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DAILY Discussion. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has registered NIMAXXA bionematicide, the only triple-strain bionematicide seed treatment for season-long nematode protection in soybeans and corn, according to its manufacturer, UPL Corp. NIMAXXA, which will be available to treat soybeans for the 2025 season, is effective against the most damaging nematodes, including soybean cyst ...
Boozman urges Congress to bolster safety nets for 2025 farming
2024年12月3日 · Boozman shared staggering statistics, highlighting projected losses exceeding $29 billion for row crop farmers nationwide by the end of 2024. This includes an estimated $11 billion for corn growers, $5.7 billion for soybean producers, and $5 billion for wheat farmers.
Farmers’ Almanac teases a 2024-25 winter less crazy than
2024年10月10日 · Farmers, get ready for a challenging winter. The 2025 Farmers’ Almanac predicts a cold, stormy season, far different from last year’s unusual weather anomalies.. While the winter of 2023-24 saw unpredictable warm spells and sudden cold snaps, this year’s forecast promises more traditional winter conditions, particularly for the northern and eastern regions.
Drones in agriculture: What are they used for? - AGDAILY
2024年8月20日 · Drone imagery highlights Italian ryegrass weeds in winter wheat. (Image courtesy of N.C. State) Data gathered before planting helps farmers make decisions about irrigation, drainage, and other soil needs like fertilizer.
2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac teases a winter far unlike the last
2024年9月19日 · The Old Farmer’s Almanac — considered to be North America’s most popular reference guide on agriculture and weather and one that is different from the similarly titled Farmer’s Almanac — dates to the late 18th century. The original formula that this publication uses to calculate the weather is kept tucked away in a black tin box in Dublin, New Hampshire, at the almanac’s offices.
Cargill cuts 5 percent of workforce amid falling profits
2024年12月3日 · Cargill is making a 5 percent workforce reduction — approximately 8,000 jobs — amid a “strategic shift” to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The company made the announcement as profits for the fiscal year ending May 2024 fell to $2.5 billion, marking a 36 ...
10 farming and ranching YouTubers to subscribe to now
2024年1月16日 · 1. Millennial Farmer. The Millennial Farmer is otherwise known as Zach Johnson, a fifth-generation farmer from west central Minnesota. Zach makes videos about daily life on his family farm. With over 1 million subscribers, Zach’s content serves as a great resource to other farmers and starts a conversation about farming with the public.
Deere recalls 165k small tractors amid brake hazard concerns
2024年9月27日 · John Deere has recalled approximately 164,700 compact utility tractors across the U.S. and Canada due to a potential safety issue. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced that the recall involves the front bell crank in the brake linkage, which could fail and cause a crash hazard.. So far, there have been three reported incidents linked to this defect, including two injuries and ...
Top 10 jobs in agricultural mechanics: Building the future - AGDAILY
2024年10月1日 · Image by USDA 2. Agricultural Engineer. Agricultural engineers apply principles of engineering, biology, and environmental science to develop new machinery, tools, and systems that improve agricultural practices.
Top 7 U.S. dairy cattle breeds - AGDAILY
2022年1月4日 · Jersey. The Jersey is the smallest major dairy cattle breed, weighing in at between 800 to 1,200 pounds when mature. Jersey cows range in color from dark to light fawn, with or without white marks. They are known for their friendly personality, heat tolerance, feed efficiency, and producing rich milk, high in butterfat, which …