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Modern dairy cows are milk-producing powerhouses—some yielding more than 50 kg a day. But all that productivity comes at a price: their mammary glands often suffer from inflammation and cellular stress, which not only reduces milk quality but also affects the cows' well-being.

Cheap volcanic rock that languishes in open-cut mines and quarries could transform Australia's farming sector as a natural fertilizer, boosting crop yields and removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Moringa (Drumstick), often called the miracle tree, is a hardy tree that can be found in many different climates and is known for its nutritious and beneficial leaves, pods, and seeds. Moringa seeds require special attention when planting to ensure robust growth and long-term yield. From backyards to community gardens or even large pots, this […] This information Moringa Seed Planting: Step-by-Step Guide for Healthy Growth appeared first on AgriFarming

The recommended timing for the Pre-Sidedress Nitrate Test is between V4 and V6, when most roots are concentrated in the top 12 inches of soil. A recent study shares more on getting the most from nitrogen.

arXiv:2507.08605v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Rice cultivation consumes 24-30% of global freshwater, creating critical water management challenges in major rice-producing regions. Sustainable irrigation practices like direct seeded rice (DSR) and alternate wetting and drying (AWD) can reduce water use by 20-40% while maintaining yields, helping secure long-term agricultural productivity as water scarcity intensifies - a key component of the Zero Hunger Sustainable Development Goal. However, limited data on adoption rates of these practices prevents evidence-based policymaking and targeted resource allocation. We developed a novel remote sensing framework to monitor sustainable water management practices at scale in Punjab, India - a region facing severe groundwater depletion of 41.6 cm/year. To collect essential ground truth data, we partnered with the Nature Conservancy's Promoting Regenerative and No-burn Agriculture (PRANA) program, which trained approximately 1,400 farmers on

arXiv:2507.08103v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Agriculture contributes trillions of dollars to the US economy each year. Digital technologies are disruptive forces in agriculture. The open source movement is beginning to emerge in agriculture technology and has dramatic implications for the future of farming and agriculture digital technologies. The convergence of open source and agriculture digital technology is observable in scientific research, but the implications of open source ideals related to agriculture technology have yet to be explored. This study explores open agriculture digital technology through a systematic mapping of available open agriculture digital technology research. The study contributes to Information Systems research by illuminating current trends and future research opportunities.

arXiv:2507.08024v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Precision agriculture relies heavily on accurate image analysis for crop disease identification and treatment recommendation, yet existing vision-language models (VLMs) often underperform in specialized agricultural domains. This work presents a domain-aware framework for agricultural image processing that combines prompt-based expert evaluation with self-consistency mechanisms to enhance VLM reliability in precision agriculture applications. We introduce two key innovations: (1) a prompt-based evaluation protocol that configures a language model as an expert plant pathologist for scalable assessment of image analysis outputs, and (2) a cosine-consistency self-voting mechanism that generates multiple candidate responses from agricultural images and selects the most semantically coherent diagnosis using domain-adapted embeddings. Applied to maize leaf disease identification from field images using a fine-tuned PaliGemma model, our

ST. CLOUD, Minn. — The Soil Health Academy (SHA) announced that Ben Katon will serve as organizational strategist, offering planning and operational guidance as the non-profit enters a new phase of strategic growth and development. With extensive experience in strategic management and non-profit governance, Katon brings valuable insight to SHA as it refines its programming, […] The post Soil Health Academy Announces Leadership Addition appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Though the current public health risk of H5N1 bird flu is low, the University of Florida (UF) is taking a proactive approach to education about the illness, which is responsible for one human death in the United States, as well as outbreaks among dairy cows and poultry. UF’s H5N1 Coordination Group combines […] The post Scientists Seek to Curtail Bird Flu’s Spread appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

As vegan cheese sales decline and concerns about ultra-processed foods grow, a new cheese on the block faces challenges.

Aigen's Element robot uses solar power and AI to provide farmers with a sustainable alternative to herbicides, working efficiently in cotton and soy fields.

