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Founded in 2002, the company says its work is at the intersection of food science, data science and plant science.

The White House set a goal of producing 3 billion gal. of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2030. Senators say outdated climate data is keeping producers from reaching the finish line, but a new bill could change that.

The tentative agreement that's been reached with the West Coast longshoremen is of paramount importance for U.S. red meat, says USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. Here's why.

Drought continues to deepen its grip across the Corn Belt, with Iowa and Illinois seeing large jumps in the moderate and severe drought categories. Now, more of the U.S. corn and soybean crop is covered in drought.

“We are working to democratize geospatial insights for farming everywhere," says CEO Pieter Fossel.

What if you could accurately measure your silage pile inventory with a few clicks of a button? With today's drone technology, you can.

Representatives from global ag retailer peers in Brazil, Argentina and Canada will attend this year’s ARA Conference & Expo.

The Inflation Reduction Act is the most significant climate legislation ever enacted. The package includes more than $19 billion to support USDA conservation programs, but the money won't last forever.

Set to open in 2025, the Olathe, Kan., plant will further Walmart’s commitment to creating an end-to-end Angus beef supply chain.

The CPI for May shows egg prices experienced the largest monthly drop in 72 years, but the price consumers are paying for a dozen eggs is still well above average over the past 10 years.

Iowa State researchers find this is the state's highest level of farmland owned debt-free. In 1982, Iowa's debt-free land ownership was only 62%.

The new technology is designed to improve seedling vigor, boost root biomass and contribute to yield increases – up to 15% in corn and 12% in soybeans. It will be commercially available starting in 2024.

Last year the company said its payments totaled $9 million so far. 

Markets continue to digest / discount the shape of a recovery, which could ultimately be a “Stagflation No Landing” situation, at least during 2023.

We recently asked farmers what’s the most random thing they’ve found in their fields. Here are a few of the responses. 

Several factors converge making corn rootworm, black cutworm and true armyworm a high concern this season.

Sluggish exports continue to be the main theme in the grain markets with USDA cutting both old and new crop ending stocks. Arlan Suderman of StoneX Group says the bigger story moving forward might be soft corn demand.

Amy Asmus shares the value of coming together with peers across the industry as part of the Agricultural Retailers Association and more.

Ireland's Agriculture Minister has been looking into various ways to reduce methane emissions, including culling 200,000 cows over the next three years.

Although he’s motivated by treats and can charm just about anyone, don’t let this dog fool you. Sol is a highly driven beagle who plays a critical role in protecting U.S. agriculture.

On Thursday, forecasters issued an El Niño Advisory, meaning El Niño conditions are now present and expected to gradually strengthen into the winter.

Plenty of farmers started young, worked hard and found a path forward. Along the way, they learned from mistakes and celebrated successes. Farming is hard, but here's why those who have taken the road say it's worth it.

This comes amid word that Ukraine's ag output is expected to decline by 36% this year, compared to 2021.

Last week, 34% of the U.S. corn crop was covered in drought, and this week it jumped to 45%. The second crop conditions ratings of the season from USDA-NASS confirmed dryness is starting to deteriorate crop conditions.

National enrollment in ag and related science majors at two-year institutions grew 41% in Fall 2021. The Community College Ag Advancement Act aims to give these students more industry opportunities.

With much of the Upper Midwest processing capacity maxed out in terms of milk production, finding a new home for milk is not an easy task. This is causing dairy farms to dump milk due to the oversupply. 

These promotions are designed to enable the marketing group to continue to support the company’s rapid global growth.

The marketing agreement will begin Summer 2023, with Marion Ag providing a full suite of Pursell products to its customers in Q3 2023.

The Senate and House Ag committees are facing delays in drafting the next farm bill, and it is expected to be the most expensive farm bill to date, clocking in at around $1.5 trillion.

Ken Ferrie is seeing potassium deficiency in corn this season because of dry soil conditions. It's easy to confuse with a nitrogen deficiency and even the carbon penalty and ugly corn syndrome.

After consecutive years of drought, some areas of Texas are now breaking records for the wettest May ever. With most of their crop left to plant, it's forcing farmers to make some tough decisions and crop changes.

Upon reflecting on the recent Kansas City Federal Reserve Ag Symposium (May 23rd to 24th), we conclude that “the U.S. will be a major agriculture producer as long as we can keep our edge.”

The collaboration allows faster and more efficient market penetration of Precision Laboratories’ seed product portfolio via DEI’s distribution network and established track record.

Much of the eastern Corn Belt is currently experiencing drought. Dry conditions have been parked in the western region even longer. Low subsoil moisture is a concern, and short-term dryness is compounding the issue.

Who enforces Prop 12? Here's a look at California Department of Food and Agriculture's recent guidance titled "Questions and Answers Related to Pork Sales in the Wake of the 2023 Supreme Court Decision."

Bill 3372 could lower greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate factors leading to supply chain backlogs, reduce damage to roads, and provide an extra set of brakes to improve stopping capacity and safety, one lawmaker says.

The plant, to be built close to the company's existing site in Yorkshire, UK, will allow Yara to double the capacity of its YaraVita products when the facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2025

The Trimble Technology Labs will open during Autumn Semester 2023 and will provide students with access to Trimble technology solutions used by professionals in the agriculture, construction and geospatial industries.

The recent soil dust cloud catastrophe in central Illinois is a wake-up call from Mother Nature suggesting all of agriculture needs to implement more sustainable production practices. We owe it to future generations.

The area was hit especially hard by historic rains on Friday. It is home to several feedyards, with owners and operators trying to assess the number of cows lost due to flood waters rising so quickly.

Nestled in an old barn sat 8,000 mason jars filled with soil dating back to 1862. Now the plan is to revisit the 450 sampling locations spanning 21 million crop acres for insights into soil fertility and conservation.

Could Stagflation, Rather Than Recession, Happen Next?

Dow Inc. and New Energy Blue have announced a long-term supply agreement to produce bio-based ethylene from renewable ag residues, specifically corn stover.

Meat demand peaked last year, but economists say domestic demand is still stronger than pre-pandemic levels, and with more grilling this Memorial Day weekend, it could help boost domestic meat demand.

These changes signify GreenPoint's growth and progression since its inception nearly three years ago.

"The Court’s ruling today should provide the legal certainly necessary for ag retailers and their farmer customers," says Daren Coppock.

According to a person familiar with the matter, there is no certainty Viterra will be able to reach an agreement on the terms of a deal.

Despite the positive sentiment, local community bankers report concerns about lower commodity prices, the ‘big bank mess’ and another potential rate hike in June by the Fed.

Paul Schadegg, with Farmers National Company, shares his perspective on agricultural real estate demand, the impact of interest rates on the market and the outlook for land values later this year.

The agency recently launched a new initiative called Acres. Scientists plan for the data gathered through the program to help farmers with all kinds of decisions, from water use to what crops to plant and when.