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ONE SMART SPRAY
Published April 27, 2023
The joint venture between Bosch and BASF known as Bosch BASF Smart Farming has announced a new brand name. The ONE SMART SPRAY brand integrates precision, digital and agronomic intelligence into one weed control system. This camera-based system detects weeds…A Farm Bill for the Farmer, by the Farmer
Published April 27, 2023
The farm leaders facing the House Agriculture subcommittee Wednesday focused on the importance of crop insurance and a strong farm safety net. National Corn Growers Association President Tom Haag, who farms at Eden Valley, Minnesota, was asked about his biggest…Education Needed
Published April 27, 2023
During Wednesday's House Agriculture subcommittee hearing, Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn ‘G.T.’ Thompson asked farmers to educate members of Congress about the importance of the farm bill. "We've got a significant number, over half of the members of Congress have not been…House Approves Debt Ceiling Bill
Published April 27, 2023
The House passed a debt ceiling bill this past week with a narrow margin of 217-to-215. An amendment was included to protect certain biofuel tax credits. The bill now goes to the Senate where passage is doubtful.Profits Decline for Pilgrim’s Pride
Published April 27, 2023
Quarterly profits for Pilgrim's Pride totaled $5 million. That compares to $280 million during the same quarter last year. The company cited higher costs for labor, fuel and feed. Pilgrim's Pride is the second largest chicken processor in the United…Charney Accepts White House Job
Published April 27, 2023
Alyssa Charney is the new White House director for lands and climate smart agriculture. Previously, Charney was the chief of staff at the Natural Resources Conservation Service.Best of NAMA
Published April 27, 2023
During the National Agri-Marketing Association Conference in St. Louis, the Idaho Potato Commission was named the Best of NAMA Grand Champion. EvansHardy + Young is the agency responsible for this public relations campaign. Purina Animal Nutrition received the Best of…Syngenta Group Releases Quarterly Financial Report
Published April 27, 2023
The Syngenta Group finished the first quarter with sales of over $9 billion, a three percent improvement over last year. In North America, crop protection sales rose 22 percent. North American seed sales increased three percent. Prices moved higher to…HPAI Threat Coincides with Spring Migration
Published April 26, 2023
A case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was confirmed in a turkey flock in Dickey County, North Dakota. Deputy State Veterinarian Beth Carlson says poultry producers need to be extra cautious with the spring migration in full swing. "All reported…