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Experts: High-severity megafires don't preclude future fires
Research shows that areas burned by megafires are more likely to become susceptible to fires again. In less than a decade, some of the burned expanses from this year's megafires could burst into...
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New electric telehandler a groundbreaker
JCB is launching the 505-20E Loadall telehandler — and the E stands for electric. The talk of moving toward zero emissions for off-road equipment is more than that these days, and JCB is carving a new...
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Farm Progress America, December 4, 2020
Max Armstrong shares insight on the rising value of pets during a pandemic Max Armstrong shares news from the president and CEO of Elanco, Jeffrey Simmons, who points out the importance of our pets in...
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7 ag stories you might have missed this week - Dec. 4, 2020
Trade policy, government payments and shuffle in leadership on House Ag Committee among news of the week. Need a quick look at the ag news of the week? Here's what you may have missed.1. How will...
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Cats susceptible to SARS-CoV-2; pigs are not
Research at Kansas State University shows that cats that contract the COVID-19 virus can infect other cats. Kansas State University researchers have found that cats are highly susceptible to the human...
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Robotic weed removal eliminates need for expensive hand crews
FarmWise offers a business model that provides weeding services, freeing the grower from having to own and maintain a machine. Produce growers in Arizona and California are being introduced to the...
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China's meat imports could plunge next year
Domestic hog numbers are rebounding after ASF and mainland consumers are wary of imported meat due to food safety concerns. By Bloomberg NewsChina’s vigorous testing of all inbound frozen food...
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Changing of the guard on House Agriculture Committee
Rep. David Scott and Rep. ‘GT’ Thompson to assume leadership positions on 200-year old House Ag Committee. A combined 86 years of experience will not be on the House Agriculture Committee heading into...
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Digging into digital divide challenge
The Around Farm Progress Podcast looks at the work of Connect Americans Now with its outreach director to learn more about this important issue So how is your farm's broadband internet? Do you have...
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Who should get the COVID vaccine first?
After healthcare workers, essential meat and poultry workers seek high priority for COVID vaccine. With the first shipments of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine scheduled to arrive December 15 and Moderna...
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Dairy farmers targeted by Dean Foods’ lawyers
American Farm Bureau Federation intends to intervene if lawyers continue to pursue litigation against farmers. Nearly 500 dairy farmers who once sold milk to Dean Foods recently received letters...
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More power, precision come to tractors
What’s New: More tech and comfort are also coming to many tractor models. Maybe you need over 600 hp or maybe you just need 30 to do your jobs. Either way, equipment companies have you covered with...
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This Week in Agribusiness, December 5, 2020
Max Armstrong and Mike Pearson check in on the status of the grain market rally, look at changes in D.C. and hear about innovations in fertilizer around sustainability. Part 1Note: The video...
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Celebrate the soil on World Soil Day
#WorldSoilDay focuses on importance of healthy soil to healthy lives. World Soil Day is held annually on Dec. 5 to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for sustainable...
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Water futures to start trading amid growing fears of scarcity
Water will be among commodities traded on Wall Street to help water users manage risk and better align supply and demand. By Kim ChipmanWater is joining gold, oil and other commodities traded on Wall...
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Farm Progress America, December 8, 2020
Max Armstrong reports on the new ranking member of the House Ag Committee – G.T. Thompson Max Armstrong shares insight on G.T. Thompson who is the new ranking member on the House Agriculture...
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USDA to seek input on Western water
Acting NRCS Chief Kevin Norton will host a virtual, open public listening session on Dec. 17. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will seek public input about water quantity in the west related...
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Meat exports see growth in key markets
Strong October for pork and beef muscle cut exports; variety meat trends lower.U.S. pork exports posted broad-based gains in October, solidifying 2020's record pace, according to data released by USDA...
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China-U.S. farm ties are stronger than ever despite trade war
Despite the jumps in purchases, the scars of the trade war remain. By Bloomberg NewsMeasured by the bushel, the U.S.-China relationship has never been stronger.Through the trade war and open...
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Startup launches innovative electric tractor
The Monarch Tractor does more than replace an engine with a battery; new machine offers autonomous operation, enhanced data collection Editor's Note: There's video at the end of this story that shows...
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