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Monday, May 21, 2012
UK Farmers Enjoy Boom as Economy Suffers UK - If there's one green shoot that continues to grow and has the potential to help kick-start Britain’s economic recovery then it's farming, according to the National Farmers Union (NFU)...
John Deere AutoTrac Controller Widens the Net UK - John Deere’s proven multi-brand satellite guidance system is now available as a more fully integrated solution for other makes of tractor and older John Deere models.
Food Hubs Keep Connections Local US - Here’s something to chew on: In 2010, Illinois’ 76,000 farmers generated $16 billion in economic output, securing the state’s position as one of the most productive growing regions...
Friday, May 18, 2012
Fixing Single Farm Exchange Rate Removes Euro Uncertainty UK - Farmers electing to take their support payments in Sterling in their recently completed SPS 2012 application forms should now seek advice on the merits of fixing the exchange rate.
Farmers Advised to Get Head-Start on NVZ Appeals UK - Farmers have just 59 days to prepare their appeal against proposed changes to Nitrate Vulnerable Zones (NVZs) designations announced this week, the NFU has warned.
Australian Agriculture Shares A$70 Million in Research Grants AUSTRALIA - Over 100 research and demonstration projects across the country will share in A$72.5 million as part of the Gillard Government’s first round of Filling the Research Gap and Action...
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Danish Support for a Greener Agricultural Policy DENMARK - Greening is one of the main new elements in the EU Commission’s reform of the Common Agricultural Policy. It is, however, a proposal that is difficult to adapt to the differing conditions...
Plans for China-UK Centre of Excellence for Plant Research UK & CHINA - A new centre of excellence for plant research is planned in China following a joint symposium in Shanghai between researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the John Innes...
New Zealand & Australia Join Forces at World Farmers' AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND - Federated Farmers of New Zealand and the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) have today announced that they will both apply for membership of international agricultural...
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Outlook Conference Examines Future of UK Agriculture ANALYSIS – There are some signs of improvement in the UK economy, according to an agricultural economist speaking at the UK Outlook Conference last week, reports senior editor, Jackie Linden....
Renewable Energy Gathers Pace at Cereals UK - Growing farmer interest in renewable energy is reflected by the record number of exhibitors from this sector displaying their wares at Cereals 2012 on 13 and 14 June.
Fertilizer Industry Launches Online Campaign Ahead of G8 Summit GLOBAL - The global fertilizer industry has launched a new online campaign called “Roots for Growth”, highlighting the important role which fertilizers play in addressing global food security...
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Urgent Need for Strategy on Sustainable Food UK - The Government must develop a joined-up strategy to change the UK's unhealthy and environmentally damaging food system, as fears mount about global food security, MPs on the Commons Environmental...
AD 'the Missing Link' for Bioenergy UK - Achieving sustainable intensification in farming was a hot topic at the 2012 National Farmers Union (NFU) Conference earlier this year and is a significant aspect of Europe’s Common Agricultural...
Australian Primary Industries Education Boosted AUSTRALIA - The Australian government has continued its commitment to agriculture by announcing the Primary Industries Education Foundation (PIEF) will receive A$225,000 in funding support over...
Spain's Farmers, Ranchers Ask for Drought Allowances SPAIN - Debt and unemployment aren't the only economic worries for Spain - their agricultural sector continues to be battered by Mother Nature.
Monday, May 14, 2012
How Iowa Corn Farmers Explain the Success of Steve Job's Apple ANALYSIS - Long before the iPod, iPhone and iPad were a glint in the eye of Steve Job's Apple Corp, a group of researchers at Iowa State University published a series of landmark papers - on...
Funding Granted for Research into 'Beneficial Bugs' UK - A research project, sponsored by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) Crop Improvement Research Club (CIRC), will investigate how farmers can make better use...
Rabobank says Value-Added Fresh Vegetables Positioned for Growth US - Health and convenience will be the leading drivers of increased demand for fresh vegetables in the next five years, according to a report released from Rabobank’s Food & Agribusiness Research...
Friday, May 11, 2012
Slight Drop in Chinese Farm Produce Prices CHINA - The prices of major farm produce monitored by MOFCOM saw a slight drop last week (30 April - 6 May) and that of materials for production fell in three consecutive weeks.
Even One On-Farm Injury is One Too Many, says NFU US - The National Farmers Union (NFU) announced it is happy with the Department of Labor (DOL) regarding its withdrawal of a proposed rule dealing with children who work in agricultural vocations,...
Farm Health and Safety Research Investments Analysed AUSTRALIA - The Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC) has released a report into the value of investments in the national Farming and Fishing Health and Safety Research...
NFU: Draft Water Bill - Making Sense for Farmers UK - In the Queen’s Speech on 9 May, it was announced that a draft Water Bill will be published to reform the water industry in England and Wales.
Horse Power in Agriculture the Focus at East of England Show UK - A new attraction for this year’s East of England Show charts the role that horses have played in the farming, agriculture and forestry industries over the years.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Winners Emerging from the Global Economic Crisis ANALYSIS - While the US economic recovery is continuing, it is slowing. There has been increasing consumption and increasing residential investment, but with falling non-residential investment,...
Cereals 2012: New Crop Protection Technology on Show UK - From the latest self-propelled sprayer to a set of nozzles to fit it, there’s something for every spraying need and budget at Cereals 2012.
Black Cutworm Flocks to Indiana; Scouting Proves Critical US - Record numbers of black cutworm moths have descended upon Indiana fields, and after a week of warm temperatures and rainfall now is a critical time to scout, a Purdue Extension entomologist...
Mixed Reactions to Go Ahead for Grocery Adjudicator UK - The announcement in the Queens speech yesterday (9 May) that the Groceries Code Adjudicator Bill is likely to be introduced shortly has been met with mixed reactions.
Action on GHGs Builds Momentum UK - The agricultural industry in England is making significant progress towards reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new report published yesterday.
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
315 Million Households to Enter Middle Class by 2020 ANALYSIS - In the next eight years, another 315 million households around the world will shift in status to middle class, pushing the limits of food security for many countries, writes Sarah...
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