A drastic drop in Russian grain production has spurred a leap in grain shipments through the St. Lawrence Seaway. August's 830,000 tonnes of grain shipments are 51% higher than August 2009.[...]

Bearish Bets on Agriculture Stocks Surge Before USDA Crop Report Tomorrow

Trading of bearish options on agricultural stocks jumped for a second day, reaching a four- month high, before the U.S. Department of Agriculture releases its monthly global supply and demand estimates tomorrow.

Mad cow disease causes cattle eyes to glow

Cattle infected with mad cow disease give off a tell-tale glow in their eyes, according to new research published in the journal Analytical Chemistry. Cattle - Bovine spongiform encephalopathy - Technology - Food Science - Consumer Concerns

Fenced-In Kill Isn't Hunting — It's Murder

Should the United States allow the killing of animals to sate human blood lust? That question occupied my mind last week as I drove across Michigan's Upper Peninsula during my annual midsummer family trek to northern Minnesota.

Grain store closing due to owner’s illness

HOLLIS – For 27 years, Brian Spence’s customers at the Hollis Grain Store gladly shelled out an extra dime or dollar to support the local business.

Women managing cattle course set for Red Oak

Iowa State University Extension is offering Women Managing Cattle in Red Oak. The course will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Sept. 13, 20 and 27 at the Southwestern Community College at 2300 N. Fourth St.

What Lies Beneath

Studies link deforestation to geology and agricultural demand.

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Repowering Assistance Support to Reduce Biorefinery Fossil Fuel Use

WASHINGTON, Sept., 9, 2010 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the selection of a biorefinery producer to receive payments under a program to encourage the use of renewable biomass as a replacement for fossil fuels that provide process heat or power for biorefineries.

Russia's grain stocks less than reported -trade

Cattle rustlers nabbed in Comanche County

Cattle rustling in the Lone Star State is a serious offense. Two DeLeon area residents learned that lesson the hard way when they were arrested by a special ranger and charged with theft of livestock Saturday.

Alleged cattle rustler jailed

An ongoing investigation involving cattle rustling in several counties, including McClain County, came to a halt last week when the lone suspect was arrested.

Russia Lowers Grain Forecast Again, May Sell From Reserves After Drought

Russia cut again its grain-harvest forecast for this year and plans to sell from stockpiles if domestic prices rise in 2011.

What's the value of agritourism?

The North Platte Telegraph It's an increasing problem. Fewer young people are returning home to take over family farms and ranches, and those who do are finding it difficult to make a profit.

Accused cattle thief arrested in Falls County

A McLennan County man was arrested Thursday for allegedly stealing four head of cattle in Falls County.

Award-winning activist and speaker Will Allen is addressing the urban farming revolution

Urban farming advocate Will Allen of Milwaukee is addressing “Growing Power and the Urban Farming Revolution” in a presentation at Xavier on Sunday, Sept. 26. The lecture, which is free and open to the public, takes place at 7:00 p.m. at the Schiff Conference Center in Xavier’s Cintas Center.

Cattle producers growing anxious

As each day goes by, the future of Manitoba's cattle industry is growing increasingly dim, Manitoba Cattle Producers Association general manager Sheila Mowat says.

English Farming & Food Partnerships to restructure

English Farming & Food Partnerships, the organisation formed in 2003 to promote co-operation and collaboration between farmers and the food chain, is to significantly restructure.

High Hopes For Russia's Grain

Russian grain production for the year is expected to be comparable to 2009 despite a widespread drought, a government official said. The lack of rain over much of Russia contributed in part to a Kremlin decision to halt grain exports for the year.

Why Australian agriculture needs its own River Cottage

Australian agriculture needs its very own celebrity chef to help change its image problem. It may sound a stupid idea, but in fact I’ve been toying with it for a few years ever since watching Rick Stein in his Food Heroes series describing to his followers his passion for the rural communities, the incredible food they produce and their role in managing the English landscape.

Oklahoma Agriculture

The state Department of Agriculture reported the following closing prices Wednesday:

Saturday cattle auction is first of kind

BAY MINETTE, Ala. – Cattle farmers from across the country will descend upon Bay Minette this weekend in what is being called the “first multi-breed grass fed cattle auction.”

Grain truck crashes into State Bank of Niantic on U.S. 36

DECATUR - A truck driver was driving a fully loaded grain truck,weighing about 80,000 pounds, when he saw a car dart in front ofhim, carrying a woman and a child.

Arizona Farming & Ranching Hall of Fame seeks for 2011 nominations

The deadline for nominations for the Arizona Farming & Ranching Hall of Fame is quickly approaching. Form must be received no later than October 1, 2010.

Life isn't Paradise in town affected by drug trade: Part 2 of a series

Border problems involving illegal immigrants stratches far beyond Douglas and the surrounding communities and ranches.

Farming and tourism buffer county

Much of Lincolnshire should be able to ride out any tough times in the future, according to a new study.

