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There is power in staying in your area, building or starting up your #FamilyBusiness, #FamilyFarm, or #Agribusiness, and getting into #RegenerativeAgriculture! Green Cover National Family Farm Coalition Farm Bureau Bank CoBank American AgCredit #CoverCrops #NRCS #Agrivoltaics

???? Exploring the Science Behind Sustainable Dairy Production: Dive into My Course – "Principles of Dairy Production"???? This semester, I am teaching Principles of Dairy Production, a comprehensive course designed to cover key aspects of modern dairy farming. It's a privilege to guide students through the science and management practices that ensure efficient, sustainable, and welfare-focused dairy production. Here’s a sneak peek at the topics we’ll explore this semester: 1. ?? Overview of the Dairy Industry 2. ?? Adaptive Traits of Dairy Animals 3. ?? Colostrum Management 4. ?? Feeding of Dairy Calves 5. Weaning of Calves 6. Management of Dairy Heifers 7. ??Transition Cow Management 8. ??Lactation Biology 9. Milking Management 10. Lactation Curve Analysis 11. ? ?Time Budgeting of Dairy Cows 12. Feeding Behavior of Cows 13. Grouping Strategies at the Farm 14. Dry Period Management 15. ?? Heat Stress Management 16. Precision Dairy Farming ?? Whether you’re a student, researcher, or industry professional, let’s connect and discuss how these topics shape the future of dairy farming. ???? Drop a comment or share your thoughts! #DairyScience #VeterinaryEducation #DairyProduction #AnimalWelfare #PrecisionFarming #Agriculture #Sustainability

Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for research and innovation, Martin Heydon T.D, today launched a Department funded research report titled ‘Sustainable Transition of the Rural Economy Through Generational Renewal’, at School of Business Maynooth University. Dr Michael Hayden PhD, FCA and Dr Bridget McNally from School of Business Maynooth University, along with Anne Kinsella from Teagasc , led this research project over the past two years. An aging farming population is a major concern to the sustainability of the rural economy in Ireland. Prior research has identified the strongest barriers to innovation in agriculture are at farm level, and relate to business structures, lack of land mobility and aging farmers. In this context, through a combination of desk-based research, interviews with farmers and agricultural advisors, and a survey of farmers, the dual roles of collaborative farming and retirement income provisioning in facilitating generational renewal was comprehensively explored. Launching the report, Minister Heydon, said: “Attracting the next generation of farmers is crucial to securing the future of Irish agriculture. This important research funded by my Department looks at many of challenges and barriers to succession and importantly explores potential solutions." Joseph Coughlan Peter McNamara Fabrice Rousseau Fionnuala Doris Aodhdín Casey FCA Niall Foster

MSU researchers helping small processors manage wastewater From an article in MeatingPlace by Tom Johnston Article excerpts: "Michigan State University researchers are studying ways to help small meat processors in Michigan manage wastewater in accordance with new permitting standards. Funding from the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture will back two MSU research projects: the first to characterize the types of wastewater they produce and determine best sampling practices to produce an accurate read on nutrient levels; and the second to assess site-specific needs. “There are relatively few options for low-volume meat processors when it comes to wastewater,” said Jeannine Schweihofer, associate director of MSU Extension’s Agriculture and Agribusiness Institute, in a news release. “The ultimate goal of this research is to provide processors with cost-effective wastewater management strategies while protecting groundwater and the environment.” The Michigan Meat Association (MMA) estimates the initial cost to satisfy the new state wastewater discharge requirements at some $840,000." Link to article: https://lnkd.in/gtbye-X6

MSU researchers helping small processors manage wastewater From an article in MeatingPlace by Tom Johnston Article excerpts: "Michigan State University researchers are studying ways to help small meat processors in Michigan manage wastewater in accordance with new permitting standards. Funding from the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture will back two MSU research projects: the first to characterize the types of wastewater they produce and determine best sampling practices to produce an accurate read on nutrient levels; and the second to assess site-specific needs. “There are relatively few options for low-volume meat processors when it comes to wastewater,” said Jeannine Schweihofer, associate director of MSU Extension’s Agriculture and Agribusiness Institute, in a news release. “The ultimate goal of this research is to provide processors with cost-effective wastewater management strategies while protecting groundwater and the environment.” The Michigan Meat Association (MMA) estimates the initial cost to satisfy the new state wastewater discharge requirements at some $840,000." Link to article: https://lnkd.in/gPRyAZHC

I keep reposting this Award opportunity because I know there are so many worthy agriculture and food businesses that deserve to be recognized! There are 12 award categories: Youth Excellence Food Processing Excellence Research and Innovation Excellence Northern Business Excellence Workforce Excellence Women’s Excellence Education Excellence Supply Chain Excellence Indigenous, Métis or Inuit-Owned Business or Community Excellence Promotional Excellence Farm Family Excellence Urban Agriculture Excellence

The recommendations and the report on the future of EU Agriculture was just published. I strongly recommend to read it as it provides with interesting insights that could also serve other regions. https://lnkd.in/eUVYuJnn

?? Click here for more information and to register: https://bit.ly/3YxEjwf The agriculture community has launched a proactive, responsible commitment to long-term improvement of New York's soil and water quality. The 4R Nutrient Stewardship Certification Program encourages agricultural retailers, service providers and other certified professionals to adopt proven best practices through the 4Rs, which refers to using the Right Source of Nutrients at the Right Rate and Right Time in the Right Place. This approach provides a science-based framework for plant nutrition management and sustained crop production while considering specific individual farms’ needs. Cornell Cooperative Extension

???? The consultation for the Value Change Initiative Food and Ag Output is live!! We invite all stakeholders interested in the decarbonization Food and Agriculture sector to provide feedback on this piece. What will you find? (1) Some elements to operationalize the upcoming Land Sector Removals Guidance like the supply shed definition, emission factors, etc. (2) Approaches on how to report impact from Scope interventions, compliant with current guidance and other pathways that built upon the Market-Based Instruments (3) Further elements to enable co-claiming in Value Chain interventions We are eager to hear from you! #netzero #decarbonization #netzerovaluechains #supplyshed #LSRG #ghg

Europatat’s Role in Advancing Climate-Resilient Potato Varieties: Key Findings from the Horizon 2020 ADAPT Project This article outlines Europatat's role in the ADAPT project under Horizon 2020, detailing key research findings on potato resilience to abiotic stress and the potential impact on sustainable agriculture. https://lnkd.in/eAFg8ggs