Category: Operating a Farm
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https://www.farmprogress.com/crops/make-most-hail-damaged-crops
"One of the most concerning issues for farms and ranches is that the estate tax exemption that currently is held at about $11.7 million per person through 2025. This measure would reduce that in half to about $6 million per person starting at the end of 2021," said Reece Langley of the National Cotton Council.
https://agnetwest.com/reconciliation-process-moving-forward-tax-policy-questions-remain/
"Share the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Number (800-273-8255), which provides 24/7, free, and confidential support. For specialized care, military veterans may press '1.' In addition, anyone can contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741."
https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/farmers-and-suicide-prevention
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing $650 million in the Pandemic Response and Safety (PRS) Grant program.
https://agnetwest.com/prs-grant-program-to-aid-with-covid-related-costs/
https://www.farmprogress.com/crops/tips-harvesting-test-plots-and-trials
Comments were filed with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Army Corps of Engineers as part of the rulemaking process
https://agnetwest.com/ag-groups-voice-concern-over-revision-of-wotus-rule/
Another story of maximizing performance of land through multiple practices - "agrivoltaics activities including crop production, pollinator habitat, ecosystem services, and pasture grass for grazing".
https://cleantechnica.com/2021/09/10/the-future-of-agriculture-combined-with-renewable-energy-finds-success-at-jacks-solar-garden/
Local, fresh, encouraging are just a few of the benefits - "..buy from and support your local farmers and food-based businesses"
https://www.vindy.com/opinion/editorials/2021/09/thank-our-local-farmers-for-all-their-hard-work/
https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/farm-life/article/2021/09/09/wrangle-clock-farm-time-management
Really enjoy reading stories like this.. wish I could visit all these cool farms.
https://www.charlestoncitypaper.com/story/regenerative-agriculture-could-positively-impact-climate-change-local-farmers-say
like.
https://msmagazine.com/2021/04/21/earth-day-mariana-vasconcelos-from-farms-to-incubators-celebrating-women-innovators-agricultural-technology-agtech/
"Being on the cusp of harvest time, farmers can increase their chances of having a smooth harvest by checking their grain carts for any required maintenance."
https://www.agdaily.com/crops/5-grain-cart-maintenance-tips-better-harvest
Enjoyed our visit to Morning Glory Homestead in St. Helena, SC, Labor Day. The Jones family have multiple practices at play with several revenue streams. Morning Glory is a model of what can be achieved with even the smallest of plots.
https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/10800-how-to-make-sure-your-planter-bar-is-level
Judge Rosemary Marquez determined that leaving the Navigable Waters Protection Rule intact would cause "serious environmental harm."
https://agnetwest.com/navigable-waters-protection-rule-vacated-by-federal-judge/
Stoked about visiting Morning Glory Homestead Farm this weekend in St. Helena, SC, a 12+ acre farm offering products, tours, teaching, camping and more.
https://www.morninggloryhomestead.com/
https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/2021/08/24/alternative-crops-provide-grower-options/
Lot of square footage out there for this... and growing 365 days a year, like how Bowery is hacking the food supply chain.
https://www.marketplace.org/2021/08/03/farms-dont-have-to-be-outside-anymore/
https://blog-crop-news.extension.umn.edu/2021/08/preharvest-weed-control-mow-fence-line.html
https://www.agweb.com/news/business/health/how-manage-farm-stress-coming-busy-season
Makes a valid point -
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/aug/25/sylvanaqua-farms-sustainable-food-affordable
Watched this one last night, gave it a thumbs up. Percy vs Goliath - "A Canadian farmer takes on a giant corporation after their GMOs interfere with his crops". Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Percy-Vs-Goliath-Christopher-Walken/dp/B093DCDZZV
https://www.agriculture.com/news/business/october-12-deadline-set-for-updated-cfap-2-more-assistance-to-come
"The specific knowledge gained from testing weed resistance can return value directly to the farm operation in the form of not spending money on products that will not work or are not necessary. For those renting land with resistant weed issues, testing could give the grower a strong, evidence-based argument to use when negotiating additional herbicide cost-share or even proposing a change in crop rotation or other management practices aimed at addressing the issue."
https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/weeders-of-the-west/2021/08/13/screening-weeds-for-herbicide-resistance-an-underutilized-resource
https://www.farmprogress.com/harvest/clean-out-combine-between-fields
"...farming as a real estate business overlaid with a food production business" - interesting read.
https://civileats.com/2021/08/19/agriculture-reporter-sarah-mock-is-challenging-the-narrative-about-small-family-farms/
Read two stories this morning... one titled "Is It Time To Break Up Big Ag", the other "..Consolidation Is Driving Family Farms Out Of Business". While I understand consolidation brings efficiency, scale, etc. I'm a fan of family farms.
https://www.newyorker.com/news/dispatch/is-it-time-to-break-up-big-ag
"Big or small, full-time or part-time --- there's value to anyone who actively contributes to our food system."
