This Week in Agribusiness, Oct. 17, 2026

ARC/PLC payments, fall herbicide applications, soybean performance, World Dairy Expo, and strip-till are featured.

Farming’s ‘Wild West’ requires early tech adoption over hesitation

Farmer Iron: Steve Pittstick has spent 52 years adapting to new farm technology — and believes artificial intelligence will separate successful farmers from those left behind.

Dairy Focus: From 80 to 250 cows in Co. Cork

John Dunne is milking 250 cows in partnership with wife Noreen and their son Billy alongside the Atlantic coast in Ladysbridge, Co. Cork. But just over a decade ago, John and Noreen were milking 75 cows through a 12-unit parlour. When a block of tillage land came up for lease bounding the Dunnes’ farm, John […] The post Dairy Focus: From 80 to 250 cows in Co. Cork appeared first on Agriland.ie.

Urgent action needed for growing road safety risk posed by deer

A coordinated national response is needed to deal with the growing road safety risks posed by deer on Irish roads. This was the call from independent Kerry TD, Michael Healy-Rae, after tabling a question to the Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien in Dáil Éireann, to establish what was being done to address “the serious road […] The post Urgent action needed for growing road safety risk posed by deer appeared first on Agriland.ie.

Mild finish lifts WA forecast to 23.93Mt despite canola cut: GIWA

Mild temperatures have boosted yield potential for WA's crop now being harvested and forecast by the GIWA in its crop report out today to yield a total of 23.93Mt.

AGT releases first chickpea variety as breeding hub shuffles north

AGT has released Australia's first imi-tolerant desi chickpea variety which signals its lead in the pulse’s national breeding program, now centred in Narrabri.

World Food Forum 2026 | FAO HQ | IAFN Side Event

On Friday, 16 October 2026, IAFN will host the side event “Scaling Agri-food Innovation and Private Sector Engagement” at FAO Headquarters during the World Food Forum. This open hybrid session […] The post World Food Forum 2026 | FAO HQ | IAFN Side Event appeared first on International Agri-Food Network (IAFN).

New York Climate Week Side event “Translating Climate Ambition into Action Across Agri-food Value Chains”

NYC Climate Week During Climate Week NYC, the International Agri‑Food Network (IAFN) co‑organized a high‑level roundtable hosted by USCIB, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders from across agrifood systems, […] The post New York Climate Week Side event “Translating Climate Ambition into Action Across Agri-food Value Chains” appeared first on International Agri-Food Network (IAFN).

Workman Farms showcases efficient dairy production and high welfare standards at Ulster Grassland Society visit

Over 100 farmers and industry representatives attended the Ulster Grassland Society’s Autumn Meeting at Workman Farms, Aghadowey on Tuesday 13 October, gaining an insight into this progressive family dairy enterprise where efficient production, animal welfare and work-life balance are central to the business.

CAFRE celebrates International Day of Rural Women

On 15 October, the United Nations International Day of Rural Women marks a key milestone in the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026.

MSP Push Signals a Shift Towards Pulses and Oilseeds, but Procurement Holds the Key

BK JHA The Centre’s decision to raise the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) of all six mandated Rabi crops for the 2027-28 marketing season sends a clear signal on the direction … The post MSP Push Signals a Shift Towards Pulses and Oilseeds, but Procurement Holds the Key appeared first on Agriculture Post.

Union Agriculture Minister Suspends Two Marketing Officers Over Bribery Complaints

Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has taken serious note of complaints of bribery in the Agriculture Department. Acting on complaints that bribes were sought from warehouse … The post Union Agriculture Minister Suspends Two Marketing Officers Over Bribery Complaints appeared first on Agriculture Post.

Schäffer hebt nun höher: Neuer elektrischer Hoflader 16e mit Teleskoparm #schäffer #teleskoplader

Auf der EuroTier stellt Schäffer mit dem 16 e T einen elektrischen Teleradlader vor. Der Hersteller erweitert damit sein Angebot

Auf Grünland wachsen Bäume: Behörde widmet Fläche um, Grundstücksbesitzer wehrt sich #waldbau #obstbau

Ein Österreicher ist plötzlich Waldbesitzer wider Willen. Er darf auf seinem Grundstück keine Landwirtschaft mehr betreiben.

Easy as One, Two, Pee: Solving Feline Housesoiling

November pet- and vet-related Holidays

Why Multi-Generation Farms Have the Best Workshops

Behind resilient agricultural operations is a well-equipped, thoughtfully designed farm workshop, which is why multi-generation farms have the best workshops. When equipment breaks during a narrow harvesting window, success often relies on whether a crew can make a weld or swap a part on-site. Otherwise, production must wait days for an outside technician. The Rising […] This information Why Multi-Generation Farms Have the Best Workshops appeared first on AgriFarming

From Farm to Carton: How Transparency Standards Became the New Competitive Edge for Organic Egg Brands

The organic egg aisle presents a crowded landscape of labels and certifications. For years, seeing the organic seal has been enough to confirm trust in a purchase. However, today’s shoppers want to know the full story behind each carton. They seek details about outdoor access, feed sourcing and farm-level practices that go beyond the baseline. […] This information From Farm to Carton: How Transparency Standards Became the New Competitive Edge for Organic Egg Brands appeared first on AgriFarming