The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-06-09
Evening Edition | Thursday, June 9, 2022
In tonight’s Evening Edition, read about potash production, the nomination for U.S. chief agricultural negotiator, and pressures on the dairy industry. Read more
2022-06-09
Traction, Climate FieldView connect so farmers can seamlessly share field records
"Reducing manual data entry and tying information back to your actual accounting numbers is our top priority," says Ian Harley, CEO of Traction. Read more
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2022-06-09
The Russia-Ukraine crisis presents threats to Nigeria’s food security, but potential opportunities for the fertilizer, energy sectors
Problems for a country that imports 99% of its wheat. Read more
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2022-06-08
Jacobs-Young wins Senate approval as USDA chief scientist
As undersecretary, Jacobs-Young will also be USDA’s chief scientist. Read more
2022-06-08
High commodity prices lure double-crop farmers — Survey
Nearly three of every 10 farmers with experience growing wheat and soybeans in one season say they will sow more winter wheat this fall, said a Purdue University poll on Tuesday. Read more
2022-06-08
Evening Edition | Wednesday, June 8, 2022
In tonight's Evening Edition, read about the hurricane season outlook, challenges facing the pork industry, and double-cropping winter wheat this fall. Read more
2022-06-08
Report: Chesapeake Bay's health making gains; Pa. still needs to meet its clean-up commitments
A new report by the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science says the Chesapeake Bay’s health has slightly improved but still falls short of meeting government commitments. Read more
2022-06-08
Agoro Carbon Alliance distributes more than $9 million in first year
The company focuses on improved management practices to sequester carbon and dedicated support throughout the growing season. Read more
2022-06-08
Verdesian and 3Bar Biologics form biological partnership
Arrangement will help companies work toward complementary nutrient and biocontrol technologies, say company officials. Read more
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2022-06-08
World Pork Expo kicks off with overview of pork industry issues
From labor shortage to sustainability, the pork industry faces several challenges. Read more
2022-06-07
Evening Edition | Tuesday, June 7, 2022
In tonight's Evening Edition, read about farmers' crop progress across the states, a Russian attack on a Ukrainian ag commodities terminal, and Brazil's grain crop. Read more
2022-06-07
Keeping the crop stress away
XtremeAg’s Kelly Garrett, Matt Miles, and Kevin Matthews spend the week focused on getting their crop through heat stress, heavy rain, and increased weed pressure. Read more