https://www.agdaily.com/lifestyle/what-is-a-farmette
https://www.farmprogress.com/management/good-habits-decision-makers
https://twitter.com/jacksonctyuaex/status/1425108406004822018
https://www.agdaily.com/crops/tips-for-harvest-season-safety-on-roads/
https://www.growingproduce.com/farm-management/6-ways-to-build-a-cybersecurity-plan-for-your-farm/
https://www.agdaily.com/video/peterson-farm-bros-parody-crop-dusters/
https://agfuse.com/article/what-farmers-need-to-know-about-mycorrhizae
A good story
https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2021/08/11/dozens-of-acres-loaned-to-a-young-farmer.html
https://ocj.com/2021/08/does-pipeline-installation-have-a-lasting-effect-on-crop-yields/
Like the vertical approach to maximize the performance of land. This farmer is farming sunshine on top and berries underneath..
https://www.dw.com/en/farmers-reap-double-benefits-with-solar-power-in-fields/a-58284134
https://www.landhub.com/land-news/protect-yourself-and-your-land-from-liability/
https://www.farmprogress.com/crops/tile-improves-yield-potential
https://agfuse.com/article/what-is-aganswers-a-helpful-q-a-tool-from-agfuse
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Categories: Agribusiness, Farm Management, Operating a Farm
https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2021/good-maintenance-can-prevent-baler-fires
https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/10729-how-no-tillers-can-combat-the-evolution-of-herbicide-resistance
https://twitter.com/Deere_Salesman/status/1422613620731559939
https://www.uaex.uada.edu/media-resources/news/2021/july2021/07-30-2021-Ark-stockpiling-forage.aspx
https://www.agupdate.com/agriview/news/crop/consider-alternate-forages-during-heat/article_cbbd9a73-e6f1-5d28-be7e-cbe6ee66b932.html
https://emergence.fbn.com/agronomy/5-tips-buying-hay
https://twitter.com/SeedNerd/status/1420388772315688962
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/articles/plastina/PlaJul21.html
The 2020 WHIP+ Reauthorization Act would provide assistance to farmers and ranchers who suffered losses in 2020 and 2021 related to wildfire, drought, and other extreme weather events.
https://agnetwest.com/disaster-assistance-bill-moves-through-house-ag-committee/
https://agfuse.com/article/21st-century-american-ag-sourcing-successors-and-finding-farmland
https://agfuse.com/article/what-to-look-for-when-hiring-farm-employees
https://twitter.com/samheagney/status/1418467088910323718
https://crops.extension.iastate.edu/cropnews/2021/07/tips-late-summer-establishment-forages
https://ocj.com/2021/07/understanding-primary-factors-driving-plant-growth/
I like this... "USDA says Veterans can play a critical role in America's national defense by working on farms in rural areas".
https://www.military.com/veteran-jobs/6-ways-us-department-of-agriculture-helps-vets-work-americas-food-supply.html
https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/crop-production/not-your-fathers-spreader-common-spinner-spreader-myths-debunked
https://agfuse.com/article/how-to-create-a-low-input-high-revenue-system-with-wide-row-intercropping
https://agfuse.com/question/what-is-md2-pineapple#answer-222
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https://twitter.com/kowalchukfarms1/status/1414945866033602568
https://www.ars.usda.gov/oc/dof/alfalfa-a-winner-for-producers-and-the-environment
https://agventures.ces.ncsu.edu/2021/07/crop-insurance-101-webinar-set-for-july-20/
https://www.growingproduce.com/citrus/8-pointers-prepare-farm-hurricane-season
Thank you farmers for all you do.
Here's part of the answer... I shared an article recently that stated farmers will have to increase production 50% by year 2050. Getting youth interested in the industry is a large part of the solution.
https://www.wisfarmer.com/story/news/2021/07/13/helping-youth-find-passion-agriculture-industry-ftd/7957417002/
https://extension.okstate.edu/articles/2021/ellis-pond-repairs.html
Online farmers market... another way to sell your veggies.
https://www.durangoherald.com/articles/southwest-food-co-op-sees-success-through-virtual-farmers-market/
https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/health/methods-to-effectively-protect-you-from-mosquito-bites/
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/mid-year-financial-health-check-up-how-healthy-is-your-farm
"It's easy to think a person will just be under there for a minute and nothing will fall on him or her, he said. But if it takes another five minutes to put a wood block under the machine to stay safe, it's worth the effort."
https://www.agupdate.com/agriview/news/dairy/maintenance-important-throughout-year/article_77f145c0-2a61-5ed6-a801-2562e31adec0.html
https://twitter.com/hort4cy/status/1413118020327813128
...made a farmer.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWjUT1RjNdQ
https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/article/2021/07/08/consult-farm-safety-checklist-first
https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/farm-life/article/2021/07/08/farm-shopping-list-shortages-work
https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/crop-production/going-solar-on-the-farm-implementing-solar-power-in-agriculture
https://granular.ag/blog/how-to-develop-a-data-driven-plan-purposeful-collection/
From 2007 Census of Agriculture, posted in National Geographic. Checked it against 2019, still the same players, but shuffled around.
