Corn's ancient ancestors are calling: Genomic encyclopedia sheds light on domestication 9,000 years ago
The domestication of maize is one of the greatest examples of humankind's impact on evolution. Early farmers' pre-industrial plant breeding choices turned corn from a nearly inedible crop into the ...
US farmers turn to Airbnb, corn mazes to outlast agricultural downturn
Agritourism boomed during COVID and is still growing thanks to city dwellers seeking peace and solitude and farmers seeking ...
Brazil’s black matpe output hinges on India’s duty-free imports this year
Brazilian growers may skip sowing black matpe if India doesn't extend duty-free imports, impacting global pulse market.
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Shining a light on sustainability: UV-treated grass seeds may curb methane in livestock
BioLumic is supporting field trials of UV treated ryegrass to validate methane reduction in livestock, scaling up seed ...
Irish Farmers Journal6d
Grain Trends: tariffs and weather hitting markets
Potential tariffs from the US and weather are both having a big impact on grain and oilseed markets at present.
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Uganda community group restores shea groves and livelihoods
As the early morning mist lifts over the plains of northern Uganda, women gather at the Pader Shea Nut and Agro-processing ...
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Scientists make incredible discovery after studying innovative planting technique — here's how it could revolutionize agriculture
Research such as this is vital in preparing the world to be resilient to a changing climate. Scientists make incredible ...
Agritourism helps US farmers withstand agricultural downturn
Thompson, who also raises animals for meat at her farm, Pink River Ranch, is one of many farmers turning to the $4.5 billion ...