Agriculture group offers contests for teachers, students

The Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom is offering opportunities for teachers and students.

Farming accident kills man in Monroe County

TOWN OF TOMAH - A 45-year-old man was killed Wednesday afternoonin a farming accident near Tomah in Monroe County.

Bull Valley farm invites visitors to meet alpacas

BULL VALLEY – Alpaca breeders from across the United States and Canada will invite the public to visit their farms or ranches Sept. 25-26 to meet their alpacas and learn more about these unique animals.

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Recognizes Work of USDA Experts Who Served in Afghanistan and Iraq

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2010—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today recognized the efforts of more than 20 USDA employees who served as civilian agricultural experts in Afghanistan and Iraq. The agricultural experts were part of the Obama Administration's commitment to provide civilian assistance abroad to help promote long-term economic development.

Heyworth grain elevator explosion under investigation

The grain elevator in Heyworth could be closed for a while following an explosion there Tuesday.

Nominations for Farming & Ranch Hall of Fame due Oct. 1

The deadline for nominations for the Arizona Farming & Ranching Hall of Fame is Oct. 1.

Grain News

Ridgway, CO—The Grain Foods Foundation and the Wheat Foods Council have formed an official partnership, effective September 1, 2010, according to the Boards of both organizations.

Cattle confinement gets second DNR extension

The owner of a Scott County cattle farm seeking to expand itsconfinement operation requested and received a second extension ofits construction permit application.

Agriculture preparing for 18 per cent cut

The Agriculture Committee met to discuss items including the 2010 budget.

Deyu Agriculture to Present at the Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference

Deyu Agriculture Corp. , an emerging, vertically integrated producer, processor, marketer and distributor of organic and other agricultural products made from corn and various grains, today announced that the Company will present at the upcoming Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference .

Organic farming may grow 10-fold in 5 years

Area under organic farming in India is likely to grow over ten-fold in the next five years on increased farmers' interest to ensure sustained yield at lower costs.

Organic farming may grow ten-fold in 5 yrs

Area under organic farming in India is likely to grow over ten-fold to one crore hectres in the next five years on buoyant domestic market and increased farmers' interest to ensure sustained yield at lower costs.

Agriculture's Outlook at a crossroads

ONE thing this week's ABARE Outlook conference in Canberra has revealed is that Australian agriculture is at a productivity and profitability crossroads.

Tax credits foster preservation for ranches

A tour of three ranches in Teller County protected from development emphasized the economic advantages of preserving land.

Southwest Ranches won't take away churches' break on fire fee

Religious leaders balk at giving up 75 percent discount Town leaders on Tuesday backed away from a plan that would have forced churches to pay thousands more in fire fees to help shore up a lean budget year.

Is Organic Farming Good For Wildlife? – It Depends On The Alternative...

Even though organic methods may increase farm biodiversity, a combination of conventional farming and protected areas could sometimes be a better way to maintain food production and protect wildlife.The findings come from a study of butterfly populations in UK landscapes by scientists at the Universities of Leeds and York. They found that organic farms have more butterflies than conventional ...

AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT OFFERS FEDERAL RELIEF FUNDS TO NJ FARMERS

NEW JERSEY -- The state's farmers who had a bad season thanks to mother nature may now get some federal assistance. Tuesday the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture designated six counties as natural disaster areas following high winds, frost, and flooding last May that ruined large quantities of crops.

Grain futures mixed Tuesday in Chicago

CHICAGO, Sept. 7 (UPI) -- Grain futures closed mixed on the Chicago Board of Trade Tuesday as the dollar index surged 1.03 percent. Chicago Board of Trade - Chicago - Business - Investing - Commodities and Futures

LIVESTOCK-Cattle tumble as funds add to beef worries

Ukraine grain delays persist, Russia ban to late 2011

Ranches Find Market Serving Ritual Slaughter Needs

Some Maryland ranches have found a market serving ritual slaughter needs.

Farming still big in Boone

Despite rapid suburban growth in Boone County, farming remains important. Farmers say they want to keep it that way but still have the option to sell their land for other uses.

Lightning strikes home during storm

SOUTHWEST RANCHES, Fla. (WSVN) -- A lightning bolt struck the roof of a South Florida home Monday night. The Goldstein family was enjoying a barbecue on Labor Day, when their house was struck by a bolt of lightning.

Cattle Baron's Shoot Out

As metro Detroit saddles up for the Cattle Baron's Ball in November, the American Cancer Society is launching a new pre-event leading up to the Ball. The Cattle Baron's Shoot Out, presented by PVS Chemicals, will take place on Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, at The Huntsman Hunt Club in Dryden, Mich.

Ranches Academy in top of state list for performance

EAGLE MOUNTAIN -- The Ranches Academy, a small school of 350 students, has one of the highest 2010 Adequate Yearly Progress results for a charter school in Utah.