Category: Agriculture

Vegetable Garden Layout Planner: Design, Spacing a...

Written by: AgriFarming Editorial TeamReviewed by: Horticulture EditorsTopic: Vegetable Garden Layout PlanningLast updated: April ...

15 Companion Planting Rules Every Vegetable Garden...

Written by: Garden Research Team | Reviewed by: Agriculture Editorial BoardTopic: Companion Planting Rules for Vegetable GardensSo...

Beginner Vegetable Garden Planning Guide: How to P...

Reading Time: 8 minutesDifficulty Level: BeginnerBest For: First-season gardeners Written by: Garden Research TeamReviewed by: Agr...

Tracking lameness and body score with AI-powered C...

Lameness detection and body condition scoring have long relied on periodic observation—often catching issues only after they’ve al...

Ontario agronomists warn of rising waterhemp press...

Herbicide-resistant weeds continue to spread across Ontario, but agronomists warn that two species — waterhemp and Palmer amaranth...

Wheat Pete's Word, April 8: Early manure applicati...

It’s a classic early April juggling act—frosty mornings, slow-to-arrive spring warmth, and just enough field opportunity to keep e...

RealAg Radio: Taking action and learning from mist...

Welcome to this mid-week edition of RealAg Radio, with your host Shaun Haney! On today’s show, hear from Lori Nikkel with Second H...

How do you plan to fund your retirement?

I know better than to ask a farmer when they plan to retire. Most will tell you....they don't. But many more do have ideas about t...

Water Requirement for Crops in India – How Much Ir...

Written by: Agricultural Content TeamReviewed by: Irrigation Agronomy Specialist (15+ yrs experience)Topic: Water Requirement for ...

Most Profitable Crops in India Per Acre (Profit Ca...

Reviewed by: AgriFarming Editorial TeamTopic: Most Profitable Crops in India Per AcreExperience: Indian farming practices, and hor...

How Much Pesticide Per Acre? Use This Free Dosage ...

Written by: Crop Protection Research TeamReviewed by: Agri Farming Editorial TeamExperience: Indian agriculture & crop protection ...

RealAg Radio: Carney's to-do list, important on-fa...

Thanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAgriculture brought to you by Corteva Crop Protection! On today’s show, your ...

RealAg Radio: UFA acquires AgraCity, traceability ...

Happy Easter and welcome to this Good Friday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! On today's show, hear from: Tyler...

Frontlines: Escalation in Iran conflict could trig...

Escalating conflict in the Middle East is raising serious concerns about global energy flows, economic stability, and the broader ...

RealAg on the Weekend: Pre-seed decision making, A...

Welcome to this Easter Weekend edition of RealAg on the Weekend with your host Shaun Haney! On today’s show, Haney discusses RealA...

Make the most of managing yield with Syngenta's St...

As spring approaches across much of the Prairies, winter wheat is beginning to green up and reveal its yield potential—but only if...

How to Kill Winter Crops Without Losing Soil Gains

As spring arrives, it’s time to kill cover crop plantings and either incorporate the plant matter into the soil or use it as mulch...

Fertilizer Requirement Per Acre for Major Crops in...

Reviewed by: Agri Farming Editorial TeamTopic: Fertilizer Requirement Per Acre for Major CropsExperience: Indian farming practices...

Plant Population Per Acre for Crops: Spacing Chart...

Written by Agri Farming Editorial TeamReviewed by agriculture experts | Last updated: April 2026 Plant Population Per Acre (Quick ...

Broiler Farming Profit Per Bird in India: Real Cos...

Reviewed by: Agri Farming Editorial TeamTopic: Broiler farming profit per bird calculationContent type: Poultry farming profit gui...

Wheat Pete's Word, April 1: These agronomy answers...

It’s April 1st—and while there’s no shortage of surprises in this episode, none of them are jokes. From global fertilizer disrupti...

Interest-free portion of cash advances maintained ...

The federal government is extending the higher interest-free portion on cash advances for 2026. Coinciding with the start of the g...

RealAg Radio: Details on strychnine access, good n...

Welcome to a special mid-week edition of the RealAg Issues Panel! For today’s panel, Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey...

Ag Policy Connection: Tackling food waste through ...

