Animal Agriculture Terminology 101: Words & their meanings
WEBOct 6, 2020 · Are you somewhat new to agriculture or just want to learn more about ag terminology? Below is a little bit of an “Ag 101” lesson in basic farm animal terms that you would hear when talking with any farmer or rancher!
The decades-long history of FFA Official Dress | AGDAILY
WEBJun 21, 2021 · In honor of its role in FFA history, Fredericktown, Ohio, was selected by the Ohio Historical Society to receive an Ohio Historical Marker for being home of the FFA jacket.
Top 7 U.S. dairy cattle breeds - AGDAILY
WEBJan 4, 2022 · Jersey. The Jersey is the smallest major dairy cattle breed, weighing in at between 800 to 1,200 pounds when mature. Jersey cows range in color from dark to light fawn, with or without white marks. They are known for their friendly personality, heat tolerance, feed efficiency, and producing rich milk, high in butterfat, which is great for making cheese and ice cream (yum!).
What are the five symbols of the FFA emblem? - AGDAILY
WEBJun 19, 2018 · When you look down at that iconic FFA Emblem on your blue corduroy jacket, there’s a lot to take in. But do you know what it all means? The National FFA Emblem dates back to 1926 when Henry Groseclose was working on developing the Future Farmers of Virginia constitution and bylaws. Digging through some ag materials from Denmark, Groseclose stumbled upon an image of an owl perched on top of a ...
7 common uses for agricultural byproducts - AGDAILY
WEBSep 12, 2023 · Image by Suzanne Downing Fertilizer. One always available byproduct of livestock production is manure. Waste from dairy and beef cattle, swine, sheep, goats, horses, poultry and even fish can be used to fertilize fields used to grow crops.
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WEBDeclining income expectations helped to push farmer sentiment down again in September as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index fell 12 points to 88.Both of the barometer’s sub-indices, the Index of Current Conditions and the Index of Future Expectations, declined as well.The Current Conditions Index fell 7 points to 76, and the Future Expectations Index dropped 14 points ...
5 YouTube channels perfect for farmers - AGDAILY
WEBSep 26, 2016 · AGPHD. Brothers Brian and Darren Hefty are on a mission to help farmers be better stewards of their land, and their YouTube channel, with literally hundreds of videos giving you a poignant and in-depth look at growing strategies and technologies is a must-watch for any farmer looking to improve.
10 farming and ranching YouTubers to subscribe to now
WEBJan 16, 2024 · 1. Millennial Farmer. The Millennial Farmer is otherwise known as Zach Johnson, a fifth-generation farmer from west central Minnesota. Zach makes videos about daily life on his family farm. With over 1 million subscribers, Zach’s content serves as a great resource to other farmers and starts a conversation about farming with the public.
11 of the best agriculture trade shows in the U.S. - AGDAILY
WEBFeb 1, 2023 · Image courtesy of NCGA Commodity Classic. Orlando, Florida When: March Cost: Varies into the hundreds Average Attendance: 7,500. A combination of inspiring speakers, an impressive trade show, top-notch entertainment, nationally recognized agricultural thought leaders, and educational sessions — Commodity Classic is America’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused educational and agricultural ...
2022 list of top 50 agtech and foodtech companies is released
WEBFeb 25, 2022 · New this year is a focus on sustainability. With agriculture playing a pivotal role in progressing global sustainability through innovation, the report highlights 10 sustainable companies based on their environmental impact and effort to form a more sustainable future.