Margy Eckelkamp

Margy Eckelkamp is an award-winning journalist who serves as the Editor of The Scoop magazine, Top Producer magazine, and The Daily Scoop newsletter. She also the host of The Scoop Podcast and is a key contributor to AgWeb and other Farm Journal publications.

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Dynamic Duo: Research Shows 2-For-1 Benefit Pairing Ammonium Thiosulfate With UAN

New studies highlight how thiosulfates not only supply sulfur but also significantly reduce nitrogen loss by slowing the conversion of ammonium to nitrate in the soil.

July 01, 2025 10:33 AM

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New Chassis For Application: Terrana Biosciences Emerges From Stealth Mode

Company says RNA technology can directly target pests and potentially slash application frequency.

July 01, 2025 05:36 AM

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“The main troubles have been with glyphosate and glufosinate,” Amy Asmus says. “And I’m worried more about glufosinate.”

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Supreme Court Decision On Glyphosate Case Expected Next Session

Bayer says it will continue it’s “multipronged” strategy around glyphosate litigation.

June 30, 2025 09:00 AM

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AgReliant Genetics Announces Planned Acquisition by Argentinian Firm, GDM

AgReliant was founded in 2000 as a joint venture between global seed companies KWS and Limagrain

June 27, 2025 04:11 PM

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3 Questions Every Farmer Should Ask About Biological Products

Pam Marrone says today’s industry supports products coming to market with a win rate no less than 80% and at least a 7% yield increase — anything else is just noise.

June 27, 2025 06:58 AM

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A Trio of CEO Announcements From Across Ag Retail Cooperatives

Here’s a recap on the latest leadership at the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives, CVA in Nebraska, and Landus in Iowa.

June 26, 2025 04:24 PM

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Is Food Inflation Heating Up July 4th Grills?

Two studies illuminate food prices for the holiday barbecue season.

June 25, 2025 11:28 AM

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In Today’s Ag Economy, What’s Supporting Land Values?

Farmland experts say it’s a story of supply and demand, but increasing farmer debt level adds to the bigger picture.

June 23, 2025 01:51 PM

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Lift the Fog: 4 Drivers of Farm Profitability To Watch in 2025

On the surface, strong livestock prices and government payments are painting a rosy picture for the farm sector. A closer look at input costs, commodity prices and interest rates says otherwise.

June 20, 2025 12:06 PM

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Fertilizer Prices and Farmer Profitability: Best Case Scenario Prices Flatten, But Won’t Go Down

Fertilizer prices have been on a steady climb, despite grain prices continuing to lag. Josh Linville with Stone X points to the driving force: Global production is lagging behind demand.

June 19, 2025 03:10 PM

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