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World Egg Day celebrates its 21st anniversary

World Egg Day celebrates its 21st anniversary

The day is observed on the second Friday every October

By Diego Flammini
News Reporter
Farms.com

Egg lovers around the world are showing their appreciation for the poultry product as part of World Egg Day.

During the 1996 International Egg Commission in Vienna, Austria, officials agreed the second Friday in October would be recognized as World Egg Day.

And World Egg Day wouldn’t be possible without farmers.

There are about 313 million laying hens in the U.S., according to the American Egg Board. The hens have a daily production rate of about 76 eggs per 100 layers.

American egg farmers produced 102 billion eggs and $6.48 billion in economic impact in 2016, according to the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service.

The top three egg-producing states in 2016 were:

1.   Iowa – 53,408,000 eggs

2.   Indiana – 31,697,000 eggs

3.   Ohio - 29,667,000 eggs

Egg farmers also play an important role in Canada.

There are more than 1,000 egg farms across the country, according to Egg Farmers of Canada. These farmers produce more than 595 million eggs contribute about $1.4 billion to the Canadian economy each year.

The top three egg-producing provinces in 2016 were:

1.   Ontario – 280,920,000 dozen

2.   Quebec – 140,499,000 dozen

3.   British Columbia – 90,941,000 dozen

But the top-producing egg country in the world is in Asia.

Chinese farmers produce 36 percent of the global egg production, according to the International Egg Commission.

Rounding out the top five are:

2. United States – 8.3 percent of global egg production

3. India – 5.6 percent of global egg production

4. Japan/Mexico – 3.7 percent of global egg production

5. Russia – 3.3 percent of global egg production

Farms.com would like to extend a thank you to all egg farmers on World Egg Day!


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The FCDC and AgSmart Bring Plant Breeding to a Wider Audience

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In the vast prairies of Alberta, Olds College’s Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) stands as a beacon of innovation and research in the agricultural world. The institution has become a key player in advancing agricultural technologies and practices. The FCDC’s commitment to applied research has driven them to seek effective means of disseminating their findings and creating a positive impact on the farming community.

One such avenue that aligns with their mission is AgSmart, an event dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies. The coming together of the FCDC’s annual Field Day and Ag Smart has proved to be a natural fit, fostering a synergy that benefits both parties and propels the agriculture industry forward. The FCDC Field Day took part in conjunction with AgSmart for the first time this week on Aug. 1-2 in Olds, Alta. FCDC Program Director Kofi Agblor and Olds College VP of Development Todd Ormann sat down for an interview with Marc Zienkiewicz to discuss the significance of the two events taking part together and what the future holds.

The Intersection of Research and Technology The essence of the FCDC lies in its dedication to plant breeding and new seed varieties, particularly barley and triticale. While conducting research is essential, it becomes meaningful when its benefits are shared with the wider community. This is where AgSmart steps in, providing a key venue for the FCDC to showcase their research. This union between research and technology creates a holistic and enriching experience for farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals, the pair said.

Seeds as Technology For the FCDC, the partnership with AgSmart goes beyond mere event collaboration. It is about creating an environment that bridges the gap between seeds and smart technology, Ormann said. The college believes that for technology to truly revolutionize agriculture, it must begin with a strong foundation — high-quality seeds. As the saying goes, “it all starts with a seed.” To demonstrate this critical aspect, the collaboration aims to showcase the seed value chain as an integral part of the smartphone.

The Birth of a Powerful Alliance The idea of joining forces emerged when staff realized the potential synergy between AgSmart and the FCDC Field Day. With just a few days separating the two events, a proposal was put forward to merge them. The marketing and communications teams from both sides worked seamlessly to ensure the essence of both events remained intact, creating a powerful alliance that leverages the strengths of each, Agblor said.

Driving Advancements in Breeding For Agblor, the partnership with AgSmart has tremendous potential to drive advancements in breeding and other technology. With technologies like drones and imaging becoming integral to phenotyping, breeding is no longer confined to vast fields to assess thousands of plants manually. Instead, it benefits from the data-rich insights brought about by smart technologies. These advancements make breeding more efficient, precise, and instrumental in shaping the future of agriculture.

Overcoming Challenges Together While the partnership between Olds College and Ag Smart has been a resounding success, there are challenges on the horizon. Securing stable funding for long-term breeding initiatives is crucial to sustain progress. The college is committed to navigating these challenges and investing in agriculture’s future sustainably, Agblor said.

 

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