A staggering share of Canada’s food never gets eaten—and Lori Nikkel says that’s a systems problem, not an accident. In this episo...

More than just stress: why connection matters for ...

Mental health continues to be a growing focus in agriculture, as farmers face increasing pressure from weather, markets, and the c...

Profit Per Acre of Major Crops in India (Crop Inco...

Which Industry Gets More Versatility From Skid Ste...

Skid steer loaders are some of the most versatile pieces of heavy equipment. With the enduring popularity of homesteading and the ...

Beef Market Update: Strong lean beef demand suppor...

Beef markets are holding steady heading into Easter, but underlying signals—from packer disruptions to shifting wholesale spreads—...

BranValt builds global presence with Deere partner...

A decade after launching as Bushel Plus, the Manitoba-based harvest optimization company is entering its next phase under a new na...

RealAg Radio: Partisan politics in agriculture, an...

Welcome and thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio for today’s RealAg Issues Panel! On today’s edition of the issues panel, Haney is...

Bayer Crop Science and RealAgriculture launch Futu...

RealAgriculture and Bayer Crop Science Canada are partnering to create a national conversation on the future of canola, launching ...

Trump admin reveals record renewable fuel requirem...

American biofuel industry and farm groups who represent corn, soybean, and canola growers are applauding record-high renewable fue...

Can Controlled Environments Fix the World’s Favori...

Image 1: Shrimp cultivation in a modern recirculating aquaculture system (RAS).  

5 Ways Interseeding Can Change the Farming Landsca...

Interseeding is a combinative practice that often involves planting a cover crop within another cropping system. The benefits of d...

Pruning Tomato Plants: When, How, and Why to Prune...

Updated: March 2026 | Reviewed by the Agri Farming Editorial Team | 15+ years vegetable growing experience | 500+ tomato plants gr...

Tomato Mandi Price Today in India (State-wise Mark...

Check today’s live wholesale and tomato mandi prices across major markets in India. Rates are sourced from AGMARKNET and state agr...

Wheat Pete's Word, March 25: Firm ground, wild wea...

Cold mornings, wide weather swings, and plenty of field activity set the tone for this week’s Wheat Pete’s Word. From early spring...

Higher horsepower and versatility drive new Optum ...

Case IH is expanding its Optum tractor lineup with a new series designed to handle a wide range of field and transport application...

RealAg Radio: Steady growth in land values, tight ...

Welcome to RealAg Radio for this Wednesday edition of the show with your host Shaun Haney! Today on the show, Haney is joined by: ...

How accurate were farmers in predicting 2025 land ...

With the farm economy dealing with weak fundamentals in 2026, there were plenty who were waiting to see the Farm Credit Canada 202...

NDP leadership candidates propose public grocery s...

The New Democratic Party’s bid to regain national relevance and official party status will reach a pivotal moment this weekend as ...

RealAg Radio: Robotic scouting, weather impacts on...

Welcome to Agronomic Monday on RealAg Radio with your host Lyndsey Smith! On today’s show, Smith is joined by: Don Scribner of Ter...

No party is fighting for agriculture's vote. Here'...

By Tyler McCann Was Mark Carney’s first year as Prime Minister an epic fail? According to the RealAg audience it was. But last wee...

Wheat School: Three steps to a strong start for wh...

Getting wheat seed ready for seeding starts well before the drill hits the field, and taking the right steps early can set the ton...

Farmland value growth holds steady at 9.3%, but re...

Farmland values in Canada held steady in 2025, but the headline number masks a more complex and uneven market. Farm Credit Canada’...

The Agronomists, Ep 234: Weather-data-driven decis...

On this episode of The Agronomists, your host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Guy Ash of METOS and Jonathan Zettler of Fieldwalker Agro...

From Manual to Market-Ready: How GrowDirector Is A...

Three growers in Argentina, Mexico, and Giana are doing more with less — and the results prove it.

Okra Growing Problems: 15 Common Issues and How to...

Growing okra is usually straightforward, but even experienced gardeners run into trouble. Whether your okra seeds are not germinat...

Pepper Plant Problems: 16 Common Growing Issues an...

Growing peppers is usually straightforward, but pepper plant problems show up more often than most gardeners expect. Across severa...

Zucchini Plant Problems: 20 Common Issues and How ...

