This Week in Agribusiness, May 16, 2026
Low-carbon fuel standards boost biodiesel demand, volatile markets, rural recession, and farmer mental health resources.
Sat, 16 May 2026 12:00:00 GMTCached agriculture news from 50 trusted sources worldwide
Low-carbon fuel standards boost biodiesel demand, volatile markets, rural recession, and farmer mental health resources.
Sat, 16 May 2026 12:00:00 GMTFFA president finds chapters thriving during nationwide tour of local groups.
Sat, 16 May 2026 11:50:00 GMTBull beef systems are generally specialist operations and farmers are usually advised to liaise with their processing outlet before embarking on a bull beef finishing system. At a recent farm walk in Co. Laois, Teagasc’s David Argue highlighted the guideline performance targets for a 20-month suckler bull beef system to ensure the animal meets the […] The post Target weights for suckler bull beef systems appeared first on Agriland.ie.
Sun, 17 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000Despite mandatory gender pay gap reporting, Ireland’s biggest dairy cooperatives remain male-dominated at board level. With this year being the ‘International Year of the Woman Farmer’, the co-ops’ 2025 gender pay gap reports add new layers to the discussion. Ireland’s major dairy co-ops processed over 8.7 billion litres of milk last year, while according to […] The post Only 5 out of 84 board members of major Irish dairy co-ops are women appeared first on Agriland.ie.
Sun, 17 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000AI-generated image Corn flake-style feed boosts dairy yields and efficiency Steam-processed flaked
Sun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000ADM has been nominated for the Sustainability Impact Award with their regenerative agriculture initiative, which supports farmers across Europe with education, incentives and innovative technologies to improve soil health, reduce emissions and strengthen biodiversity. The 2026 Sustainability Impact Award, an initiative of Misset International, recognises and promotes innovative, sustainable solutions within the animal feed sector. […]
Fri, 15 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000IAFN Side event Insights from COP30 Brazil At COP30 Brazil, the International Agri-Food Network (IAFN) co-hosted a dynamic session with J-PAL North America, bringing together voices from across the global […] The post IAFN Side event insights from COP30 Brazil appeared first on International Agri-Food Network (IAFN).
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 02:36:26 +0000The new report highlights the active participation of the Private Sector Mechanism (PSM) during CFS53 in Rome The 53rd Session of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS 53), held […] The post CFS53 Report, Rome 2025 appeared first on International Agri-Food Network (IAFN).
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:37:05 +0000Global supply chains are struggling to implement higher farm animal welfare standards, according to a new study. While there are strong levels of commitment to meet the higher standards, there is an ambition-action gap, the latest Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare (BBFAW) report reveals. According to the BBFAW report, for example, 96 companies have […]
Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000Salmonella is one of the most important bacterial pathogens affecting the poultry industry worldwide. Poultry, especially chickens, are a major reservoir of this bacterium and can carry it without showing clinical signs. In Europe, Regulation (EU) No 2160/2003 stipulates that for breeders, the 5 most common serovars (S. Enteritidis, S. Infantis, S. Hadar, S. Virchow […]
Fri, 15 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000One of the most highly regarded flocks within the Dutch Spotted breed is hosting it's very first timed online sale this weekend, and is one not to miss! (May 15-17th)
Fri, 15 May 2026 13:35:34 GMTM&S has recognised seven exceptional farmers across the island at this year’s M&S Select Farm Awards, held during the Balmoral Show on Wednesday, 13th May.
Fri, 15 May 2026 13:27:50 GMTCalves enter the world immunologically naïve. Because the bovine placenta does not allow antibody transfer before birth, newborn calves depend entirely on colostrum received in the first hours of life for passive immunity. This nutrient‑dense “first milk” contains high concentrations of immunoglobulins and a wide array of bioactive components essential for survival. When passive immunity […]
Thu, 14 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000Following the drought, Australian dairy farmers are now grappling with sharply rising costs for diesel, fertiliser and water, with milk supply expected to decline further. Dairy farmers in Australia are facing a tough time. Large parts of the country have been grappling with drought for years. And just when some recovery was on the horizon […]
Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000BK JHA Maize continues to be the fastest growing cereal in India in terms of area, production and productivity. Over the last decade, maize production has nearly doubled from 22.57 … The post Domestic Demand of Maize to Reach 72 million MT by FY 2030–31: FICCI-YES Bank Report appeared first on Agriculture Post.
Sat, 16 May 2026 10:56:13 +0000Nairobi, Kenya: The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) and CIMMYT, with funding support from the Novo Nordisk Foundation, have launched a landmark research initiative to dramatically … The post ICRISAT, CIMMYT Launch New Initiative to Fast-Track Climate-Resilient Crops in Africa and India appeared first on Agriculture Post.
Thu, 14 May 2026 12:12:33 +0000Rapid Worber: Neues Einachser-Gerät lockert Heu im Steilhang und spart Handarbeit bei der Futterernte.
2026-05-17T05:06:04+0200Harter Tonboden machte Landwirtschaft unrentabel. Heute verdient ein Landwirt mit Naturschutz, Tourismus und Fleischvermarktung.
2026-05-17T05:01:02+0200We’ve also seen a shift in the type of applicants we attract. Candidates who are passionate about specific areas; whether they are rehabilitation, acupuncture, or advanced anesthesia, are drawn to practices where they can explore those interests. They seek out our hospital directly from school or after working in other clinics and feeling that day-to-day grind burnout.
Thu, 14 May 2026 19:08:40 +0000Humans have June holidays with graduations and Father's Day, but there are plenty of pet days to celebrate, too! Doing double duty for staff members and pets are Cancer Survivors Day and Best Friends Day. Show your team the practice is a welcome and safe space all year-round with June’s PTSD Awareness Month and Pride Month. Sample media post templates and emails are below for your convenience. Use this calendar to schedule events or just display it in your waiting room for clients to learn something fun.
Wed, 13 May 2026 19:55:43 +0000Written by: Jagdish ReddyCross Reference Sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map & Cooperative Extension Gardening ResourcesLast Updated: May 2026 Your first and last frost dates by ZIP code are the two most useful numbers in vegetable gardening. They tell you when your growing season starts, when it ends, […] This information How to Find Your First and Last Frost Dates by ZIP Code appeared first on AgriFarming
Sun, 17 May 2026 14:10:27 +0000Written by: Jagdish ReddyCross Reference Sources: Missouri Botanical Garden, HGIC guide on houseplants & USDA Plants DatabaseLast Updated: May 2026 Quick Answer: To make leggy pothos full again, loop the long vines back into the same pot, pin the nodes against an evenly damp mix, place the plant near filtered sunlight, and keep the surface […] This information The Fastest Way to Fix a Leggy Pothos: Vine Loop Trick (Step-by-Step) appeared first on AgriFarming
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