Regenerative agriculture software is a special kind of digital toolbox made just for farmers using, or switching to, regenerative methods....

House spending committee has taken similar position on 2026 request

The USDA sharply raised its outlook for soybean oil use by biofuel producers in the 2025-26 marketing year, which begins Oct. 1, to a record 15.5 billion pounds.

Hail pummeled crops in the Scottsbluff and Mitchell, Neb., areas on June 29, as a thunderstorm moved from the west to the east.  “The hail came in well before Scottsbluff in a swath of about...

STILLWATER, Okla. — The hum of LED lights and the soft shuffle of microscope slides fill the entomology lab in the Oklahoma State University Noble Research Center. Students work intently, while Haobo Jiang moves through the room, offering guidance and sharing insights from the research he began in 1991. Jiang, entomology and plant pathology professor […] The post Insects of Impact: Research Helps Bridge Gap Between Insects and Human Health appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

ITHACA, N.Y. — A prototype for a national 4-H program aimed at helping young people feed themselves and their families nutritiously – and introduce them to potential career paths in agriculture, food and nutrition – has come to a halt. The 12-week program provided after-school activities for 7th and 8th graders at New York City […] The post Research at Risk: After-School Nutrition and Career Readiness for NYC Middle-Schoolers appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

The director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture says farmers continue to look for ways to implement additional conservation practices. ISDA director Don Lamb says a new report shows Indiana farmers planted 1.6 million acres of cover crops in 2024. “Indiana is a big state for cover crops, for conservation, and for soil health,” […] The post Indiana farmers committed to expanding soil conservation  appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Winners of the 2024 Food Innovation Challenge Announced: 5 Projects Transforming Sustainable Agriculture Have you ever wondered if the answer to the global food crisis is not found in research labs but growing in a small farm in India? What if the solution is hidden in the grazing lands of Kenya or tucked into peanut […] The post Winners of the 2024 Food Innovation Challenge Announced: 5 Projects Transforming Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on BioTecNika.

For nearly a month, hundreds of thousands of Iowans have not been allowed to water their lawns—even though there's no drought.

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton, in collaboration with the New York Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at Cornell University, announced the launch of Snapshot NY, a citizen science program that allows the public to participate in wildlife monitoring through the deployment of trail cameras. The project will help […] The post DEC Launches “Snapshot NY,” New Citizen Science Wildlife Monitoring Program appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Organic manures improve soil health, support crop growth, and reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers. They include bulky types like FYM and compost, and concentrated ones like oilcakes and blood meal. Proper use benefits crops, soil fertility, and farm income, especially for small Indian farmers.

Researchers demonstrate a new 3D printing method that produces electrically conductive structures from sustainable materials, enabling potential applications in sensors, electronics, and wearables.

LONDON, Ohio — The 2025 Farm Science Review Hall of Fame honorees — Gary Jackson, Doug Jennings and John Sites — were officially inducted June 10, in advance of this year’s FSR, which will be held at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center near London, Ohio on Sept. 16 – 18. The FSR Hall of Fame […] The post Three Ag Leaders Named to Farm Science Review Hall of Fame appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Government is pushing for a digital agriculture revolution with AI, geospatial tools, and weather tech to empower Farmer Producer Organisations and cooperatives. Union Minister Piyush Goyal said these innovations will play a key role in shaping a future-ready farming ecosystem.

An ag economist is working to build decision tools for specialty crop growers to navigate through extreme climate events. Tor Tolhurst with Michigan State University studies how rare events can shape behavior and impact the economy. “What happens in one place can have broad effects into all of these other markets,” he explains. “In particularly, […] The post MSU research digs into behavioral changes to build ag resiliency   appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

The project manager of the National Cover Crop Variety Test says their new report will help farmers source seed best suited toward their region. University of Missouri’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture’s Etienne Sutton tells Brownfield, “One of the major constraints that we’ve learned to expanding the cover crop seed industry is being able to forecast […] The post National cover crop variety research supports regional needs appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Arabidopsis may seem like a simple plant, but at the University of Missouri, plant biochemist Jay Thelen is using it as a powerful model to explore ways to boost oil production—an important step toward creating more sustainable, plant-based energy sources.

