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Kim Bremmer
shared this 2 article 5 years ago
Topics: Hemp, Sustainability, Climate Change,

This is amazing! More research is coming, but it's fascinating to think about the future use of 3-D printed "hempcrete" to be used instead of concrete. The authors estimate it could reduce carbon emissions worldwide by 7-8%. Stay tuned!

3D printed hempcrete could revolutionize construction industry - EDI Weekly: Engineered Design Insider

A building material dubbed hempcrete is being called an ideal solution for environmentally...

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John LaRose Jr.
shared this 2 article 5 years ago
Topics: Agriculture Global, Sustainability,

2020 Sustainable Agriculture Standard | Rainforest Alliance for Business

The 2020 Sustainable Agriculture Standard will maximize positive social, environmental, an...

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TOPIC(S): Agriculture US,

03/02/2020 SOURCE: globegazette.com

Guebert: Bad days continue for ad industry

After the White House announced its twin trade triumphs, passage of NAFTA 2.0 and phase on...

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TOPIC(S): Beef Cattle, Ranching,

03/02/2020 SOURCE: www.wltribune.com

RANCH MUSINGS: If there is one book about beef cattle, this is it - Williams Lake Tribune

Written by Heather Smith Thomas, in its third edition, titled Storey’s Guide to Raising ...

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TOPIC(S): Livestock/Meat, Lamb/Sheep,

03/02/2020 SOURCE: www.farmanddairy.com

"In the 1940s, the United States was the world’s fifth largest wool producer. Wool was the primary product. Meat was second. Wartime propaganda touted the strength of U.S. influence, quantified by the valuation of wool."

The annual ritual of sheep shearing - Farm and Dairy

Sheep shearing is an annual rite of passage for Rebecca Miller. Despite the challenges, th...

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TOPIC(S): Hemp,

03/02/2020 SOURCE: www.farmanddairy.com

Ohio to open hemp applications March 3 - Farm and Dairy

The Ohio Department of Agriculture will open applications for hemp licenses March 3....

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Randy Krotz
shared this 2 article 5 years ago
Topics: Corn/Maize, Soybeans, Commodities, Agriculture US, Trade (Commodities),

Two Farmers Voice Optimism, Pessimism on China, Trade Disputes

Farmers discussed their views of the U.S.-China trade agreement during a House hearing on ...

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Nancy Kavazanjian
shared this 2 article 5 years ago
Topics: Dairy, Water,

Wisconsin groups on both sides disapproved of the proposed farm siting bill, so back to the drawing board it goes

Factory Farm Bill Dropped for Not Deregulating Factory Farms Enough

Last minute pull due to language technicality, not environmental concern...

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Nancy Kavazanjian
shared this 2 article 5 years ago
Topics: Soil Health, Herbicides, Cover Crops,

Diversity is important for cover crops too.

Illinois study shows universally positive effect of cover crops on soil microbiome

Only a fraction of conventional row crop farmers grow cover crops after harvest, but a new...

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Curt Livesay
shared this 2 article 5 years ago

There are some University extension types that have, for whatever the reason, have decided to frequently question, if not outright attempt to discredit, the profitability of regenerative agricultural practices. This article serves as a great response:

Regenerative agriculture: merging farming and natural resource conservation profitably

Most cropland in the United States is characterized by large monocultures, whose productiv...

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3D printed hempcrete could revolutionize construction industry - EDI Weekly: Engineered Design Insider

2020 Sustainable Agriculture Standard | Rainforest Alliance for Business

Guebert: Bad days continue for ad industry

RANCH MUSINGS: If there is one book about beef cattle, this is it - Williams Lake Tribune

The annual ritual of sheep shearing - Farm and Dairy

Ohio to open hemp applications March 3 - Farm and Dairy

Two Farmers Voice Optimism, Pessimism on China, Trade Disputes

Factory Farm Bill Dropped for Not Deregulating Factory Farms Enough

Illinois study shows universally positive effect of cover crops on soil microbiome

Regenerative agriculture: merging farming and natural resource conservation profitably

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