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FERTILIZER MADE FROM URINE COULD ENABLE SPACE AGRICULTURE –

Humans inhabiting Mars might still be quite a distant reality, but this study seems to suggest that we could be on a path to ensuring sustainability—in space—even before we actually … Read More

FRESH FOOD INITIATIVES FEED, TEACH COMMUNITIES OF COLOR

The Spaces of Opportunity neighborhood food system is among several initiatives launched in Phoenix in recent years, following other U.S. communities like Oakland, California; Detroit and Chicago where urban gardens … Read More

FARM BUREAU: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS WHEN CONSIDERING A WIND OR SOLAR FARM AGREEMENT

Despite having hardships, the trade relationship between the United States and China is indispensable, and one of the most influential on the global stage. (The Pig Site)  

U.S. FINDS FIRST CASE OF CORONAVIRUS IN WILD ANIMAL, A UTAH MINK

The U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Monday that it confirmed the first known case of the coronavirus in a wild animal, a mink. (Reuters)  

FOR FARMERS AND RANCHERS, CORONAVIRUS MADE AN ALREADY COMPLICATED MENTAL HEALTH PICTURE EVEN HARDER

Since COVID-19 hit Colorado, the State’s farmers have navigated multiple stressors that are affecting their mental health. (CPR)

BIDEN COMPROMISES AT USDA WITH VILSACK, PLEASING FEW IN THE MIDWEST

While president-elect Joe Biden has been under pressure to choose a very diverse and forward-thinking cabinet, he’s gone back in time for his nomination to be Secretary of Agriculture. (KCUR)

OCEAN SPRAY LAUNCHES CRANBERRY SEEDS

Cranberry seeds are part of Ocean Spray’s commitment to food innovation and health and wellness, and can help support heart, digestive, immune, and cognitive function as part of a healthy … Read More

INFLATION STILL A NO-SHOW, US WHOLESALE PRICES UP JUST 0.1% –

U.S. wholesale prices edged up just 0.1% in November with the economic disruption from the pandemic continuing to suppress demand and keeping inflation at extremely low levels. (Associated Press)

LOW COMMODITY PRICES CONTINUE TO HAUNT AG

No one has been immune from the struggles the pandemic has wrought on the nation’s health or the economy, including farmers and their community banking partners. Ag banking experts from … Read More

WHOSE WORKERS ARE MOST ESSENTIAL? MEATPACKERS, AIRLINES LOBBY FOR COVID-19 VACCINE PRIORITY

With states largely determining how to allocate doses after front-line health workers, employers and trade groups contend for access to initial supplies. (Wall Street Journal

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