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Precedent-setting mandates are coming at ag from all angles, undermining freedom of farmers. These regulations aren’t based on science. They aren’t based on experience. Many argue they aren’t based on a shred of truth.
Ted McKinney, NASDA CEO, led the climate conversation with a diverse list of speakers. From wildfires to water quality, each corner of the nation spoke to their state’s ag adversity, and their work in overcoming it.
Canada’s Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr, who mediated the talks, said normal operations will continue at CP during the arbitration period.
The Scoop podcast is featuring interviews with our 40 Under 40 awardees.
The company said: “More than two weeks have passed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. From the outset, we have utterly condemned this brutal aggression against a sovereign country.”
“MBI and Bioceres have a shared culture of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. With complementary R&D capabilities, the combination unlocks many additional possibilities.”
In 2021, the agency reported it received 3,500 dicamba-related incident reports, including approximately 711 incidents in Minnesota and 528 incidents in Iowa.
Brett Bruggeman highlights how WinField United is eyeing the changes to be made to prepare for the future.
On March 10, the membership of Progressive Ag Cooperative approved its unification with MKC by a majority of 85%. Progressive Ag Cooperative and MKC will officially unite on May 16, 2022.
Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie shares his recommendations for early-planted soybeans — with the goal of getting the plants to flower before the summer solstice on June 21.
It is clear the current administration sees the USDA and its influence over domestic agriculture as critical to fight climate change. What is not so clear is the definition of a “climate-smart” commodity.
Patrick Ligon, a crop advisor in Good Hope, Illinois, with Simplot Grower Solutions, shares his favorite part of his job is when a farmer reaches their yield goals, and how others have served as great mentors.
Barrett Rowsey, a sales agronomist at Mid-South Farmers Co-Op, joins the podcast to talk about the year ahead and how he says it is “crucial to stay in front of the people you want to sell to.”
Sometimes change stems from major events in our life and our farm that fundamentally shift your mindset.
IFCA shares that Ron’s lifelong passion and commitment to the industry will be remembered.
The Pesticide Stewardship Alliance (TPSA) held its annual conference virtually in February and Jay Mirsky, Avalon Associates, received the President’s Award from Kimberly Gilbert.
For retailers looking to be on the forefront as trusted advisers, this leading-edge technology adoption will exhibit your commitment to the future. Even at lower product volumes perhaps.
Hot-button issues in agriculture and rural America are sometimes subject to filters via message and messenger, contends Chris Gibbs.
With the Energy Business Unit, ag retailers can provide all energy customers (agriculture, commercial, and residential) with centralized, on-demand, account management.
The Pesticide Stewardship Alliance (TPSA) held its annual conference virtually in February and presented the Program Innovation Award to the University of Illinois Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) Team
Founded in 2000, the organization includes governmental agencies, educational and research institutions, public organizations, private corporations and individuals actively involved in pesticide stewardship.
“Before the war with Ukraine, the President encouraged Russia to produce more oil to help us lower the price at the pump,” says U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-KS). “That’s so hypocritical.”
We could be headed for a volatile year – or more – in both ag commodities and energy. Here are just a few reasons for strong prices.
With Randy Wright’s retirement, the Marcus Construction team welcomes Jeff Speckman to fill the Business Development position and take over Randy’s territory.
OreGro’s proprietary cool-season forage grass, forage legume, turfgrass, cover crop, and small grain varieties are now offered exclusively through DLF and its distribution partners in the U.S. and abroad.
With the U.S. on the back end of COVID-19 and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine unraveling, USTR Katherine Tai says her office is currently focused on three themes: resilience, sustainability and competition.
Based on the National Weather Service North Central River Forecast Center’s latest forecast, there is a 90% chance that the Red River will exceed the major flood stage this spring.
Sorghum Producers Squash Food Vs. Fuel Debate As White House Weighs Waiving Ethanol Blending Mandate
A new Reuters report indicates the White House is exploring a solution that would remove Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) blending requirements for ethanol to help soften increasing food prices.
Drought covering the continental U.S. grew by 2 points this week, now covering nearly 60% of the country. As the drought grips the Wheat Belt and key areas for cattle production, it’s creating concern for 2022.
UPDATE: 03/02 4:23 pm-EST-There are reports a missile struck a vessel flying under the flag of Bangladesh in Ukraine.