weeds-dont-develop-resistance
https://www.farmforum.net/farm_forum/q-a-on-agriculture-risk-coverage-and-price-loss-coverage-programs/article_ad4daf0a-2eb4-5642-91a0-b113b0eb9b96.html
https://www.farmprogress.com/technology/4-steps-secure-farm-data-your-cab-computer
Certifications for your farm - Certified Regenerative, Animal Welfare Approved, Certified Grass Fed, Certified Non-GMO, Certified Organic and more.
https://www.hobbyfarms.com/new-regenerative-farm-certification-in-the-works/
https://agfax.com/2021/02/23/crop-insurance-looking-at-the-enhanced-coverage-option-dtn/
https://twitter.com/CUESNews/status/1364272590072803329
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/info/farmbill.html
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/return-of-the-coronavirus-relief-programs-for-agriculture
Carbon Market News - Gradable Carbon: platform enables farmers to enter the carbon market to help boost farm profitability
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210222005662/en/Gradable%E2%84%A2-Launches-Gradable-Carbon-to-Give-Farmers-More-Control-of-Credits
https://www.agdaily.com/livestock/not-all-cattle-panels-gates-equal-here-are-differences/
https://agfuse.com/article/the-100-000-decision-you-039-re-about-to-make
https://agfuse.com/article/how-farmers-conduct-their-own-on-farm-research-to-improve-production
By
Laura Barrera
Published Feb 18
With last year’s season completed and this year’s yet to begin, now is a natural time to reflect on your farm’s performance and how you can improve in the future. One way to make your decision-making process even better is by conducting your own on-farm research. It’s a process the Hardwick brothers and Nick McMichen have gained tremendous value from using on their respective operations. Here they share how they got started, how they design their trials, and the tools and technologies they use to make it happen. Universities Propel Start of On-Farm ResearchLocated in Tensas Parish, La...
Categories: Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Precision Agriculture
"The U.S. Department of Agriculture is reinforcing to rural communities, farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses affected by the recent winter storms that the USDA has programs to provide assistance. USDA staff in the regional, state, and county offices are prepared with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to residents, agricultural producers and impacted communities."
https://www.agdaily.com/livestock/usda-assist-farmers-ranchers-winter-storms
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/being-prepared-for-a-farm-crisis
https://www.agriculture.com/farm-management/business-planning/farmers-avoid-these-tax-preparing-mistakes-this-year
https://corn.ces.ncsu.edu/2021/02/selecting-a-corn-hybrid-maturity-class-for-your-field/
https://www.farmprogress.com/insurance/new-guide-helps-organic-farmers-navigate-crop-insurance
https://extension.psu.edu/farm-stress-and-wellness-resources
https://www.agweek.com/business/agriculture/6868146-Crop-insurance-can-help-to-maintain-healthy-soil-study-finds
https://www.mississippi-crops.com/2021/02/05/sulfur-the-quiet-plant-nutrient/
https://www.agriculture.com/technology/crop-management/take-the-guesswork-out-of-in-field-applications
“We compared the 2020 results with the 2017 survey. The results reveal steady expansion of the distribution of SCN throughout North America . . . . And the pest will almost certainly continue to spread among and within soybean-producing areas.”
https://www.agdaily.com/crops/soybean-cyst-nematode-economic-losses
“The 2021 schedule includes Learning Centers on a wide range of topics from soil health to grain marketing, from stress management to pest management and much, much more.”
https://www.agdaily.com/crops/commodity-classic-2021-event-schedule-released
https://www.realagriculture.com/2021/02/pulse-school-a-plan-for-minimizing-pesticide-loss
https://twitter.com/PeanutFarmers/status/1357796184803266561
https://onslow.ces.ncsu.edu/2021/01/ag-economics-series
https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/farming/peach-chill-hours-make-or-break-growing-season/
https://blog-abm-news.extension.umn.edu/2021/01/transition-thursday-webinars-what-to-do.html
https://agfax.com/2021/01/28/farm-business-6-management-practices-to-improve-your-operation/
https://extension.psu.edu/pivoting-is-the-key-to-economic-survival-in-uncertain-times
https://www.farmprogress.com/grain-handling/how-prepare-grain-summer-storage
https://www.agupdate.com/agriview/news/technology/beware-manure-runoff-risk-in-winter/article_15060563-24fb-59ac-9c59-0f6356d03956.html#tracking-source=home-top-story-1
T-Mobile has it's eye on farmers
https://www.tmonews.com/2021/02/t-mobile-works-farmers-improve-farming-industry-country/
"The only way to slow the loss of effective herbicides is to adopt integrated weed management approaches for weed control."
http://smallgrains.wsu.edu/new-extension-publication-on-bmps-for-managing-herbicide-resistance
https://southernplainsperspective.wordpress.com/2021/01/30/if-youre-a-farmer-and-youre-not-improving-soil-health-you-are-literally-throwing-money-awayand-dont-just-take-my-word-for-it/
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2021/improvements-livestock-risk-protection-insurance-implemented-january-2021
https://grassland.unl.edu/pdf/newsletters/2020WinterNewsletter.pdf
That's a nice clean install! Exactly the way we want it!
