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College Curriculum Hinders Job Placement at NRCS
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The Natural Resources Conservation Service is struggling to fill jobs across Rural America. NRCS Chief Terry Cosby cites the college curriculum as a problem. "Most college campuses have dropped classes out of their curriculum that are important to us, mainly soils…A Setback for Lab-Grown Meat
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed legislation banning lab-grown meat in the state. In a statement, DeSantis said his administration will continue to support local farmers and ranchers.Rail Strike Possible North of the Border
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Canadian rail workers have voted overwhelmingly to strike. This would impact the Canadian Pacific Kansas City and Canadian National rail companies in Canada. The labor unions in the United States work under a different agreement. The strike could happen as…Ground Beef Termed Safe From Avian Influenza
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USDA tested ground beef for the H5N1 virus and all samples were negative. The samples came from supermarkets in states with dairy cattle that tested positive for avian influenza. USDA will conduct additional tests.Veg or Grain?
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Potatoes will remain classified as a vegetable, not a grain. A change was under consideration as an amendment to the USDA's dietary guidelines. Maine Senator Susan Collins received a call from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack with the news. Collins was…SAF Tax Credits, Pipeline Influence Outlook for Gevo
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Gevo ended the first quarter with sales of $3.9 million. That compares to $4.06 million one year ago. The Colorado-based company plans to tap into the sustainable aviation fuel market with a Lake Preston, South Dakota plant. The fate of…Corn Refiners Seek Broader Options For Sustainable Production Credits
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Sustainability and carbon emission reduction remain areas of heavy focus in the Ag industry. Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode says that these topics deserve more opt in options for farmers and also more recognition of achievement. "We…Much Needed Rains Delay Planting For South Dakota Farmers
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Dairyland Seed District Sales Manager Keith Rekow says many farmers in parts of eastern South Dakota were able to get some planting in before rains hit this week. But Rekow says those rains have ultimately halted planting for much of…Smoother Calving For Ranchers
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For Binford, North Dakota rancher Megan Overby calving season is in full swing with progress at close to 80%. Overby reports that his year’s calving is going much smoother than last year. "Definitely nothing like last year, as far as…