Thanks for a glorious 2014! We look forward to seeing you down the Agriblogging Highway in 2015.
AgWired on MyFarmRadio
Want to listen to AgWired audio on a brand new channel? Try out MyFarmRadio courtesy of Farm Journal. All you need to do is download the app to your mobile device and look for us in the on-demand section. We’ll be featuring our regular podcasts as well as special interviews and other types of audio that we hope you’ll be …
New Holland Wishing Everyone Happy Holidays
There are many reasons to be thankful this holiday season. As we head into our 120th year, we can think of many. Wishing you a Happy Holiday and a prosperous New Year. Abe Hughes, VP New Holland North America and the New Holland Team
Four Industry Trends for 2015
Looking for what some of the trends in agriculture will be in 2015? Well, Bo Warren, director of the Georgia Center of Innovation for Agribusiness, has four key ones for you. In this week’s program he talks about them. Precision agriculture will become more precise The FAA has been paying close attention to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) as the technology …
Did you find your favorite gadget under the tree?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What type of gadget is on your wish or to-give list?” Did you find your favorite gadget under the tree this year? Our results were pretty evenly spread out. I was excited to see many were wanting to utilize drone technology. But the GoPro video camera exceeded all other gadgets. I think that might …
Top AgWired Stories of 2014
It’s that time of year when we take a look at the stats and see what stories were the most read, shared and liked in 2014. These top ten stories are from our Word Press stats. Taking a look at them, it seems our most popular posts are technology, John Deere and New Holland. But a lot happened in 2014. …
PacificAg Can Help Growers Increase Profits in 2014
The largest and most experienced biomass harvest company in the country is helping growers see increased profits in the emerging biomass markets. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services that allow growers to further diversify their operations and experience additional revenue. PacificAg started in the residue management business nearly 20 years ago harvesting forage crops for feed in Oregon …
USFRA Launches Fun How To Video Series
Have you ever wondered how to milk 1,200 cows three times a day? Or gather 50,000 eggs a day? Or how to keep 7,000 pigs feed, watered, clean and happy? Well wonder no more. The U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA) has launched a fun and very informative “How To Farm” series that also looks how no-till techniques can aid …
Experts Predict Food Trends for 2015
For the second year, University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences faculty members predict the food-related trends that could end up on your dinner plates and grocery store shelves in 2015: Wow, that’s…pungent: Americans continue to develop a fondness for fermented foods, which often create strong, unique flavors in such products as kimchi, sauerkraut, beer, wine and yogurt. …
Murray Wise: Different Market Ahead for Farmland
A leading expert in land, auction and agribusiness related transactions says 2015 is going to be a different kind of market for farmland. Murray Wise Associates, LLC says while falling commodity prices will play a role, there’s more at work there. “This year has been one of transition, with prices varying widely depending on land quality and location. The market …