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Why are food prices rising? Here are 4 key insights

IMF experts explore the implications of rising food prices and the causes behind it, which could impact emerging markets and developing economies the most.

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TOPIC(S): Lamb/Sheep, Economics, Beef Cattle, Consumer/Retail,

06/29/2021 SOURCE: www.farmweekly.com.au

Chicken giving lamb and beef a run for their money

Domestic chicken consumption continues to grow while red meat continues to decline.

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TOPIC(S): Agriculture US, Conservation/Tillage, Sustainability,

06/29/2021 SOURCE: msutoday.msu.edu

Ask the Expert: How to make agriculture more sustainable

MSU’s Bruno Basso outlines key steps the grain industry can take — with public support — to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by more than 70% over the next decade

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Topics: Soil Health, Agriculture Global, Equine/Horse, Economics, Fermentation/Vineyard/Wine, Grapes, Ag Europe,

Draught wines: French vineyards rediscover the power of horses

Working horses not only outperform tractors on tricky terrain but provide a natural way to improve health of soil and crops

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TOPIC(S): Markets/Pricing, Economics, Pork/Swine/Pig/Hog, Ag Asia / Pacific,

06/29/2021 SOURCE: www.farmweekly.com.au

Mystery surrounds Chinese pig numbers

China has said its sow herd is virtually back to pre African Swine Fever numbers, yet pork imports continue to be well above average.

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TOPIC(S): Corn/Maize, Commodities, Agriculture US, Weather,

06/29/2021 SOURCE: brownfieldagnews.com

Midwest farmers assessing benefits and burdens of weekend storms

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TOPIC(S): Beef Cattle, Ranching, Consumer/Retail,

06/29/2021 SOURCE: www.dtnpf.com

Consumers Still Want Beef Direct From the Farm

Cattle producers can maximize per-pound sales prices with niche markets, but with that opportunity, there are challenges.

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Topics: Precision AG , Crop Consultant, Agriculture Global, Economics, Sustainability, Ag Europe, Renewable Energy (Solar/Wind),

Farmers swap crops for energy as east of England solar farm proposals double

Applications on sites in Herts, Cambridgeshire and Essex climb to 840 megawatts in last five months

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John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Soil Health, Soybeans, Precision AG , Agriculture US, Cover Crops, Crop Consultant, Agriculture Global, Ag Podcast US, Water, Economics, Sustainability, Crop Diseases, Weather,

Blowing it? Consultant urges winter rye cover crops as a moisture and weed management tool | The Mitchell Republic

Farmers in the southern Red River Valley who experienced drought conditions a month ago, along with 50 mph winds, now have gotten a shot of rain. Soils that moved also moved weed seed, which can contaminate neighboring fields with tough-to-control waterhemp. A return to hot, dry conditions makes those weeds even harder to control.

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Topics: Precision AG , Agriculture Global, Economics, World Population, Coronavirus/COVID, Ag North America,

Agri-tourism operators look to make hay when Alberta COVID restrictions lift | CBC News

With Alberta COVID-19 restrictions lifting on July 1, agri-tourism sites like The Old Red ...

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Matt Brechwald is the world's most prolific agricultural podcaster. Consistently podcasting since 2014 Matt has hosted well over 1,000 podcasts about agriculture and conducted hundreds of radio interviews as well. From his farm in Kuna, Idaho, Matt has developed the term "Off-Farm Income" into a multi-national brand.

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