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Corn prices fell while soybeans rose after USDA raised yield estimates, as Midwest harvest delays and South American weather risks created mixed grain and oilseed market results. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/usda-report-sparks-mixed-results-across-grain-markets-081.aspx NEWS_248081 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:07:17 GMT A new LMU study found cattle embryos can establish pregnancy without interferon tau, opening new research paths to improve livestock fertility. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/study-rewrites-cattle-pregnancy-science-080.aspx NEWS_248080 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:06:25 GMT The University of Guelph has named Paul Hoekstra as its first executive director of agri-food strategy and partnerships to support innovation, research, and industry collaboration. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/paul-hoekstra-joins-u-of-g-leadership-079.aspx NEWS_248079 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:03:54 GMT The University of Guelph has named Paul Hoekstra as its first executive director of agri-food strategy and partnerships to support innovation, research, and industry collaboration. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/cows-can-become-pregnant-even-without-embryonal-interferon-tau-078.aspx NEWS_248078 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:01:08 GMT R-CALF USA has asked federal trade officials to address growing lamb imports, arguing they are damaging the U.S. sheep industry and limiting growth opportunities. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/pushing-for-lamb-import-safeguards-077.aspx NEWS_248077 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:45:08 GMT Manitoba Crop Alliance has named 15 farmer delegates to its crop committees, strengthening producer representation and supporting future industry growth. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/mca-welcomes-new-crop-committee-delegates-076.aspx NEWS_248076 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:37:01 GMT ZenaDrone is testing a mobile trailer designed to support agricultural drone operations with automated charging refilling and improved field efficiency. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/zenadrone-builds-smart-trailer-for-farm-drones-075.aspx NEWS_248075 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:16:30 GMT Hensall Co-op is celebrating Co-op Week through a donation and volunteer initiative that supports rural families with children receiving medical care. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/hensall-co-op-supports-ronald-mcdonald-house-074.aspx NEWS_248074 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:14:26 GMT A California facility is turning almond shell byproducts into biochar, helping improve soil health, support carbon storage, and create new opportunities for growers. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/agricultural-byproducts-turned-into-biochar-073.aspx NEWS_248073 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:00:57 GMT NC State University is developing a new research and training facility to support egg production, food safety technology testing, and workforce education. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/nc-state-launches-national-egg-innovation-hub-071.aspx NEWS_248071 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:51:41 GMT New research suggests that common farm contaminants may affect lung health, highlighting the need for improved respiratory protection and workplace safety. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/farm-study-reveals-female-lung-risks-070.aspx NEWS_248070 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:48:37 GMT Heart of Harvest will unite Southern Alberta's agriculture community to raise funds for expanded cardiac care and support the Bringing Hearts Home campaign. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/heart-of-harvest-supports-rural-cardiac-care-069.aspx NEWS_248069 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:45:25 GMT Illinois Pumpkin Smash events encourage communities to recycle pumpkins through composting, reducing landfill waste, lowering emissions, supporting soil health, and promoting environmental awareness across the state. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/pumpkin-smash-events-turn-waste-into-environmental-solutions-046.aspx NEWS_248046 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:20:44 GMT The Great Lakes YEN announced its 2025-26 winter wheat yield winners in Ontario and Michigan, highlighting data-driven crop management and achievement of high yield potential. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/ontario-farmer-wins-yen-highest-winter-wheat-yield-045.aspx NEWS_248045 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:18:29 GMT Free satellite imagery and drone research help farmers monitor crops, improve fertilizer use, and make better management decisions at lower costs. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/free-satellite-data-powers-smarter-decisions-044.aspx NEWS_248044 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:07:55 GMT Dragonflies are ancient predators whose vision, flight, and sensory systems are helping scientists design advanced drones, sensors, and aviation technologies. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/ancient-insect-inspires-high-tech-solutions-043.aspx NEWS_248043 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:01:18 GMT U.S. pork exports declined in August due to lower shipments to Mexico and weaker demand for some pork products. Growth in emerging markets helped limit the overall decline. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/mexico-slowdown-pulls-pork-exports-lower-042.aspx NEWS_248042 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:49:55 GMT Syngenta has launched Cropwise Explorer, a new digital tool that helps retailers identify crop issues, monitor field performance and provide timely insights. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/new-cropwise-tool-helps-spot-crop-issues-041.aspx NEWS_248041 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:44:56 GMT John Deere and Yamaha have entered a collaboration to develop future side by side vehicles that focus on innovation, performance, and customer needs. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/john-deere-yamaha-join-forces-on-sxs-040.aspx NEWS_248040 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:36:45 GMT Farmer sentiment declined as producers faced rising input costs and a weaker financial outlook. However, confidence in long term farmland values remained strong. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/farmer-confidence-falls-as-cost-pressure-grows-039.aspx NEWS_248039 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:29:30 GMT