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“When we can figure something out, come up with a solution, and then see it works with real yield data to show our decision made us money and we fixed an issue—that’s when it’s fun," says Jeff Kloucek.

The vice president of strategy role is in charge of identifying and refining corporate strategy as well as cross-selling within the company. 

Kyle Meece, agronomy manager at United Prairie, talks about how he is working to be two to three years ahead of other retailers.

Paul Bonnett joined Nutrien Ag Solutions in 2019 as senior director of agronomic solutions. He leads the company’s agronomy and environmental sciences efforts across North America and also manages Waypoint Analytical.

In early April, the companies confirmed they have discontinued discussions of potential synergies and opportunities. 

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"I have long believed growers need more effective and reliable environmentally sustainable crop protection alternatives and Invaio is well placed to deliver really groundbreaking novel solutions for growers," said O'Shea

Tom Snipes, former CEO of Plant Response, has been named the new leader of Custom Agronomics.

The agreement took effect on April 1 and will make Acadian and Acadian Organic products available to retail customers throughout 14 U.S. states.

Purdue's Ag Economy Barometer Index is up for March - something Jim Mintert says is a result of increased farmer optimism for the future.

This partnership is the largest retail agreement for Aqua-Yield in the continental United States and helps lend credibility to the company's wide range of nanotechnology products.

Consider these tips to ensure you’re complying with federal regulations when it comes to pesticide disposal.

With Steward Link’s background in federal, state and private funding opportunities and Taranis’ focus on technology, the companies share this partnership will help them better serve ag retailers and farmers. 

The distribution agreement focuses on Vestaron’s Spear Lep insecticide, which is a peptide-based control method meant to provide growers with a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional chemicals.

Tim Hushon, sustainability and technology director at The Mill, details how sustainability factors into their ag retail business and how to partner with farmers on the technology adoption required.

Sumitomo Chemical and Valent BioSciences have announced Pace International will become part of AgroFresh Solutions.

Grower Compass is a web interface that uses past data to help retailers better understand their customers and business opportunities.

As Chris Terris, VP and Global Head, Animal Agriculture & M&A Growth at Telus Agriculture & Consumer Goods, explains, this acquisition’s complexity led to how the integration unfolded. 

In the study, Iowa farmers, custom operators and farm managers shared their average pricing for common agricultural services such as tillage, spraying and fertilizer application.

Mike Steenhoek, executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition, shares what the collapse could mean for the supply chain.

WinField introduced the BioVerified program earlier this year to help bring clarity to the biological marketplace.

Hunter Carpenter says this was the most successful fly-in for ARA yet.

The new research center was completed in January of this year with building materials meant to improve light transmission, enhance thermal efficiency and increase the building's life expectancy.

Tyler Mitchell, agronomy account manager at River Valley Cooperative in Davenport, Iowa, details the daily complexities he and his team unravel for farmers as they serve as boots on the ground.

According to the company, the use of PhotoSeed technology has the potential to lower a crop’s carbon intensity score.

The disruption caused by the dicamba vacatur is unlikely to be the only hurdle ag retailers face this year. ARA has identified this year’s public policy priorities that will steer its grassroots advocacy efforts.

The new company will be called Novonesis, which means "a new beginning" - something they say is offered through their biology-based products.

Uncover industry trends in key ag retail roles with the results of The Scoop’s annual salary survey.

This acquisition provides wider market access for Adapt-N, the premier in-season nitrogen recommendation tool.

These smart farming trends and example products highlight greater efficiency, maximum yields and environmental stewardship.

The NewLeaf Symbiotics team says reluctance to try biologicals is often a result of feeling overwhelmed by the options available, making education key as the space continues to grow.

Find out who's been awarded Crop Consultant of the Year, QA of the Year and Researcher of the Year.

Both companies have existing initiatives to grow the biologicals market.

Millborn is increasing its footprint in the Western Plains with the addition of Luhrs Certified Seeds' production facilities.

The influence of one ag retailer propels multiple farms’ success, and the opportunity is further highlighted with this season’s growing challenges.

The industry had been buzzing of the news since late November 2023. 

Minerva is formulated to control Cercospora leaf spot (CLS), powdery mildew and Ramularia on sugar beets.

Reps. Jim Baird (R-Ind.) and Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.). have been recognized for their support of important agriculture issues.

“We are a high-impact, mission-driven, life-science company with three strong businesses, but we have four challenges that urgently must be addressed,” said Bill Anderson.

After burning for more than six days, the Smokehouse Creek Fire in the Texas Panhandle and western Oklahoma was only 15% contained Sunday morning. Drifting sand now poses a threat to rural roads.

Rick Rice, AMVAC director of application technology, says grant programs aren't meant to forever subsidize a particular practice, but instead act as a catalyst for new participants to see its benefits.

The companies share the partnership presented itself as a natural opportunity due to similar customer profiles and shared commitments. 

The company’s BioAgonomics project will focus on the connection between agronomic practices in crop production and the value provided by biologicals.

Experts are watching global dynamics to understand the input market’s longer-term outlook in the U.S. Among their top concerns are geopolitics, weather and low supply.

Northey was most recently CEO of the Agribusiness Association of Iowa and passed earlier this year on Feb. 5.

Joe Gednalske, CPDA director of education – adjuvant development, shares tips for responding to four common points of pushback.

There was a total of nine reported incidents in the U.S. last year – the same number as 2022. Those nine explosions led to 12 injuries with no fatalities.

Evan Fust says his team is ready to take on the challenges alongside their customers with a new go-to-market structure.

Alexandra (Alex) Dunn has a background in pesticide issues, chemical regulation, water quality, enforcement, litigation, environmental justice and community engagement.

D&M Chem was founded in 1997 by brothers Dee and Mathias Gargus. Both leaders will remain with the newly formed D&M division of The McGregor Company along with their 30 employees.