FARGO, N.D. — The Langdon Research Extension Center (LREC) will be holding its annual field day in cooperation with the Northern Canola Growers Association (NCGA) on Thursday, July 24, beginning at 8:30 a.m. and concluding with a noon meal sponsored by the NCGA. There will be an array of topics to address during the field […] The post Langdon Research Extension Center to Host Annual Field Day appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

TerraTech has already analyzed the area of 2.95 mln hectares in cooperation with Brazilian companies

YouTube will announce new monetization guidelines on July 15, expected to help spot AI content farms amid platform slop problem.

BOZEMAN, Mont. – Thanks to two unique licensing agreements, new camelina cultivars developed at Montana State University will have the opportunity to make maximum societal and commercial impact. The MSU Technology Transfer Office, or TTO, licensed two MSU cultivars of camelina to independent companies in Montana and Connecticut. Camelina, which comes from the same plant family […] The post Technology Transfer Helps Maximize Impact of Montana State Plant Cultivars appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Researchers at the University of Missouri are evaluating the effectiveness of using drones to apply fungicides. Plant Pathologist Mandy Bish says the first year of data shows a drone performs similar or slightly better compared to an airplane for fungicide applications on diseases like tar spot. “I’ve been looking at the tar spot disease severity […] The post Drone vs. plane – which is better to apply fungicides? appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

HIF Global is giving its massive $6 billion green hydrogen and synthetic fuels project in Paysandú, Uruguay a thoughtful redesign.…

Ohio Farm Bureau’s new health plans aim to offer affordable, comprehensive coverage for farm families, thanks to a law modeled after Tennessee’s success. The post New law paves way for Ohio Farm Bureau Health Plans, expanding coverage appeared first on Farm and Dairy.

The Agriculture Leadership Conclave 2025 spotlighted innovative farming, with Dr. Rajaram Tripathi presenting his acclaimed Natural Greenhouse Model. Experts discussed sustainable fertilization, irrigation, organic farming, and farmer–industry partnerships to enhance profitability and ecological balance.

INDIANAPOLIS — According to a recent conservation survey, Indiana farmers planted an estimated 1.6 million acres of overwinter living covers. Indiana is among the top states in the nation for cover crop adoption. “Hoosier farmers are committed to preserving one of God’s most previous gifts – Earth,” Lieutenant Governor Beckwith, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture said. “Overwintering […] The post Hoosier Farmers Committed to Soil Conservation appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

India’s agriculture and fisheries exports have touched Rs 4.5 lakh crore, and Union Minister Piyush Goyal said this figure can grow fivefold to Rs 20 lakh crore with greater focus on technology, processing, and branding.

Climate change is silently sapping the nutrients from our food. A pioneering study finds that rising CO2 and higher temperatures are not only reshaping how crops grow but are also degrading their nutritional value—especially in vital leafy greens like kale and spinach. This shift could spell trouble for global health, particularly in communities already facing nutritional stress. Researchers warn that while crops may grow faster, they may also become less nourishing, with fewer minerals, proteins, and antioxidants—raising concerns about obesity, weakened immunity, and chronic diseases.

Technology being used at two Tasmanian wind farms has drastically reduced wedge-tail eagle fatalities while cutting output by only around 1 per cent. The post Wind farm bird protection tech a success, with no new eagle deaths and barely a dent in revenue appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Although Kymberly Foster Seabolt's nest grows ever more empty, she holds out hope for plenty more time helping GirlWonder fix up her house. The post Closet space appeared first on Farm and Dairy.

According to a new study, the key to restoring food chain networks across some coral reefs could be eradicating invasive rat populations. The East African country of Seychelles is home to 1,690km2 of coral reef. Across its archipelago of 115 islands, there are 13 species of amphibians, 30 reptiles and 220 bird species. However, invasive […]

The slashing of worker protections is aimed at increasing the rate of exploitation and boosting the profits of US corporations.

