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BASF: An Emphasis on Innovation

Published September 25, 2019

The recent history has been a time of significant change in the seed, crop protection and traits business . It was just over a year ago when BASF acquired assets from Bayer, including its seed business, seed treatment and a…

New Potato Fungicide Available for Potato Growers

Published August 23, 2019

As part of the Northern Plains Potato Growers Association’s annual field day, BASF highlighted a new potato fungicide called Provysol. BASF Technical Marketing Manager Steve Broscious says the fungicide will set a new standard for early blight control. It will…

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Don’t Forget to Check for Soybean Cyst Nematode

Published August 14, 2019

Soybean cyst nematode can be found across the Red River Valley. BASF Seed Treatment Technical Field Representative Troy Bauer says farmers should check for the pathogen with a soil test. "A lot of times farmers can have a 30 percent…

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New Canola and Wheat Projects in the Works from BASF

Published August 8, 2019

A new hybrid wheat breeding program is in the works. When BASF acquired Bayer, the company also took over hybrid wheat research. BASF seed adviser Trenton Bruner says to stay tuned for the new hybrids in the near future. "There…

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Canola Crop Showing Resilience

Published August 8, 2019

Canola was the focus at the BASF InVigor field day held in north central North Dakota near Bottineau. The condition of this year’s crop was a popular talking point among farmers and ag retailers gathered. BASF seed adviser Robert Haman…

Sharpen Can Help Speed Up Canola Harvest

Published August 8, 2019

Canola harvest is nearing for many farmers in the North Dakota and Minnesota. BASF Crop Protection business representative Scott Hammond says a harvest aid will help speed up the process. "Within the next week, the southern part of my territory…

BASF Canola Hybrids in the Works

Published August 8, 2019

The success of a canola crop starts with breeding and genetics. BASF is working on two new canola hybrids coming to the market next year. InVigor Canola Brand breeding agronomist says harvest-ability is still a top focus. "Farmers want to…

With New Dicamba Formulations, Adequate Coverage is a Must

Published August 1, 2019

Waterhemp continues to be a nuisance across the region. With the new dicamba formulations, like Engenia, BASF technical service representative Ken Deibert is emphasizing the importance of adequate coverage. That is important for the very large droplets coming out of…

Wheat Genome Consortium Now Includes BASF

Published July 23, 2019

BASF has joined the International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium. This group promotes innovation within wheat production.

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BASF: An Emphasis on Innovation

New Potato Fungicide Available for Potato Growers

Don’t Forget to Check for Soybean Cyst Nematode

New Canola and Wheat Projects in the Works from BASF

Canola Crop Showing Resilience

Sharpen Can Help Speed Up Canola Harvest

BASF Canola Hybrids in the Works

With New Dicamba Formulations, Adequate Coverage is a Must

Wheat Genome Consortium Now Includes BASF

More Options for Post Emergence Herbicide Application

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