After growing zucchini across multiple seasons — in raised beds, containers, and open garden rows — I noticed most plant failures ...

How Long Does Grass Seed Take to Grow? Germination...

If you’ve just scattered grass seed and you’re wondering how long grass seed takes to grow, you’re not alone. Grass seed typically...

Leading Controlled-Release Fertilizer Manufacturer...

Controlled-release fertilizers used to feel like a niche, premium add-on, the kind of thing you only saw in a few high-value crops...

How did Carney do in his first year as Prime Minis...

I'm not sure if there's any one way to measure the success of a prime minister. If it's adding seats, gaining in public opinion po...

Canadian Dairy XPO returns with expanded summit, g...

The Canadian Dairy XPO is set to return to Stratford, Ont., on April 1 and 2, bringing dairy producers, agribusiness, and internat...

RealAg Radio: Carney makes the grade, industry uni...

Welcome and thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! On today’s show, Haney is join...

RealAg on the Weekend: Emergency prep, ag diversif...

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg on the Weekend! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney covers a range of timely topics as spring gets un...

Pass the KD: Kraft Heinz to invest $250 million in...

Kraft Heinz is the latest multinational food company to announce a major capital investment in processing capacity in Canada. The ...

Women in AgTech and CEA

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Agritecture Consulting Reintroduction

Spring Soil Amendments: What to Add to the Field i...

Get the farm ready for spring with March soil amendments and field prep that boost yields and improve the farm long-term. Always s...

11 Best Heirloom Tomatoes to Grow on the Farm

This year, bring these open-pollinated heirloom tomato varieties onto your land and into the market stand. Be a part of the legacy...

How to Start Tomato Seeds: 5 Expert Growing Tips

Tomatoes are the premier summer veggie, and the number of varieties available is a testament to their beloved nature. Here are a f...

Backyard Chickens Pros and Cons: The Truth After 1...

Quick Answer Summary I bought my first six pullets on March 15, 2024, in Richmond, Virginia. Living in USDA Zone 7b means winters ...

Can You Grow Tomatoes From Store-Bought Tomatoes? ...

Quick Answer Summary Yes, you can grow tomatoes from store-bought tomatoes. The seeds inside fresh tomatoes are usually viable and...

How Many Eggs Does a Chicken Lay Per Day? The Comp...

At 7:15 AM on December 3rd, 2025, I stood in my Louisville, Kentucky coop counting eggs. Three from the Australorps. Two from the ...

The Hidden Dangers of Heat Stress in Livestock

If you’ve ever checked your herds on a scorching afternoon, you already know how quickly heat changes the mood on your farm. The p...

What to Feed Backyard Chickens: How Much & When (B...

Quick Chicken Feeding Summary Topic Recommendation Base diet Complete commercial feed (layer, grower, or starter) Protein for layi...

Spring forward forever: Should we adopt Daylight S...

B.C. announced this week that after the clocks spring forward on Sunday night, they'll remain on Daylight Saving Time permanently....

Wheat Pete's Word, March 4: 200-bu wheat potential...

Spring has officially arrived—at least meteorologically—and Peter "Wheat Pete" Johnson is feeling the energy shift. With warmer te...

Farmers say improving financial decisions boosts p...

It's no secret that the 2026 crop year is shaping up to be one where profitability is a major concern. The RealAgristudies Insight...

RealAg Radio: War's impact on fertilizer markets, ...

Welcome to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! For today's show, Haney is joined by: Josh Linville ...

Spring fertilizer supply fears grow as Iran war ch...

Geopolitics always factor into fertilizer markets, but the week's military escalation involving Iran has quickly added another lay...

From Farm to Doorstep: Solving the Logistics of Di...

If you got into farming, chances are you did it because you love growing food, nurturing the land, or building a...

Sollum Technologies Launches SF-INFINITE™️, The Mo...

  PRESS RELEASE SOLLUM TECHNOLOGIES LAUNCHES SF-INFINITE, THE MOST ADVANCED DYNAMIC LED FIXTURE FOR COMME...

Your February Checklist: What to Do Now for Health...

As spring nears, it’s time to get the February soil checklist handy. Do these five things before the growing season starts to ensu...

What to Plant in March: The Best Early Spring Crop...

