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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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Retail Industry
New Kahler Automation CEO Brings Business-Focused Lens to Ag Retail Automation
Previously CFO, Jessica Geelan says her financial background will help guide Kahler’s next phase while the company continues investing in automation, data visibility and customer experience.
August 10, 2026 11:30 AM
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Retail Industry
Bayer Seed Brands to Exit WinField United Distribution After 2027
The change affects Bayer’s Dekalb, Asgrow and Deltapine seed distribution, but does not include branded crop protection products.
August 07, 2026 04:33 PM
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Retail Industry
Bayer, Simplot Reshape Distribution Relationship Ahead of 2027 Season
Simplot Grower Solutions will no longer distribute or sell Bayer-branded crop protection or seed products beginning with the 2027 season.
August 06, 2026 09:14 AM
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Retail Industry
Meristem Holds 2027 Prices Flat
The announcement was made during Meristem’s annual Breakthrough to Excellence event for Meristem dealer partners from across the country.
August 05, 2026 10:03 AM
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Retail Industry
Farmers Don’t Rank Retailers First: What A Purdue Survey Reveals About Influence
A nearly 12-point perception gap shows retailers may not be as early in the farmer’s information journey as they think.
August 05, 2026 09:45 AM
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Retail Industry
High Farmland Rents Force Early 2027 Budget Decisions for Farmers
As input costs remain elevated, fall lease deadlines are putting renewed focus on cash rents and farmland values.
August 04, 2026 01:44 PM
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Retail Industry
Temporary Grain Storage Could Be Fall 2026’s Pressure Valve
USDA reports on-farm corn stocks up 16% from a year ago, while storage capacity growth has plateaued. Brock’s John Tuttle says commercial handlers are already asking where grain will go when harvest starts — and temporary storage can still be delivered in weeks, not months.
July 31, 2026 10:36 AM
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Retail Industry
Can Local Crop Stress Predict Global Ag Risk? Greenwing AI Thinks So
Greenwing AI says its first agricultural intelligence alert shows how satellite-based monitoring could detect crop stress before it is visible in the field.
July 31, 2026 10:11 AM
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New Products
Biostimulant Use Rises as Growers Demand Specific Claims and Local Proof
New Stratus data shows grower satisfaction and use are rising, but the category’s future may depend on realistic expectations, agronomic positioning and proof close to the farm.
July 29, 2026 09:48 AM
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The Scoop podcast hosts conversations with retailers and industry leaders on topics affecting ag retail today and in the future
Retail Industry
The Scoop Podcast: Ag Retail’s Washington Watch: Labor, EPA and Rail
Hunter Carpenter offers insight into the policy and regulatory issues dominating the conversation in Washington.
July 28, 2026 09:19 AM
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