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China Approves Gene-Edited Wheat
Published May 9, 2024
The Chinese government has approved its first gene-edited wheat variety. This is a disease-resistant variety that is being grown for the food market. The agriculture ministry also approved a new biotech corn with herbicide and insect-resistant traits and a high-yielding…Dairy Consensus
Published May 9, 2024
The United States and Mexico have renewed their commitment to work together on mutually beneficial dairy policies. This agreement calls for improving trade relations between the two countries, promoting dairy consumption and defending common food names. The National Milk Producers…Milk Price Recovery Moderates, But Remains Positive
Published May 9, 2024
The Rabobank quarterly dairy report forecasts global milk production to expand modestly in the third quarter. Low feed costs are expected to improve margins at the farm level. Global dairy demand will likely increase slowly in the second half of…A Joint Regulatory Plan for Biotechnology
Published May 9, 2024
USDA, EPA and Food and Drug Administration have issued a joint plan to streamline and clarify regulations for biotechnology. A whole-government approach includes oversight of biotech crops, animals and microorganisms.Rounds Seeks Ban on Electronic ID Mandate
Published May 9, 2024
South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds has introduced legislation to block USDA’s mandate for electronic identification ear tags on interstate cattle shipments. R-CALF USA praised the bill, saying it preserves the rights for farmers and ranchers to choose the ear tags…Stump Joins Workforce Council
Published May 9, 2024
National FFA Organization CEO Scott Stump has been appointed to the National Workforce Readiness Council board of directors. NWRC was created by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to focus on workforce development, training and advocacy.Pioneer Agronomy Update
Published May 9, 2024
With cool soil conditions and the off-and-on again showers, there are questions about tightening up maturities. In the latest Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Larry Lunder has the answer. "In data collected from 2012 to 2023 would say do…A Great Window of Opportunity for Corn
Published May 8, 2024
Planters were parked for a portion of this past week due to rain delays. "The first two inches of rain we had were much needed, we had soils in very dry condition," said Pat Radermacher, district sales manager, AgriGold. "The…Planting Pushes Forward
Published May 8, 2024
Early-season crops are off to a nice start. "There's a lot of good-looking wheat fields and the beet acres in the southern part of the (Red River) Valley are about 98 percent complete," said Vicki Dekkers, regional manager, Vive Crop…