If you’re wondering what to plant in March, there are options regardless of your location. Some crops are meant to start now to ha...

Growing Ginger from Store-Bought Ginger: What Work...

I started growing ginger from store-bought ginger on March 2, 2025, right here in Orlando, USDA Zone 9 b. It began with a simple q...

The Agronomists, Ep 230: AI and the spray pass wit...

On this episode of The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by guests Dr. Anita Dille of Kansas State University and Zaim Ugl...

Ag Policy Connection: On margins and mindset — The...

Better management doesn’t just improve margins — it could reshape how Canada designs farm policy. In this episode of the Ag Policy...

MacDonald, Rollins quietly meet face-to-face for f...

The top political figures responsible for agriculture in Canada and the United States quietly met face-to-face for the first time ...

RealAg Radio: Getting Canada on board with biofuel...

Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney, brought to you by BASF! On today’s show, Haney is joined for conversations wit...

How to Improve Clay Soil: Fix Drainage Fast (USDA ...

I stood in my Orlando, Florida garden last week, USDA Zone 9b, watching water pool around my tomato stakes like a miniature lake. ...

Growing Grocery Store Potatoes: What Worked and Wh...

That bag of russets felt heavy in my hands as I stood in my Orlando garden on December 2, 2025. I kept wondering, can you grow gro...

Canada secures expanded market access for Canadian...

The Government of Canada today announced a major expansion of market access for Canadian beef and pork products into Indonesia, ma...

Glufosinate resistance threatens fight for weed fr...

Confirmation of glufosinate resistance in waterhemp in the U.S. is a troubling sign for a key tool for managing weeds in canola an...

Soybean School: Soybean cyst nematode lessons from...

Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) isn’t just a North American concern — it’s firmly established across Brazil’s soybean belt and remains...

RFK Jr. says U.S. government is accelerating the t...

Last week, the U.S. president designated glyphosate-based herbicides and elemental phosphorus as "critical" to national defence an...

RealAg Radio: Farm incentive programs, fertilizer ...

Welcome to Agronomic Monday on RealAg Radio with your host Lyndsey Smith! For today’s show, Smith is joined by: Dr. Josh Nasielski...

Growing Vegetables in Houston: A Backyard and Balc...

If you are thinking about growing vegetables in Houston, you already know the heat hits different here. This Houston vegetable gar...

Growing Basil Indoors and Outdoors: A U.S. Seasona...

It was December 2, 2025, when I stepped onto my patio here in Orlando, USDA Zone 9b. The air felt warm enough for shorts, yet I kn...

Growing Strawberries in Pots: A U.S. Balcony and P...

I still remember standing on my Chicago balcony last March 15th, shivering in USDA Zone 6a, wondering if growing strawberries in p...

Avocado Leaves Turning Brown? Natural and Organic ...

It’s December 2, 2025, here in Orlando, USDA Zone 9b. I walked out to the backyard this morning and saw it again. Avocado leaves a...

A clean pass under pressure: Why farmers need to t...

By Darcy Pawlik In hockey, when pressure mounts and the ice tightens, good teams don’t panic. They don’t dump the puck and hope so...

Imperial Seed marks 75 years; Kurt Shmon reflects ...

Imperial Seed is marking a major milestone, celebrating 75 years in the forage, turf, and cover crop seed business. Speaking with ...

RealAg Radio: IEEPA tariffs struck down, launching...

Welcome to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Lyndsey Smith! On today’s show, Smith is joined for the RealAg Issue...

The strongest start: How seedcare innovation is sh...

With tight planting windows and unpredictable spring conditions, getting crops off to a strong start is critical for Canadian grow...

RealAg on the Weekend: Finding opportunity in biof...

Welcome and thanks for tuning in to this week’s edition of RealAg on the Weekend with Shaun Haney! Broadcasting from Calgary, Albe...

Running a CEA Farm Takes More Than Growing Great L...

Balcony Vegetable Gardening in Chicago: A Short-Se...

Starting my balcony vegetable gardening in Chicago felt impossible until I realized the city has its rhythm. Many folks ask about ...

67 options and counting: Navigating the complex la...

Farmers across Canada are facing a dizzying array of incentive programs aimed at promoting sustainable and regenerative agricultur...