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Matthew J. Grassi

Former Machinery & Technology Editor, Farm Journal

Matthew Grassi is the former Machinery and Technology Editor for Farm Journal and AgWeb, covering farm machinery innovations and ag tech trends.

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University of Nebraska Professor Leads RNAi Research Targeting Western Corn Rootworm
Research underway at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is showing promise by targeting western corn rootworm genes with RNAi technology.
April 25, 2024 11:38 AM
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RhizeBio’s Doug Toal Talks Soil Microbiology, Ag Entrepreneurship With Top Producer
RhizeBio cofounder Doug Tole joins host Paul Neiffer for Episode 143 of the Top Producer Podcast.
April 24, 2024 02:50 PM
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5 Smart Farming Insights from America’s Largest Ag Publication
A recent Farm Journal Farm Country Update webinar took a deep dive into the data behind farmer’s technology adoption motivations and how ag marketers can reach early ag tech adopters.
April 24, 2024 10:51 AM
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Corn and Soybean Planting Progress 04-21-2024
Crop Progress Update: Planters Pick Up Steam Across Most States
Corn planting is now 2% ahead of the five year national average, while soybeans are currently 4% ahead, according to the April 22, 2024, USDA Crop Progress report.
April 23, 2024 07:12 AM
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CNH Industrial Names Gerrit Marx New CEO
CNH Industrial is appointing Gerrit Marx to the role of CEO, effective July 1, 2024. Marx will replace current CEO Scott Wine.
April 22, 2024 09:12 AM
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Drones: American Option Emerges Amid DJI Ban Saga
Anzu Robotics, an emerging U.S.-based commercial drone manufacturer, announces its entrance into the drone market with the launch of two enterprise aerial platforms.
April 22, 2024 08:46 AM
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John Deere Dream Job: Brock Purdy Leads Chief Tractor Officer Search
John Deere is seeking its first ever Chief Tractor Officer with a little help from a new friend - 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy.
April 17, 2024 03:33 PM
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Smart Firmer: What Is It, What Can I Do With The Data?
Unsure about soil conditions at planting? Smart Firmers can help with that.
April 17, 2024 12:17 PM
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Trace The Path: Spring Planter Setup Tips
A handful of planter manufacturer reps share several tips and lookouts to ensure the planter is working properly this spring.
April 15, 2024 09:08 AM
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Machinery News: U.S. Tractor Sales Spike, Heraud Departs Deere, Ag on the Mall Info
This week’s Machinery News covers U.S. and Canadian tractor and combine sales figures for March 2024, Jorge Heraud’s new role at Rootwave, and John Deere’s upcoming appearance in Washington D.C.
April 12, 2024 10:58 AM
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