Forestry Industry News Monitoring

New Holland TM 120 makes €76,120 at auction

A New Holland TM120 sold for €76,120 (£65,000) plus fees at a recent UK vintage auction. The rare example, which appears to have been dry stored from new, can only be described as in ‘new condition’. Displaying only 88 hours, it was part of UK-based …

FAO participates in ADB annual meeting, strengthens cooperation in key agricultural areas

Milan – The Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), QU Dongyu, today took part in the 58th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Milan, where he emphasised the need to strengthen cooperation …

Crunch meeting on TB

The Minister for Agriculture and farm organisations are attending a high-stakes meeting today to debate 30 new proposed TB eradication measures. Among the controversial proposals are: Mandatory whole-herd blood testing in herds with large breakdowns and …

Sunshine brings lift in beef quotes

Good weather in May coupled with a drop in numbers are always good ingredients for a healthy beef trade. This week’s quotes have turned the corner and started to rise again, after a few weeks of sustained pressure from processors. Heifers have moved up to …

Sheep Trends: demand and supply finely balanced

The sheep trade is steady, with supply and demand remaining finely balanced. Spring lamb numbers are increasing slowly, with last week’s throughput up by over 2,000 head, but still running at just 5,605 head. This remains 1,501 head behind the …

Sheep mart prices: trade unchanged for lambs and hoggets

There has been no real change in the sheep trade over the last week, with all classes remaining steady. Lamb entries in sales are building slowly, but remain relatively low compared with cull ewes in particular. Lambs weighing 48kg to 50kg are averaging in …

Camera at the Mart: demand for ewes with lambs in Tuam

The keenest demand exhibited in Tuam Mart’s weekly sheep sale on Tuesday evening was for ewes with lambs at foot, ewe hoggets destined for breeding and cull ewes. Prices for ewes with lambs at foot were dictated by the quality of the unit and age of ewe. …

Cash dairy prices higher except butter Wednesday

Market News Cash dairy prices higher except butter Wednesday Cash dairy prices were higher except butter Wednesday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.    Dry whey was up $0.0250 at $0.55. One sale was recorded at that price.  Forty-pound cheese blocks were …

Mixed midweek finishes for soybeans, corn, wheat

Market News Mixed midweek finishes for soybeans, corn, wheat Soybeans were mixed, with nearby contracts down and deferred months up. The U.S. and China are scheduled to meet this weekend for tariff talks, but a lot of the early support tied to that news …

More cash cattle trade develops Wednesday

Market News More cash cattle trade develops Wednesday Chicago Mercantile Exchange live and feeder cattle futures closed lower on technical selling, waiting for direct cash business to get established in the north. June live cattle were down $1.15 at $212. …

Is a new small scale dairy now viable to create?

I had an email from a young farmer recently regarding setting up a new dairy. They were currently renting 43 acres next to the home block, which was just under 30 acres in size, with the hopeful plan being able to build on the owned land when it is passed …

Wheat Pete’s Word, May 7: Mental health, moisture matters, and the mysteries of phosphorus

It’s go time! As planting pushes ahead under wildly variable spring conditions, Wheat Pete is back with a reminder that May stress is real—and so are the agronomy challenges. In this episode of Wheat Pete’s Word, your host Peter Johnson highlights the …

Getting biofuel policy right works for both Canada and the U.S., NOPA says

While social media debates rage over seed oils, Devin Mogler says it’s science and affordability that should guide food and fuel policy. The CEO of the National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) joined Shaun Haney to unpack what’s behind the U.S. …

BioSafe Systems hires Matt McGraw as technical sales representative

Harnois Greenhouses announces first major glass greenhouse project with VegPro International

University of Florida online training course Greenhouse 101 starts June 2

SaskPower: Prioritize safety this seeding season

As seeding season begins in Saskatchewan, SaskPower is reminding everyone to stay safe when working near power lines. Last year, there were 262 farm-related incidents involving power infrastructure, a slight decrease from 268 in 2023, according to …

How Does Planting Speed Impact Yield?

Precision Planting PTI Farm’s new High-Speed Planting Study is out. And PTI Farm Manager Jason Webster says the data shows that not only were yields maintained at higher speeds, but they actually increased in some spots. “Traditionally, there's some …

Connecticut Residents Urged to Surrender or Dispose of Unsolicited Packages of Seeds

Press Releases 05/07/2025 Connecticut Residents Urged to Surrender or Dispose of Unsolicited Packages of Seeds (STATEWIDE) – The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) and the Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg), are urging …

TravelingWiki Foundation CEO Jonathan Sutter Named as One of the Top Six Global Autism Travel Influencers

On the eve of appearing at The Rose Bowl, TravelingWiki’s CEO, Jonathan Sutter, named as one of the Top 6 Autism Travel Influencers Globally by Google. PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the eve of appearing at …

Statement from AMMWEC President and Founder Anila Ali on Rising Tensions Between India and Pakistan

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “As a Muslim woman, an American, and a tireless advocate for peace and coexistence, I must speak clearly: India and Pakistan are nuclear powers. There can be no winner in a nuclear …

