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PTx Trimble Announces Next Generation of Landforming Solutions With WM-FieldForm
WESTMINSTER, Colo. – PTx Trimble, formed earlier this year by AGCO and Trimble, today introduced WM-FieldForm, its next-generation water solution for complex landforming, grading, leveling and terracing projects. The system is designed to help farmers control water movement into, out of and within fields, promising impressive efficiency and crop yield benefits. WM-FieldForm provides single-scraper control for…
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What’s New for Next Year’s Planting with BASF
The 2024 National Association of Farm Broadcasters Convention brought together agricultural communicators and industry leaders from across the nation. Farm Broadcaster Corryn La Rue was there and spoke with Bill Backhaus, Midwest agronomist with BASF to discuss the upcoming year. Here’s that conversation. Q: Bill, tell me a little bit about what’s going on today.…
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Corn and Wheat Hold Risk Premium, While Soybeans Slide
Corn and Wheat Hold Risk Premium, While Soybeans Slide Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Propane powering the farm
An industry expert says advances in technology are bringing more uses for propane to the farm. Mike Newland, director of agriculture business development with the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), says irrigation systems are a prime example. “They’re bringing a new, heavier built engine to the marketplace that will be used in irrigation.” He…
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Farms hiring and paying more
The USDA says farmers and ranchers hired more employees in October and paid them more compared to last year. According to the department’s latest Farm Labor Survey, wages in October were up two percent from last year and the number of hired workers was up three percent to 797,000. The results will be used to set…
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Cattle Chat: Strategy for Increasing Feed Efficiency for Cows
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Many people add such supplements as vitamins, minerals, probiotics and botanicals to their diet for a variety of reasons, but often it is to maintain or improve their health. Feed additives are also incorporated in cattle diets with a similar end goal, say the experts at the Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle…
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Trumponomics 2.0
LINCOLN, Neb. — With President Trump’s victory in the recent election, economists and others are pondering what his second term might mean for the U.S. economy. “Trumponomics 2.0”, the term used to describe President Trump’s potential economic policies by The Economist’s U.S. economics editor Simon Rabinovitch, could have mixed results for the U.S. and global…
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Algeria bought South American corn in tender, volume unclear, traders say
Algeria bought South American corn in tender, volume unclear, traders say Business Recorder
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How Syngenta is teaching the world new ways to farm
How Syngenta is teaching the world new ways to farm GreenBiz
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MetGen integration with NewEnergyBlue will create full array of biochemicals refined from agricultural waste
MetGen integration with NewEnergyBlue will create full array of biochemicals refined from agricultural waste World Bio Market Insights
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Hundreds of agriculture lobbyists flock to COP29, analysis reveals
Hundreds of agriculture lobbyists flock to COP29, analysis reveals Euronews
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50th Annual Harvest Bowl Program Celebrates NDSU Athletes and Agriculturists
FARGO, N.D. — The 50th annual Harvest Bowl program at North Dakota State University was held Nov. 15 and 16. Each year, the Harvest Bowl program recognizes the dedication and hard work of outstanding agriculturists in 53 counties in North Dakota and 10 counties in western Minnesota, awards scholarships to deserving student-athletes and celebrates an…
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Consumer Advisory: State Officials Urge Residents to Make Informed Decisions When Purchasing Raw Milk
HARTFORD, Conn. — State officials from Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) and Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) are urging consumers to be aware of the potential risks associated with consumption of raw milk. Raw milk can carry harmful bacteria or viruses that may pose serious health risks. If you choose to purchase and…
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NASDA CEO confident in U.S.-Mexico trading relationship
Brownfield stock photo: NASDA CEO Ted McKinney (left) speaks with Brownfield’s Brent Barnett at the 2023 NASDA Annual Meeting in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The CEO of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture says he’s not concerned about the future of the country’s trading relationship with Mexico. Ted McKinney tells Brownfield that’s despite an ongoing…
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Mexico’s Push for Self-Sufficiency in Dry Bean Production May Reduce U.S. Imports
Mexico’s Push for Self-Sufficiency in Dry Bean Production May Reduce U.S. Imports Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Which grain market strategies work in a down market?
Which grain market strategies work in a down market? Farm Progress
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High hopes for year-round E-15 in lame duck
Industry leaders have high hopes that the current lame duck session of Congress will see action on legislation enacting nationwide year-round E-15. John Fuhr, director of government affairs with Growth Energy, says proposals in both chambers have far-reaching support. “You have a new coalition that’s kind of formed together.” He says, “Where you have a…
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India and Australia join hands to introduce fresh opportunities in Agriculture & Allied Sectors
India and Australia join hands to introduce fresh opportunities in Agriculture & Allied Sectors Agro Spectrum India
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Central Illinois farmer wraps up record harvest
A central Illinois farmer says it was a record year on his farm. Ron Kindred, who farms in Logan County, says his operation wrapped up harvest in just 31 days. “Had the best soybean yields we’ve ever had.” He says, “Corn was not the best, but close to the best we’ve ever had, so very,…
