Ag Business Articles
Novak: EPA Reviews Should be Timely and Based in Science
Published December 1, 2021
The Environmental Protection Agency continues to review the use of dicamba for the 2022 growing season. A decision was expected at the end of October and we’re still waiting. CropLife America President and CEO Chris Novak says this review must…Demand for Glyphosate Exceeds Supply
Published December 1, 2021
This situation began in August of 2020 when China was dealing with a flood. That was followed by freezing temperatures in Texas that shut down natural gas production and a hurricane that closed down a Bayer facility in the Gulf…Residuals to Fill the Gap
Published December 1, 2021
With glyphosate and glufosinate in short supply, a plan needs to be in place to fill that gap. "The use of residuals is going to be a big thing for us to make sure we get out ahead of the…Acreage Dependent Upon Geography
Published December 1, 2021
Due to market dynamics, many farmers have taken possession of fertilizer and crop protection products for next year. Dekalb Asgrow Area Business Manager Jeremy Frie said a large percentage of seed has also been booked. Acreage decisions are firming up…Soil Testing is a Must
Published December 1, 2021
After a drought, it is common to see higher residual nitrogen levels in the soil. Nutrien Marketing Representative Doug Sibbett says it is important to know what you have. "It is something you probably can't rely on for the entire…CNH Industrial Completes Raven Industries Acquisition
Published November 30, 2021
CNH Industrial finished its acquisition of Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based Raven Industries, a precision agriculture company. The first in-house products featuring fully integrated Raven precision agriculture systems will become available in 2022.Feast or Famine for Alfalfa Growers This Year
Published November 30, 2021
WinField United National Alfalfa Agronomist Randy Welch says conditions varied from east-to-west. "West of the Twin CIties was very, very dry and you go east of the Cities, we had fantastic rainfall and we have farmers with more than enough…Optimism for 2022
Published November 30, 2021
During a meeting with ag retailers Tuesday, BASF District Sales Manager Barry Rongen voiced optimism about the year ahead. "The soil moisture to begin the year in 2022 is way better than a year ago and I really believe growers…Investing in River Infrastructure
Published November 30, 2021
Soybean checkoff groups are willing to invest $1 million to offset pre-engineering and design work for a key lock and dam on the Upper Mississippi River. The existing locks were built in the 1930s and need maintenance and enhancements to…