Crops Articles
E15 is an Answer to Higher Pump Price
Published March 30, 2022
Corn growers have called on President Biden to tap homegrown renewable fuels to lower fuel prices. North Corn Growers Association President Rob Hanson says E15 is the best option. "Back in 2021, the court decision, which was pushed by the…AMVAC-BASF Collaboration
Published March 30, 2022
AMVAC and BASF announced a collaboration to develop Rhizo-Flo granular soybean inoculant. This product will be used as part of the SIMPAS application system.EPA Will Allow MN and SD Growers to Use Enlist Products
Published March 29, 2022
After reviewing proposed label changes from Corteva, the EPA changed its mind about banning the use of Enlist One and Enlist Duo in counties across the country. The EPA will now allow applicators to use Enlist One and Enlist Duo…Planting Wheat? Don’t Forget to Evaluate Sprouting Data
Published March 29, 2022
University of Minnesota Extension Wheat Breeder Jim Anderson says the farmers who are looking at new wheat varieties should look at the heading date and pre-harvest sprouting data. "On a one to nine scale, most of our materials evaluated in…Synthetic Fertilizers an Option for Spring Fieldwork
Published March 28, 2022
Farmers may still need to secure key inputs, like fertilizer, this spring. Pivot Bio Vice President of Product Development Ernie Sanders says synthetic fertilizers are an option. "Pivot Bio PROVEN 40 delivers biological fertilizer and we're doing our best to…Weed Resistance Cannot be Ignored
Published March 28, 2022
With the stress seen throughout the supply chain, UPL Strategic Marketing Manager James Coday is urging farmers to take a fresh look at their crop inputs. However, weed resistance cannot be ignored. "Look at different options and think about it…Preparation is the Key to Every Growing Season
Published March 28, 2022
WinField United Services Adoption Manger Andrew Laney says that planning is more important than ever. "We've always got a Plan A and a Plan B. This year, I think we need to have a Plan C and D, too." With…Alfalfa Hay Production is Trending Lower
Published March 28, 2022
Livestock Marketing Information Center Director Katelyn McCullock says the hay market has been shaped by the drought and declining acres. Compared to one year ago, alfalfa hay prices are running about 20 percent higher this marketing year. McCullock says the…Trade Expects More Corn and Less Soybeans
Published March 28, 2022
USDA will release quarterly grain stocks and planting intentions report Thursday. The average trade estimate for corn acreage is 92 million acres. That compares to 93.4 million acres last year. Soybean acreage is expected to be 88.9 million which is…