WASHINGTON — The New World screwworm is rapidly spreading northward in Mexico, moving closer to the U.S. border. This parasitic fly infests mammals, including livestock, wildlife and sometimes people, causing severe tissue damage or death if left untreated. To advance research into this devastating pest, the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research’s (FFAR) rapid response program, Rapid […] The post FFAR Seeks New World Screwworm Research Proposals appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Adding lime to agricultural soils can remove CO2 from the atmosphere, rather than cause CO2 emissions, claims new research.

Photo of Farmers Edge soil testing laboratory equipment taken by Brent Barnett/Brownfield An ag technology and soil science company is asking farmers to prioritize soil testing. Eileen Bernard, director of farm and retail growth for Farmers Edge, says soil tests can provide a detailed analysis of nutrient levels in crop fields, including essential elements like […] The post Farmers Edge showcases importance of soil testing appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

An alfalfa breeding program is focused on creating plants that can thrive under extreme growing conditions. Dr. Erika Rodbell with Forage Genetics International tells Brownfield researchers are looking ten years ahead, trying to anticipate disease, pest, and climate challenges growers will have, and develop an alfalfa plant that can withstand those challenges. “Pest pressure in […] The post Alfalfa research focuses on future challenges appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

A new policy brief, produced as part of the LAMASUS project, highlights that strategic agricultural de-intensification in the EU could help reduce agricultural carbon emissions by nearly a third and considerably improve biodiversity recovery.

New versions of the H5N1 virus are increasingly adept at spreading. Suggestions to either let it rip in poultry or vaccinate the birds could backfire.

AgriLife Extension specialist recognized nationally for innovative work in manure management The post Liu earns National Science Foundation CAREER Award appeared first on AgriLife Today.

SPONSORED CONTENT Fumigants are a cornerstone of conventional agriculture in the United States for combating soil-borne pests and diseases. However, fumigants also have significant limitations, including application requirements, buffer zone restrictions and the lack of available products for organic farmers. The role of fumigants in agriculture Fumigants are chemical agents applied before planting to eliminate … The post Kemin introduces RevoCURB™, a new safe and versatile soil treatment tool to address agricultural issues such as restrictions on fumigants and the requirements for buffer zones. appeared first on California Ag Network.

Would you get a one-time genetic modification such that you'd never have to take a GLP-1 drug for weight loss ever again?

An international research team led by Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) and the Joint FAO/IAEA Center of Nuclear Techniques in Food and Agriculture has identified the gene responsible for a temperature-sensitive lethality (tsl) phenotype in the Mediterranean fruit fly, solving a long-standing mystery. Their research is published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

The Biovelddag, held on Thursday, July 3 in Lelystad, once again drew a large crowd this year. Attendees came to explore the latest advancements in weed...

A professor of weed science at the University of Illinois says advancements in remote sensing technology can now allow drones to detect subtle dicamba damage in soybeans. Aaron Hager says it’s a needed tool that can help determine the impacts of off-target movement of the herbicide. “We’ve seen instances where exposure has taken place up […] The post New research detects dicamba damage from the sky appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

A large prospective study published in Molecular Nutrition and Food Research reveals that a healthy plant-based diet is linked with a reduced risk of inflammatory bowel disease.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Targeted weed-spraying can save tomato farmers 71% of the herbicide they use, new University of Florida research shows. It also cuts input costs related to weed management for growers by 75%. The results mean that targeted spray technology lowers the amount of herbicides in the environment, said Nathan Boyd, lead scientist on […] The post UF/IFAS Scientist uses AI to Target Weeds appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Agriculture is a major contributor to the climate crisis. Large agribusiness corporations are pursuing a range of agricultural innovations to increase carbon sequestration in soils. However, according to a study published in Environmental Science & Policy, so-called "carbon farming" proves problematic.

Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam reaffirmed Egypt’s continued commitment to strengthening African unity, fostering cooperation and exchanging technical expertise among African nations in the field of water resources management. During a meeting with a delegation from the Committee on Agriculture and Environment of Namibia’s National Council, led by Paulus N. Mbangu, Member … The post Irrigation Min Stresses Importance Of Technical Cooperation Among African Countries in Water Field appeared first on Egypt Independent.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) has successfully concluded its participation in the Time and Change: The Ohio State Campaign, exceeding expectations and achieving transformational results in student support, research, and infrastructure. Launched publicly in 2019, the campaign garnered support from nearly 29,000 CFAES donors — […] The post CFAES Transforms Student Success, Research, Facilities Through Time and Change Campaign appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

A healthy plant-based diet is linked with a reduced risk of inflammatory bowel disease, according to international research. The study of over 140,000 people in the UK found that people who reported that they followed a healthy plant-based diet had an 8% lower risk of ulcerative colitis and a 14% lower risk of Crohn’s disease. An unhealthy plant-based diet was associated with a 15% higher risk of Crohn’s disease, with results suggesting that this was in part due to higher intake of vegetable oils and animal fats. Fruits and vegetables were identified as protective factors against inflammatory bowel disease.

A large prospective study published in Molecular Nutrition and Food Research reveals that a healthy plant-based diet is linked with a reduced risk of inflammatory bowel disease.

arXiv:2507.05432v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Uniform and excessive herbicide application in modern agriculture contributes to increased input costs, environmental pollution, and the emergence of herbicide resistant weeds. To address these challenges, we developed a vision guided, AI-driven variable rate sprayer system capable of detecting weed presence, estimating canopy size, and dynamically adjusting nozzle activation in real time. The system integrates lightweight YOLO11n and YOLO11n-seg deep learning models, deployed on an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano for onboard inference, and uses an Arduino Uno-based relay interface to control solenoid actuated nozzles based on canopy segmentation results. Indoor trials were conducted using 15 potted Hibiscus rosa sinensis plants of varying canopy sizes to simulate a range of weed patch scenarios. The YOLO11n model achieved a mean average precision (mAP@50) of 0.98, with a precision of 0.99 and a recall close to 1.0. The YOLO11n-seg segmentation

Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Jayant Chaudhary inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh Agritech Innovation Hub in Meerut to boost tech-driven farming. The initiative aims to empower farmers through AI, IoT, and smart agriculture solutions in collaboration with IIT Ropar.

Ministry of Agriculture organized a national workshop to launch the upgraded DBT 2.0 platform and the NaMo Drone Didi Yojana. The initiative aims to enhance transparency in subsidy distribution and promote drone-based farming by empowering women-led SHGs.

ROSE, Ill.  — On August 14, Main Street Pastures Farm in St. Rose, Illinois will be transformed into a living classroom where farmers, ranchers, and health-minded consumers will learn how soil health-improving regenerative farming is reshaping the way we grow our food, care for the land, and sustain our rural communities. Hosted by local producers […] The post Growing Healthy Soil, Food, Farms, Futures appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

BLACKSBURG, Va. — The 2025 hurricane season is underway, with the National Weather Service predicting above-normal hurricane activity over the Atlantic. The first storm of the season, Tropical Storm Andrea, set a record as the farthest north and east a tropical system has formed in the Atlantic during June. The two storms that followed, Barry […] The post Virginia Tech experts on hurricane preparedness and flood warnings appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Samuel C. Watson, Ph.D., has been named Assistant Professor of Meat Science in Penn State’s Department of Animal Science. As Extension faculty, he will be focused on aiding the meat industry in workforce development by leading the Penn State Butcher’s School Apprenticeship program. He also plans to work with meat processors on […] The post Watson Joins Meats Science Faculty in Department of Animal Science at Penn State appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Broiler chickens, bred for rapid growth, accumulate more fat under chronic heat stress, which reduces meat quality and production efficiency. In a recent study, researchers from Japan revealed that heat stress directly alters fat metabolism in adipose tissue, regulating genes that promote fat storage. Their findings suggest new strategies to mitigate heat stress-related losses in poultry production amidst global warming.

