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Is the EPA Really the Enemy of Agriculture?
2014-08-29 18:30:00| National Hog Farmer
Source: The JournalStar.com, U.S. House Committee on Science, Space and Technology, U.S. EPA The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been a main topic of discussion in agricultural circles this week as the debate over the proposed Waters of the U.S. Rule continues to rage. The Lincoln Journal Star newspaper website reports that Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman went so far during a conference call with reporters as to call the EPA the enemy of agriculture, saying the agency has been turning to overly aggressive attempts at regulation. Content Classification: Curated read more
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Tim Daman: Region has deep roots in agriculture
2014-08-24 03:14:52| Agriculture - Topix.net
A recent news headline read; "Michigan's next big job opportunity: growing agricultural industry?" It shouldn't be a surprise that an industry that has been such a powerhouse should be viewed as ripe for growth.
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Climate Change Threatens Agriculture: ADB
2014-08-23 14:52:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Sunday Leader: Climate change will affect South Asia more than most other regions. South Asias weather is likely to become hotter than the global average, while monsoon rains and heavy storms will increase in most parts of the region. Mountainous countries would face increased flooding and landslides, while the coastal countries of the region such as Sri Lanka, are likely to be partly inundated by sea-level rise. This could lead to widespread degradation of Sri Lankas coastal and agricultural resources and could...
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5 Agriculture stories to read, Aug. 22, 2014
2014-08-23 00:46:00| Corn & Soybean Digest
This week's 5 Ag stories to read includes advice on scouting for Southern rust in corn, as well as an outlook on farmland prices. Also read an opinion about GMO and organic working together to feed a growing population. There are also tips and methods for seeding cover crops, and for a little fun, enjoy a gallery featuring a throwback to seed bags. read more
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Water And Agriculture Leaders Plant Seeds For Environmental Progress In Rare Collaboration
2014-08-22 11:26:15| pollutiononline Home Page
The US Water Alliance issued a report recently highlighting common ground and innovative strategies between agriculture and water and wastewater utilities to reduce nutrient pollution in the Mississippi River Basin.
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