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McPlant Burger Coming to a Drive-up Window Near You
Published February 26, 2021
Beyond Meat, which produces plant-based meat substitutes, has announced major supply agreements. One of the deals names Beyond Meat as the preferred supplier for a new plant-based burger at McDonald's. Plant-based menu items are also being developed for KFC, Pizza…New Bayer Crop Science Leadership
Published February 25, 2021
Dr. Jacqueline Applegate has been promoted to President of Bayer Crop Science North America. In this role, Applegate will be responsible for the commercial performance of the Crop Science Division, including the consumer Roundup business. Additionally, Dr. Jeremy Williams is…From Ag Educator to Ag Businessman
Published February 25, 2021
Based at Jamestown, North Dakota, AgCountry Farm Credit Services Senior Insurance Specialist Jason Rohr didn’t pursue a career in agribusiness while attending college at North Dakota State University. "I decided I wanted to be an FFA advisor and teach agriculture…New Three-Point Mounted Strip-Till System Comes to Market
Published February 25, 2021
Environmental Tillage Systems is releasing a new three-point mounted strip-till system called SoilWarrior Edge. Operators can make adjustments easily from the tractor cab, such as switching from 12 to 16 rows or changing the row unit down pressure.MN Legislature Considers a 15% Ethanol Standard
Published February 25, 2021
The bill was laid over by the House Agriculture Committee for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill. Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish testified for the bill, saying the current ten percent ethanol requirement is good for the state. "When…Two MN-Based Dairy Co-ops Are Working Together
Published February 25, 2021
Associated Milk Producers Incorporated and First District Association have formed a jointly-owned Common Marketing Agency. AMPI Chairman Steve Schlangen said it makes sense to work together to get a better return for their members and better utilize their manufacturing capacity.…Made in America
Published February 25, 2021
Crystal Farms will be able to use AMPI’s ‘Co-op Crafted’ logo. This logo guarantees the cheese was produced and sourced from American dairy farmers. The announcement was made during the AMPI virtual annual meeting.Bayer Recaps the Past Year
Published February 25, 2021
In Bayer’s annual financial report, the company reported its agricultural business increased sales by 1.3 percent. Latin America and the Asia/Pacific regions are credited for the increase, while declines were seen in the North American market. Sales growth worldwide was…Rally Results in a Unique Marketing Strategy in Brazil
Published February 25, 2021
With the current market, some Brazilian farmers are defaulting on forward sales and selling the same beans in the spot market. By not delivering the beans, these farmers are penalized. However, soybean stocks are so low the farmers can make…