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Crop Protection Executives Offer Industry Outlook

Published March 5, 2021

As the crop protection sector adopts new technologies, work must be done to build consumer trust in the farm and food business. At a Commodity Classic roundtable discussion, BASF Vice President of U.S. Crop Protection Scott Kay said transparency is…

NAWG Advocates Voluntary Participation in Carbon Programs

Published March 5, 2021

As the Biden Administration and Congress consider climate change policies, National Association of Wheat Growers CEO Chandler Goule says the farm programs should begin as a voluntary effort. "We would never want to start any program being mandatory; ARC is…

Buffalo Lake Farmer Earns Conservation Award

Published March 5, 2021

The American Soybean Association has recognized four regional Conservation Legacy Awards. For the Upper Midwest Region, the honors have gone to Brian Ryberg of Buffalo Lake, Minnesota. Ryberg transitioned the farm to strip-till and cover crops six years ago. In…

Ag Equipment Industry Outlook Highlighted at Commodity Classic

Published March 4, 2021

The major ag equipment brands were represented in a virtual roundtable discussion at Commodity Classic. AGCO Vice President Bill Hurley addressed the customer’s 'right to repair.' Hurley said the issue is complicated by emissions and safety standards. "If something is…

Ag Leaders Kick Off Commodity Classic Opening Session

Published March 3, 2021

American Soybean Association President Kevin Scott, who farms at Valley Springs, South Dakota, spoke about the challenges seen with the pandemic. "One of our primary goals is to have face-to-face time with our legislators." Scott said the ASA adapted by…

The Virtual Commodity Classic Kicks Off on Tuesday

Published March 1, 2021

The 2021 Commodity Classic begins on Tuesday. This year, the digital event will feature executive roundtables and educational sessions on applicator trainings, a look at conservation’s impact on the bottom line and how to farm in a time of tight…

A New Format for ’21 Commodity Classic

Published October 30, 2020

The 2021 Commodity Classic, originally scheduled to take place in San Antonio, Texas, will now be a digital experience. The event is virtual due to COVID-19 restrictions. The Commodity Classic says the health and safety of attendees is important and…

Optimistic that Trade with China Will Pick Up

Published February 28, 2020

American Soybean Association President Bill Gordon remains optimistic that trade with China will pick up, but it might take a while. "It's never perfect, but if we can get these markets to respond positively, farmers will grow soybeans. We had…

ASA Honors Past Presidents

Published February 27, 2020

The American Soybean Association honored past presidents at their booth on the trade show floor at the Commodity Classic. "It's special this year. There are people here I haven't seen in a long time," says Past President Rick Ostlie. "They've…

NAWG Makes Budget Adjustments Ahead of FY21

Published February 27, 2020

Budgets, research and trade were the main topics for the National Association of Wheat Growers at Commodity Classic. CEO Chandler Goule says budget adjustments continue. "The industry itself is still hurting with low commodity prices. We also continue to see…

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Crop Protection Executives Offer Industry Outlook

NAWG Advocates Voluntary Participation in Carbon Programs

Buffalo Lake Farmer Earns Conservation Award

Ag Equipment Industry Outlook Highlighted at Commodity Classic

Ag Leaders Kick Off Commodity Classic Opening Session

The Virtual Commodity Classic Kicks Off on Tuesday

A New Format for ’21 Commodity Classic

Optimistic that Trade with China Will Pick Up

ASA Honors Past Presidents

NAWG Makes Budget Adjustments Ahead of FY21

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