MADISON, Wis. — National survey results published this spring reveal widespread participation in and benefits derived from attending farmers markets in the United States. The study, conducted by researchers at UW–Madison and the Farmers Market Coalition, also emphasizes the need for continued support and promotion of farmers markets, which led the research team to develop resources for […] The post Researchers Develop Promotional Resources for Farmers Markets appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Imagine farms where the soil gets healthier every year, capturing carbon, holding water, and growing nutritious food. This is the goal of regenerative agriculture. Instead of...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The heat of summer has arrived with farmers markets and home gardens filling up with delicious vegetables and fruit. Think it’s too late to start your own garden even if you only have a patio or deck with a few pots? Horticulture experts at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture have […] The post Grow Your Garden in a Small Space with Containers appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

The U.S. EPA heard comments from biofuel industry groups Tuesday as part of a public hearing on proposed Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and 2027. EPA’s Dallas Burkholder says the agency’s proposal for 2026 includes 15 billion gallons of conventional ethanol, over 9 billion gallons for advanced biofuels including 5.61 billion gallons of biomass-based diesel […] The post Biofuel groups testify at EPA hearing on 2026-27 Renewable Fuel Standards appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

African food systems face daunting challenges in the face of climate change. They must ensure fair access to food for residents of Africa's growing cities and create decent jobs where workers and small businesses get a fair share of earnings. Food systems must also mitigate the environmental problems they cause, such as biodiversity loss, soil degradation and greenhouse gas emissions.

Commentary. It is almost impossible for me to talk about AI without my mind going to that liquid nitrogen canister where the future of our cattle herd is stored. It keeps bull semen frozen and viable for years and is a valuable tool for us in genetic selection, herd improvement, and biosecurity. Artificial insemination is about making […] The post Artificial Intelligence on the farm appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Windmills have long played a vital role in agriculture—grinding grain, pumping water, and powering essential equipment. But in 1854, a breakthrough in windmill design changed everything. That year, American inventor ... Read More The post Daniel Halladay Revolutionized Windmill Technology in 1854 appeared first on AgNet West.

STIHL’s petrol-powered mistblowers—SR 420, SR 450, and SR 5600—offer efficient crop protection with advanced spraying technology, ergonomic design, and low fuel consumption. Designed for various farm sizes and terrains, these reliable tools enhance productivity and are backed by STIHL’s trusted global brand legacy.

arXiv:2507.04240v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Plant factory cultivation is widely recognized for its ability to optimize resource use and boost crop yields. To further increase the efficiency in these environments, we propose a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) framework that systematically schedules and coordinates dual-arm harvesting tasks, minimizing the overall harvesting makespan based on pre-mapped fruit locations. Specifically, we focus on a specialized dual-arm harvesting robot and employ pose coverage analysis of its end effector to maximize picking reachability. Additionally, we compare the performance of the dual-arm configuration with that of a single-arm vehicle, demonstrating that the dual-arm system can nearly double efficiency when fruit densities are roughly equal on both sides. Extensive simulations show a 10-20% increase in throughput and a significant reduction in the number of stops compared to non-optimized methods. These results underscore the advantages

Any home gardener knows they have to tailor their watering regime for different plants. Forgetting to water their flowerbed over the weekend could spell disaster, but the trees will likely be fine. Plants have evolved different strategies to manage their water use, but soil moisture models have mostly neglected this until now.

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Manure is one of the most valuable resources on a farm. It provides key nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium that crops need to grow. But manure isn’t always the same. Depending on how manure is stored and how well it’s mixed before spreading, nutrients in it can change form, which […] The post Better Manure Management with New Technology appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

A study published in People and Nature finds that both sight and sound influence perception of biodiversity, and participants were slightly more accurate when assessing forest biodiversity through sound alone than through sight alone.

