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ADM accused of misconduct, lack of safety inspections after explosion hurt US worker

By P.J. Huffstutter, Reuters October 17, 2024

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co intentionally failed to test and maintain safety systems on its grain equipment for years, which contributed to an explosion that immolated a U.S. worker and put him in a coma last year, according to a lawsuit filed against the company.

Model year 2025 Jaguar forage harvesters see a number of updates that improve capacity and efficiency.

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Claas updates the Jaguar forage harvester line

New V-Flex knife drum for the 2025 model year improves capacity, efficiency and helps to prevent damage from rocks

By Scott Garvey October 17, 2024

Claas Jaguar forage harvesters have a new V-Flex knife drum for the 2025 model year which improves capacity, efficiency and helps to prevent damage from rocks.

Cows that died after being infected with bird flu await pickup from delayed rendering trucks in Tulare County, California, U.S., October 8, 2024. Crystal Heath/Handout via Reuters THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES

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Cows dead from bird flu rot in California as heat bakes dairy farms

By Leah Douglas, Reuters October 17, 2024

Cows in California are dying at much higher rates from bird flu than in other affected states, industry and veterinary experts said, and some carcasses have been left rotting in the sun as rendering plants struggle to process all the dead animals.

Jeff Schorner poses for a photo next to his business, Al’s Family Farms, which he lost during Hurricane Milton, in Lakewood Park, near Fort Pierce, in St. Lucie County, Florida, U.S., October 11, 2024. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez

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Hurricane Milton caused $1.5-$2.5 billion in losses to Florida agriculture

By Karl Plume, Reuters October 17, 2024

Hurricane Milton caused an estimated $1.5 billion to $2.5 billion (C$2.1 billion to $3.4 billion) in damage to Florida's crops and agricultural infrastructure, according to a preliminary assessment released by the state's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services on Thursday.

A worker packs boxes of processed meat at the Monbeef abattoir in Cooma, Australia October 10, 2024. REUTERS/Tracey Nearmy

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Australia cashes in on beef exports as US cattle herd shrinks

By Peter Hobson, Reuters October 17, 2024

A slump in U.S. beef production has opened the door for Australia to export record amounts of meat, growing its market share in North America and Asia and channelling billions of dollars to cattle processors and farmers.

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Canada’s agricultural policies are falling short of health and sustainability goals

October 17, 2024

Canada's current agricultural policies are not serving the well-being of the public. Canada's agricultural program payments and subsidies are not aligned with the government's dietary guidelines and health goals.

Cereals get harvested near Rathwell, Man.

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What’s driving Manitoba’s growing agricultural exports?

Manitoba exported $9.39 billion worth of agricultural products last year, with faster growth than non-agricultural trade

By Don Norman October 16, 2024

Manitoba exported $9.39 billion worth of agricultural products last year, with faster growth than non-agricultural trade.

Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault (right) with Winnipeg South MP Terry Duguid in Winnipeg on Oct. 16, 2024. Photo: X/Steven Guilbeault.

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New Canada Water Agency to tackle water pollution and protect natural resources

By Miranda Leybourne October 16, 2024

The newly-launched Canada Water Agency will protect the country's water from pollution and damaging effects of industrial and agricultural activities, Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault said today.

A nameplate outside the Canadian Grain Commission building in downtown Winnipeg. (Dave Bedard photo)

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Canadian Grain Commission predicts financial shortfall

By Jeff Melchior October 16, 2024

In a release Oct. 16, the organization said that “Since the Canadian Grain Commission reduced its official inspection and weighing fees in 2021, the organization has inspected and weighed lower-than-expected grain volumes, leading to a gap between revenue and costs.”

A quarantine area sign is attached to a tree at a quarantine zone after an outbreak of Bird flu in Victoria, Australia. Photo: AAP Image/Supplied by Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action via Reuters

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‘Awful reality’: Australian government spends $95 million to fight deadly bird flu

October 16, 2024

The Australian government has committed A$95 million (C$87.2 million) to fight a virulent strain of bird flu wreaking havoc globally. With the arrival of millions of migratory birds this spring, there is an increased risk of a deadly strain arriving in Australia, known as highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1.

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Canadian aquaculture should be classed as agriculture, industry groups say

CBOT Weekly: April supply and demand report a ‘nothing burger’

Canada blocks meats, dairy from Greece over foot-and-mouth disease

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ADM accused of misconduct, lack of safety inspections after explosion hurt US worker

Claas updates the Jaguar forage harvester line

Cows dead from bird flu rot in California as heat bakes dairy farms

Hurricane Milton caused $1.5-$2.5 billion in losses to Florida agriculture

Australia cashes in on beef exports as US cattle herd shrinks

Canada’s agricultural policies are falling short of health and sustainability goals

What’s driving Manitoba’s growing agricultural exports?

New Canada Water Agency to tackle water pollution and protect natural resources

Canadian Grain Commission predicts financial shortfall

‘Awful reality’: Australian government spends $95 million to fight deadly bird flu

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