The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-05-23
Gene-edited tomatoes could soon be sold in England
A bill is to be introduced in Parliament in two days' time to allow the commercial growing of gene-edited crops in England. Read more
Genetics Agriculture
2022-05-22
27 million tons of grain planned for export stuck in Ukraine
If ports remain blocked, a large number of grain producers may go bankrupt because they will be unable to sell grain. Read more
2022-05-20
Global food supply chain at risk from hackers
The growth of "smart" farm machinery is increasing the risk of hacking of food and farming systems. Read more
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2022-05-19
Wheat Tour Day 2: 37 bushels per acre
Second day of winter wheat tour finds ranges from 0 to 100 bushels per acre. Read more
2022-05-19
Wheat Tour Wrap: 39.7 bushels per acre
The 2022 Kansas wheat crop is projected to average 39.7 bushels per acre – down 19 bushels per acre from 2021. Read more
2022-05-18
Wheat Tour participants estimate 39.5 bushel crop in northern Kansas
Day 1 of the 2022 Winter Wheat Tour surveyed 248 fields in central and western Kansas. This could be some of the state’s best wheat. Read more
2022-05-18
Climate FieldView, RCIS partner to simplify crop insurance reporting
RCIS has a network of about 3,600 agents and does business across all 50 states. Read more
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2022-05-18
Davey calls for financial help for British farmers
British farmers are the best in the world and could play a "big part" in tackling the cost of living crisis, says Sir Ed Davey. Read more
2022-05-18
IRI, NPD Merger Creates Leading Data Analytics Provider
Together, IRI and NPD have deep sector knowledge, leading data assets and strategic retail relationships in more than 20 industries, including CPG, softlines, hardlines, beauty, technology,... Read more
software & technology supply chain visibility
2022-05-17
Syngenta Seedcare launches Victrato, a new seed treatment
Victrato contains Tymirium technology, a high-performance, low-dose active ingredient innovation, say Syngenta officials. Read more
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2022-05-17
Tesco gives £6.6m to pig producers following plea
The move follows a public letter to the supermarket giant claiming farmers would go out of business. Read more
Tesco Agriculture Swannington Pigs Welwyn Garden City
2022-05-17
Farm machinery exacting heavy toll on soil - study
Massive tractors and combine harvesters could be having a lasting impact on soil, a study suggests. Read more
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