RHRC Receives Legislative Funding to Advance Rural Health Sustainability and Payment Reform

Legislative funding empowers RHRC to advance sustainable rural health models and payment reforms, improving access and care quality in underserved communities. MANHEIM, PA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Rural Health …

Office of the Governor – Statement – BLNR ruling on Pōhakuloa Training Area

STATE OF HAWAIʻI  KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI    JOSH GREEN, M.D.  GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA  STATEMENT ON BOARD OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES DECISION ON FINAL EIS BY U.S. ARMY FOR PŌHAKULOA TRAINING AREA   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2025  HONOLULU — The …

2025 Poll of Older Women Reveals Hesitancy Toward Electing a Woman President in U.S.

2025 national survey of women over 50 finds Lady Boomers may be the proverbial wrinkle in the political ointment ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent national survey of women over the age of fifty * finds that …

VetComm CEO Kate Monroe Featured on California Insider, Sharing Her Journey from Marine to Veteran Advocate

Marine Veteran and VetComm CEO Discusses Overcoming Adversity and Empowering Veterans to Access the Benefits They Are Owed on California Insider SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kate Monroe, CEO and co-founder of …

George Magazine Announces New Public Relations Manager

George Magazine is excited to announce Karen Walker as their new Public Relations Manager. LITTLE ROCK, AR, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- George Magazine is excited to announce Karen Walker as their new Public Relations Manager. …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President, Commends President Trump and Prime Minister Starmer for Reaching Historic Trade Deal

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Javier Palomarez, President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC), commends President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Starmer for reaching a historic …

Statement from NRLCA President Don Maston on the Appointment of David Steiner as USPS Postmaster General

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Postal Service is one of our nation’s oldest and most trusted institutions, rooted in a 250-year legacy of public service. As the USPS Board of Governors confirms …

Historic Cali Crypto Tour Closes in Sacramento with Lawmakers, Builders & Policy Powerhouses United for Crypto Progress

Stand With Crypto and DIFA took over the Capitol—uniting crypto leaders and lawmakers to protect innovation and build a safer digital future. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The historic California Crypto Tour concluded …

ELYSIAN’s 10th Anniversary Weekend Honors Global Trailblazers

A Weekend Celebration of Women Who Move the World in Philanthropy, Tech, Fashion, Wellness and Politics NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ELYSIAN, a women’s luxury lifestyle brand based in Spartanburg, South Carolina …

Lawsuit Compels Nationwide Public Review of Plutonium Bomb Core Production

Federal Register of May 9 Outlines Process of National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to Prepare Programmatic EIS on Expanded Plutonium Pit Production AIKEN, SC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the National Nuclear …

Rare Coins and Precious Metals Reassert Safe-Haven Role as Gold Surges and Recession Fears Mount

Hard Asset Management Highlights Historical Resilience and Strong 2025 Market Performance SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the price of gold surpassing $3,300 per ounce and growing concern over a global economic …

2025-62 – GOVERNOR GREEN, ATTORNEY GENERAL LOPEZ ANNOUNCE $700 MILLION SETTLEMENT IN PLAVIX LAWSUIT

DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   ANNE LOPEZ ATTORNEY GENERAL LOIO KUHINA     GOVERNOR GREEN, ATTORNEY GENERAL LOPEZ ANNOUNCE $700 MILLION SETTLEMENT IN PLAVIX LAWSUIT   News Release …

The Civil Rights Division Hosts the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations in America at the Justice Department to ...

On May 7, 2025, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon welcomed the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations in America to the Justice Department to address the alarming rise in Anti-Semitism since October 7th, as well as the Civil …

Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Assertio Therapeutics Inc. Agrees to Pay $3.6M to Resolve Allegations that It Violated the ...

The Justice Department announced today that Assertio Therapeutics Inc., formerly known as Depomed Inc., (Assertio), a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, has agreed to pay $3.6 million to resolve claims that Assertio violated the …

Second Leader of Notorious Philadelphia ‘10th and O Crew’ Sentenced to Over Four Years for Opioid Drug Conspiracy

A Pennsylvania man was sentenced today in the District of New Jersey to four years and nine months in prison for conspiracy to distribute oxycodone, a highly addictive controlled substance.   According to court documents, between March 2019 and March 2024, …

New Jersey Woman Sentenced to Prison for Forced Labor and Other Federal Crimes

A New Jersey woman was sentenced on Wednesday to 45 months in prison for forced labor and other crimes related to her coercive scheme to compel two victims to perform domestic labor and childcare in her home. Bolaji Bolarinwa, 51, of Moorestown, previously …

Ivorian Men Arrested for International “Sextortion” and Money Laundering Scheme Resulting in Minor’s Death

Four men in Côte d’Ivoire have been arrested on criminal charges relating to their role in an international “sextortion” scheme that targeted thousands of victims, including minors, throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Spain, and …

Ohio Man Charged with Threatening State Public Officials

A New Albany, Ohio, man has been charged with federal crimes related to sending at least 65 letters and emails to 34 victims, including state public officials, a local TV station and law enforcement, threatening to kill Ohio public officials. Many of the …