Many have long suspected that U.S. policy on genetically modified (GM) organisms was being influenced by the multinational corporations that profit from genetic engineering and the export-oriented agribusiness. However, recently released Wikileaks cables document just how close that relationship has become. The U.S. Department of State has virtually become an agency for promoting the private interests of the Monsanto Corporation. As European social movements pressure their governments for an ongoing moratorium on GM seeds and foods, Monsanto and other biotech corporations have been pushing to find new market footholds, using hybrids even in impoverished Haiti following the January 12, 2010 earthquake. They have been pursuing such goals in collaboration with USAID, the U.S. State Department and the Gates Foundation Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA). According to Netline: "The collusion of the Gates Foundation with Monsanto corporation is no accident, as

The leader of seed care and biologicals for Syngenta says research and education are needed to help farmers get the most out of new biological crop tools. Quinn Showalter says biological products are relatively new, so the industry will have to spend time showing farmers the benefits of these tools. “When we come out with […] The post Research and education needed as biological market expands appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Leading North American forest genetics researchers, professionals and students joined together at Penn State for the 2025 Forest Genetics Conference, where they shared ideas and made connections to enhance research dedicated to preserving forests. The conference brought members of the Western Forest Genetics Association (WFGA), the Southern Forest Tree Improvement Committee (SFTIC) […] The post National forest genetics groups meet at Penn State for annual conference appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Scientists have created a freely available software that will allow them to better design RNAi biopesticides, a type of agricultural spray which relies on genetic processes to combat pests and pathogens. RNA interference (RNAi) works by introducing double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) to switch off genes essential for the survival of organisms and viruses. Unlike broad-acting pesticides, […]

ANKENY, Iowa — Nightly shop lockup might be part of your farm’s security. Maybe you have security cameras for surveillance as an added measure for your farm’s safety. But, is that enough? From ransomware attacks shutting down agribusinesses to hackers tampering with GPS-guided equipment on the farm, cybersecurity threats are no longer just a problem […] The post Digital Danger on the Farm appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

URBANA, Ill. — Drones can now detect subtle soybean canopy damage from dicamba at one ten-thousandth of the herbicide’s label rate — simulating vapor drift — eight days after application. This advancement in remote sensing from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign provides a science-based tool to accurately detect and report crop damage at the field scale, reducing human […] The post New Land Grant Research Detects Dicamba Damage from Sky appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Researchers and hatcheries are exploring new ways to protect shellfish in the Pacific Northwest, although Trump budget cuts may thwart their efforts.

A review has explored the pathways, business models and drivers for youth employment in Africa's agricultural sector by gaining research and insights from young people and stakeholders involved in youth empowerment activities in Uganda.

Learn how dairy cows are responding to increasingly warmer temperatures and what farmers can do to help protect them.

Nature in the UK appeared to receive a rare funding boost in the June spending review, with the government setting a spending target of up to £2 billion a year for England's environmental land management (ELM) scheme by 2028–29.

A technical field representative with BASF says new research shows seed treatments can help mitigate yield losses caused by red crown rot. Nick Tinsley says the key is using a higher rate of seed treatment. “Not all seed treatments are going to have activity, but there are a few out there that do.”  He says, […] The post BASF researching red crown rot appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Brownfield’s Carah Hart covers the Fisher Delta Ag Research Expo The post Fisher Delta Ag Research Expo appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Microplastics (MPs) pollution is a prevalent environmental problem that affects ecosystems globally. Despite the growing research on the environmental effects of MPs, a significant research gap remains in understanding the differences of environmental behavior and distribution patterns between biodegradable MPs and traditional MPs.

Danish and Welsh botanists sifted through 400 studies, field-tested seed mixes, and uncovered a lineup of native and exotic blooms that both thrill human eyes and lure bees and hoverflies in droves, offering ready-made recipes for transforming lawns, parks, and patios into vibrant pollinator hotspots.

As the twenty-first century advances, the specter of increasing drought frequency and severity looms large over the Earth’s terrestrial ecosystems. Scientists predict that these changes will profoundly suppress terrestrial gross primary productivity (GPP), the total amount of carbon captured through photosynthesis. Understanding the complex controls on GPP under drought stress is critical for assessing carbon […]

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University of Oxford researchers have led a new study which found that hedgerows, small copses and even individual trees can significantly increase the number of butterflies in farmed landscapes. The findings have been published in the journal Ecological Solutions and Evidence.