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App State startup aims to reduce crop waste with sweet potato milk products
1+ hour, 11+ min ago (138+ words) A startup at Appalachian State University has received a major grant to advance the development of a new plant-based milk product made from sweet potatoes. Professor Brent Taubman and his research team launched Rootsii to develop new uses for surplus…...
Cercospora leafspot control discussion
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (201+ words) David Wishowski, Michigan State University Extension - May 29, 2026 The 2026 MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues on June 4 with a discussion on Cercospora leaf spot control with MSU Associate Professor and Extension Specialist Jaime Willbur. Following Wilbur's presentation, MSU agricultural…...
Suffolk Show steward of 50 years recalls Diana visit - AOL
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (340+ words) A farmer, who has been a steward at the Suffolk Show for 50 years, said a highlight had been a visit from Diana, Princess of Wales. John Wall, from Easton, said the show, which is being held at Trinity Park in…...
Farmers face choice: Plant again or take prevented planting? -
4+ hour, 9+ min ago (766+ words) Rice growing in dry ground. | UADA image courtesy Jarrod Hardke By MARY HIGHTOWER | University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Rice growers unable to finish their initial planting are weighing whether to try again, plant soybeans, or take a prevented planting…...
KNCCI, Kenya China Chamber of Commerce Hosts the China'Changsha Kenya Economic and Trade Cooperation Matchmaking Conference
11+ hour, 37+ min ago (413+ words) KNCCI was proud to participate as a key partner in the China (Changsha)Kenya Economic and Trade Cooperation Matchmaking Conference, held today in Nairobi. The event brought together senior government officials, business leaders, and industry representatives from both Kenya and…...
Why the Farm Bill Matters: An ELCA Advocacy Update " Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
2+ hour, 8+ min ago (137+ words) Congress is debating the 2026 Farm Bill, legislation that shapes food assistance, agriculture, conservation, and rural life. ELCA Advocacy is urging lawmakers to support policies that care for hungry neighbors, strengthen rural communities, and protect creation for future generations. With Senate…...
Barnstable Water Resources Says Drought Status Has Improved
6+ hour, 9+ min ago (112+ words) Barnstable Water Resources says Cape Cod's drought status has improved and non-essential outdoor water restrictions have been eased for Hyannis Water System customers. Conservation measures remain in place, but the updated restrictions are less stringent than those under the previous…...
Price of tomatoes rises 40% over the past year: "The math is getting harder to ignore
2+ hour, 44+ min ago (606+ words) Prices for those red orbs have soared more than any other food product over the past year to cement a spot as one of the consumer headaches du jour. "The tomato has become a symbol of something much deeper," says…...
Crews working to bring back water access to Illinois counties
1+ hour, 56+ min ago (64+ words) KSDK Crews working to bring back water access to Illinois counties To stream 5 On Your Side on your phone, you need the 5 On Your Side app. Download the 5 On Your Side app Next up in 5 Example video title will go…...
Jeremy Clarkson's choir has HUGE career goal if they win Britain's Got Talent
1+ hour, 30+ min ago (802+ words) JEREMY Clarkson's Hawkstone Farmers' Choir have set their sights on Britain's Got Talent glory " and then they want to perform at Glastonbury. The group have issued a rallying cry to the Eavis family to get them on the bill at…...