Promising new research could automate weed-killing on the farm By: Victor Martino Weeds are a pesky problem for farmers. But researchers and private companies –
Farm to Fork Column By: Victor Martino The Promise and Opportunity of AgTech on the Farm and Beyond In late June the information technology gurus
By Erik Wilson Some of you may recall that last year I grew a non-gmo cotton crop, but the year prior I grew a GMO
By Charles A Hice Deere & Co is suing AGCO Corp over 12 John Deere patents it alleges are being infringed upon by Precision Planting
In the light of the recent California Governor Primary, I wanted to shed some more light on what is now considered a deeply flawed and tumultuous legacy project from Jerry Brown. I am talking about High Speed rail. Perhaps one of the largest public project debacles in the last 100 years of US history. Take a look at some of the highlights in the article and voice your own opinion though. Is high speed rail really what Jerry Brown and his cronies make it out to be, or is it just another disaster that California must deal with?
In today’s farming world, we hear many terms passed about. But perhaps one of the most misunderstood is that of “Regenerative Agriculture”. Just what is it, and how do farms consider it in use? This is an almost “Back to the Future” like farming method that you will be hearing more about in the future. Especially as more farms look for ways to integrate and grow.
Here is a piece from last year written by Kat Kerlin of UC Davis going over the possible use of unconventional spaces to help with renewable energy plans, which will save prime Ag lands from further acquisition. Perhaps this can help the farmer more?
For many decades Chinese agriculture has struggled to meet a growing and demanding population. The Chinese agricultural scene has been laced with problems. However, with new improvements in technology and farming culture, the Chinese seem to be an ever growing and capable agricultural powerhouse. How will this affect the US or the rest of the world? And how have the Chinese been growing into larger players on the Ag scene?
When people think of Ag they don’t often think of lucrative career. However, here are the top 5 paying Ag jobs you can make more than a decent living with right now. These jobs are both fruitful and in demand. What do you think?
Research Looks Into Better Biofuels, Less Greenhouse Gas and a Way to Fight Antibiotic Resistance The cow’s stomach microbiome is an underexplored resource, says UC
A man reflects on his past from a simple farm tool he made as a boy. An interesting and touching story that makes you reflect on how important the simple things really are, especially in Ag.
A man and a tractor can make all the difference. The machinery that allows us to shape the land and move the cattle can really make a difference. Here is a short about a man and his tractor, and how much its meant to him. What is your favorite piece of equipment and why?
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