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In 2023, the U.S. imported nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium fertilizer products valued at more than $10 billion, and of that more than half came from Canada.
With a career focusing in nutrient management, earlier this winter Tom Snipes became CEO of fertilizer breakout company Ostara as it continues to expand the footprint with its Crystal Green fertilizer.
China retaliated swiftly on Tuesday with 10% to 15% retaliatory levies impacting $21 billion worth of U.S. agricultural and food products, moving the world’s top two economies a step closer toward an all-out trade war.
The short answer is beekeepers, researchers, scientists and a multi-organizational working group that includes Project Apis m., the American Beekeeping Federation and the American Honey Producers Association don’t know — yet.
Under the direction of Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, USDA is ready to roll out a number of programs that have been on hold pending review, and she’s pushing Congress to get to work on finishing a new farm bill.
Would the government punish a rural town of 56 people for draining water to ensure ambulance access for its residents?
Retired Farm Credit Services of America CEO Doug Stark gives his advice for building your organization’s culture.
The company says this will be its largest field-trial program to date, giving farmers the opportunity to see the performance of industry leading products in their own fields.
Farmers Edge Laboratories has conducted over 7 million soil tests and now ag retailers and industry professionals can access the same services.
Having a soil pH in the neutral to 6.8 range across corn acres can help growers get the best performance from their fertility program — achieving higher yields with better ROI.
The technology, which the company says is designed to maximize the output of every input, consists of a single cab-mounted camera system that offers multi-season uses.
ARA updated Model Fertilizer Contract with ARA member Faegre Drinker to empower the ag retail industry to better manage risk, collect e-signatures, and outline consistent terms and conditions for dealing with fertilizer suppliers or customers.
Steady investment in ‘green’ biofuels has promised new market demand for farmers and ethanol producers, but will that continue in 2025?
Investing in employee development is just as important as investing in equipment. By building a skilled and engaged workforce, farmers can boost efficiency, retention, and long-term success.
Syngenta is continuing to grow its biologicals division with the recent acquisition of certain Novartis technologies.
Landus needed help getting its e-commerce platform, Conduit, off the ground. Farmers Edge saw an opportunity and pounced. Six weeks later, the hay was in the barn.
A nationwide survey of beekeepers has revealed catastrophic honeybee colony losses across the U.S., with commercial operations reporting an average loss of 62% between June 2024 and February 2025.
USDA’s first acreage estimate shows farmers could plant more corn acres this year, but fewer soybean and cotton acres.
The updates and new releases span a wide breadth of row crop solutions, including combines, planters, sprayers, tractors, tillage tools and precision technology.
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins confirms those payments will be released before the March 21 current deadline in an exclusive interview with Farm Journal on Thursday morning. She also outlined the timing of the $1 billion just announced to combat avian flu.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services has some farmers wondering—will he be a champion for real dairy or a source of controversy? With his strong support for whole milk but a divisive stance on raw milk, his impact on the industry is still up for debate.
With the goal to provide an all-in-one platform to manage farm operations and finance, Bushel Farm will include a digital wallet with the ability to enable an interest bearing account.
President Trump says tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico will now take effect on April 2, 2025.
Temperatures are expected to be higher next week, and dry conditions are likely to continue in the western Corn Belt. Concerns are building over what lies ahead for spring planting and early crop growth.
Todd Robran, Chief Commercial Officer at Growers Edge says fintech, such as Growers Edge tools, can be used to help retailers interact with their farmer customers.
The plan, announced by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, dedicates up to $500 million to help poultry producers implement biosecurity measures and up to $400 million in financial relief for farmers whose flocks are affected by avian flu.
Catch up on these recent updates from Bushel, Agworld and AgGateway.
The look at corn and soybean acreage under current conditions will be among the key focal points during the event, but it will also be key to see how USDA paints an export outlook with so much uncertainty surrounding tariffs and trade.
House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-Pa.) has received one of ARA’s annual Legislator of the Year awards. Here’s how he’s been supporting ag retailers.
U.S. Representative David Rouzer (R-NC) is being honored with one of ARA’s annual Legislator of the Year awards. Find out how he’s supported ag retailers.