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https://blog-crop-news.extension.umn.edu/2021/01/what-on-farm-research-tells-us-about.html
For more information about the upcoming event "Cultivating Courage" featuring @Kelly Griggs , you can visit the link below.
https://cultivating-courage.org
https://blog-abm-news.extension.umn.edu/2021/01/making-most-of-your-2021-goals.html
Real how this Tech Billionaire is taking his company rural and growing their own food.
https://www.county.cool/rural-revival-exploration/
https://news.clemson.edu/now-accepting-applications-clemson-extension-program-equips-new-sc-farmers-with-tools-to-thrive-2/
https://agfuse.com/article/the-100-000-decision-you-039-re-about-to-make
Some good news from USDA
https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2021/01/27/usda-temporarily-suspends-debt-collections-foreclosures-and-other
"I believe there are some clear barriers that, if understood, will pave the way for still more cover crop adoption in the decades ahead." - @Steve Groff
https://www.lancasterfarming.com/news/columnists/7-barriers-to-increased-cover-crop-adoption/article_6654f0f2-e82e-58d9-8267-45069e1097ff.html
https://www.farmprogress.com/crops/calculator-assesses-corn-vs-soybean-planting-mix
https://www.growingproduce.com/vegetables/why-you-need-to-support-your-farm-staff-opinion
https://www.grainews.ca/features/the-cover-crop-learning-curve/
https://agfuse.com/article/the-best-business-entity-structure-for-farms
https://www.farmprogress.com/farm-business/dont-let-political-uncertainty-deter-your-planning-goals
https://www.mississippi-crops.com/2021/01/22/soil-test-recommendations
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https://blog-crop-news.extension.umn.edu/2021/01/video-tips-for-conducting-on-farm.html
https://extension.psu.edu/get-the-most-from-your-cover-crops-in-these-winter-webinar-series
"Join Michael Morris, Elliot Dorenbaum, and @Sam Baker on the 29th of January as they discuss how drones, imagery, and AI are being used on the farm!"
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/drones-imagery-and-ai-in-agriculture-tickets-137725963063
https://extension.psu.edu/did-i-sell-my-grain-too-soon
https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2021/Q1/purdue-extension-offers-vegetable-farming-webinar-series.html?_ga=2.131740879.1959409514.1610756313-606834611.1608753949
https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/article/2021/01/15/managing-grain-bin-pests-helps
https://georgiacorngrowersblog.com/2021/01/19/usda-changes-to-cfap/
https://georgiacorngrowersblog.com/2021/01/12/getting-ready-for-2021-corn-season
http://agwired.com/2021/01/14/traction-launches-new-accounting-solution-for-farmers/
https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/crop-production/determining-price-for-your-products
"Family forests are vital to the economy and quality of life in the Inland Northwest, supporting wildlife habitat, timber production, scenic quality, and many other values. Washington State University and the University of Idaho Extension Foresters will host experts from state and federal agencies and academic researchers for the free 2021 Online Family Foresters Workshop, Jan. 22, 2021."
https://news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/jan-22-online-family-foresters-workshop-shares-technology-skills-for-forest-professionals
"The USDA National Organic Program (NOP) is offering two new courses focused on 1) “Residue Sampling and Testing,” designed to provide insights for those overseeing and implementing sampling and testing work as part of an overall organic control system, and 2) “Organic Integrity and Energy Infrastructure,” addressing how organic certifiers and inspectors can identify and mitigate potential risks associated with energy infrastructure on organic."
http://treefruit.wsu.edu/article/new-organic-courses-through-usda-nop
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https://www.agriculture.com/machinery/top-shops/3-can-do-farm-shops
http://agwired.com/2021/01/15/industry-ag-news-1-15/
https://blog-crop-news.extension.umn.edu/2021/01/farm-safety-webinar-series.html
https://agfuse.com/article/a-farming-productivity-tool-for-the-new-year
https://agfax.com/2021/01/14/covered-cropland-vs-cover-crops-broadening-the-perspective/
