The kinetics of maternal and self-developed Streptococcus suis-specific antibodies by Sandra Vreman, Rutger Jansen, Mikael Bastian, Patricia Beckers, Miriam van Riet, Helmi Fijten, Jan Fledderus, Astrid de Greeff, Hélène Winkelman, Norbert Stockhofe-Zurwieden, Lluís Fabà, Henk J. Wisselink, Manouk Vrieling

“…Conclusions Total Ig against S. suis in serum declined after birth and the lowest level was detected just before weaning. Farmers and veterinarians should focus on piglets with low birth weights and late-born piglets because these parameters reduce both the S. suis-specific MDA preweaning and the specific antibodies acquired postweaning. …”
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An Assessment of Landslides Occurrence and its Implications on Local Community in Ibanda Sub County Kasese District, Uganda by Agaba, Chris

“…A total sample of 92 farmers representing 92 households was selected. Data was presented using frequency distributed tables, bar graphs, photographs and maps from various sources. …”
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Soil Testing for Plant-Available Nutrients—What Is It and Why Do We Use It? by George Hochmuth, Rao Mylavarapu, Ed Hanlon

“… Farmers need soil-testing procedures to assess soils for potential plant-available nutrients. …”
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Soil Testing for Plant-Available Nutrients—What Is It and Why Do We Use It? by George Hochmuth, Rao Mylavarapu, Ed Hanlon

“… Farmers need soil-testing procedures to assess soils for potential plant-available nutrients. …”
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DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF AN IMPROVED MOTORIZED MAIZE SHELLER/THRESHING MACHINE by ADEWALE SEDARA, EMMANUEL ODEDIRAN, SETH MANUWA

“…It can be moved to where it’s needed this would encourage farmers to shell their maize grains on the farm. …”
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Potential Woody Species and Species Attributes for Windbreaks in Florida by Michael G. Andreu, Bijay Tamang, Donald L. Rockwood, Melissa H. Friedman

“… This article offers guidance for Florida farmers and growers in the selection of woody species for windbreaks, highlighting attributes that align with sustainable agricultural practices. …”
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Effect of Banana Production on Poverty Reduction in Kabuyanda Sub-County, Isingiro District. by Arinda, Edgar

“…The findings revealed that banana production significantly contributes to household incomes, with farmers selling bananas locally, to wholesalers, and even for export, constituting a major source of revenue for 25.76% of respondents. …”
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Fertigation for Vegetables: A Practical Guide for Small Fields by Jim DeValerio, David Nistler, Robert Hochmuth, Eric Simonne

“…More and more farmers are growing small crops of fruits and vegetables for specialty local markets. …”
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Eucalyptus-based livelihoods: enhancing household food security and resilience in Northwest Ethiopia by Fasika Belay, Fasika Belay, Messay Mulugeta, Teferee Makonnen

“…Farmers in northwest Ethiopia have been transforming their livelihood strategies, however, the impact of this transformation on food security status and resilience is hardly investigated. …”
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Assessing the Impacts of Climate Change on Livelihoods in Rujumbura Rukungiri District. by Niwagaba, Alfred

“…Meanwhile, livestock farmers reported shift grazing and change of local varieties as their mitigation actions to the climate change conditions. …”
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Assessment of Factors Limiting Advanced Technology Adoption in Maize Cultivation in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabale District South Western Uganda. by Asiimwe, Moses

“…Socioeconomic and demographic factors, including farmers' education levels, income, access to credit, and extension services, significantly influence the adoption rates. …”
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Contribution of Youth Livelihood Program (YLP) Towards Agriculture in Nyarusiza Sub-County Kisoro District. by Ndirahisha, Brian

“…By integrating these findings with broader research insights, it becomes clear that a comprehensive approach involving financial support, capacity building, market access, and coordinated efforts among stakeholders is essential for achieving sustainable agricultural development and empowering young farmers in the region. The study concluded that government should establish strong market connections which can help farmers achieve better prices and reduce market volatility and there should be provision of timely and accurate market data which can help farmers make informed decisions, reducing risks associated with market uncertainties.…”
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Climate-based Management to Reduce Nitrate Leaching from Dairies in the Suwannee River Basin by Victor E. Cabrera, Norman E. Breuer, Peter E. Hildebrand, Clyde Fraisse

“… Dairy farmers in the Suwannee River Basin are aware that environmental issues will be among the greatest challenges they face in the near future. …”
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Fertigation for Vegetables: A Practical Guide for Small Fields by Jim DeValerio, David Nistler, Robert Hochmuth, Eric Simonne

“…More and more farmers are growing small crops of fruits and vegetables for specialty local markets. …”
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Climate-based Management to Reduce Nitrate Leaching from Dairies in the Suwannee River Basin by Victor E. Cabrera, Norman E. Breuer, Peter E. Hildebrand, Clyde Fraisse

“… Dairy farmers in the Suwannee River Basin are aware that environmental issues will be among the greatest challenges they face in the near future. …”
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Profitability Analysis of Potato Gardening at FAES Kabale University. by Amanya, Marvin

“…The report concludes with recommendations for optimizing production efficiency and enhancing market access to ensure sustained profitability for local farmers. This analysis serves as a valuable resource for farmers’ agricultural stakeholders and policymakers aiming to promote and support Irish potato cultivation in Kabale district.…”
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Land Use and is Impact on Agricultural Productivity in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. by Tusingwire, Pamellah

“…The findings also revealed that improving soil fertility is crucial for enhancing agricultural productivity. They noted that farmers should be encouraged to use organic fertilizers such as compost or manure instead of relying solely on chemical fertilizers. …”
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Your Farm Weather Station: Installation and Maintenance Guidelines by Clyde W. Fraisse, George W. Braun, William R. Lusher, Lee R. Staudt

“…This 5-page fact sheet provides farmers with basic guidelines for installing and maintaining a weather station. …”
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Your Farm Weather Station: Installation and Maintenance Guidelines by Clyde W. Fraisse, George W. Braun, William R. Lusher, Lee R. Staudt

“…This 5-page fact sheet provides farmers with basic guidelines for installing and maintaining a weather station. …”
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Bayesian joint-regression analysis of unbalanced series of on-farm trials by Turbet Delof, Michel, Rivière, Pierre, Dawson, Julie C, Gauffreteau, Arnaud, Goldringer, Isabelle, van Frank, Gaëlle, David, Olivier

“…In PPB, selection is decentralized in the target environments, and relies on collaboration between farmers, farmers' organisations and researchers. By doing so, evaluation of new genotypes takes genotype x environment (GxE) interactions into account to select for specific adaptation. …”
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