INDUSTRY DIRECTORY
June 30, 2021
New Products, News

RCIS Connects with John Deere Operations Center

The move allows for seamless and more accurate and secure crop insurance reporting.
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June 30, 2021
News

Thota Named President of FMC U.S.

Pramod Thota has been appointed president of FMC U.S. He will lead the commercial strategy and own P&L responsibility for the company’s U.S. crop business.
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June 30, 2021
News
Hannah Ashton

Heat Wave's Impact on Idaho Ag

As the Magic Valley region in southern Idaho prepares for potentially record-setting heat this week, farmers, potato researchers and dairy scientists are all voicing concerns.
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June 30, 2021
News

Michigan Sugar Company Crowns 2021 Sugar Queen, Court

Ally Kemp of Unionville crowned 2021 Michigan Sugar Queen
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June 28, 2021
News

Betaseed Awards Scholarships to Idaho FFA Students

In June 2021, Betaseed awarded scholarships totaling $2,000 to Idaho FFA scholarship winners Taylor Newey and Jarrett Mink.
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June 28, 2021
Feature
Jon Topham

Celebrating Sustainable Solutions

The Irrigation Association’s Smart Irrigation Month is a perfect opportunity to increase awareness of the value of efficient irrigation.
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June 28, 2021
News

Ag Groups Applaud Senate Passage of Growing Climate Solutions Act

The bipartisan act would help farmers, ranchers and forest landowners reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build climate resilience through voluntary, market-driven programs. It passed the Senate by a vote of 92-8, with House passage pending.
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June 25, 2021
Feature, New Products

Tender, Loving Care

Some last-minute early-season pivot TLC will boost your farm’s ROI this season.
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June 21, 2021
Feature, New Products
Valley Irrigation

Dependably Innovative

Sustainability and knowledge through trusted irrigation technology
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June 20, 2021
News

Nutrient Stewardship is Vital for Success in 2021

As summer quickly approaches, farmers can still improve efficiencies and make the most of their valuable resources by tailoring their fertility programs.
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June 18, 2021
New Products

New Product: Montag 2208 Dry Fertilizer System

Kuhn North America introduces the Montag 2208 dry fertilizer system. The 2208 is equipped with two 50-cubic-foot tanks and is available for four-, six- and eight-row three-point mounted machines.
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June 17, 2021
New Products, News

Syngenta Research Sites Showcase Cutting-Edge Tech

Grow More Experience and Agronomy in Action sites showcase an expanded crop management portfolio through in-person events and product trials
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June 17, 2021
Feature
Courtney Gaine, President & CEO, The Sugar Association

Food Science 101: Summer Treats

Not just a sweetener: Sugar’s many roles in s’mores and ice cream
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June 16, 2021
News

Crop Insurance Basics: Risk Mitigation and Risk Management

Risk mitigation and risk management are two sides of the same coin when it comes to improving agricultural outcomes and promoting climate-smart decisions.
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June 16, 2021
Feature
Phillip Hayes, ASA

What's in a Sugar Crop?

U.S. sugar farmers are some of the world’s most sustainable producers.
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June 15, 2021
Feature, New Products

Trucks & Trailers Buyers' Guide

The trucks, bulk beds and trailers in use on today’s farms are a testament to the wonders of modern engineering. Hopefully you’ll find something in our buyers' guide that will help on your operation.
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June 15, 2021
News

UPL Hires Strategic Accounts Lead

UPL North America announces the addition of Matt Lewis as U.S. strategic accounts lead for seed and soil health.
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June 14, 2021
Feature, News
Luther Markwart, Executive Vice President, ASGA

Changes Ahead?

How do proposed responses to climate change and infrastructure affect farmers?
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June 14, 2021
Below the Surface
Tyrell Marchant, editor

Leather Eulogy

The quiet reliability of old, boring things
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June 12, 2021
News

Remote Sensors Make it Safer to Store Sugarbeets

Alberta researchers hope to develop an aeration system that can automatically respond to temperature changes in the pile during winter
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June 11, 2021
News
Julia Meehan, Managing Editor for Fertilizers, Independent Commodity Intelligence Services

Fertilizer Markets Boom on Mixed Fundamentals

International fertilizer markets are currently experiencing an unseasonal boost in prices and demand, with some prices hitting historical highs.
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June 11, 2021
News

Water Rule Reversal a Blow to Agriculture

American Farm Bureau Federation president Zippy Duvall commented this week on the EPA’s announcement of its intention to reverse the Navigable Waters Protection Rule.
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June 10, 2021
News

Ag Economy Barometer Declines Sharply

The Ag Economy Barometer declined 20 points in May to the lowest barometer reading since September 2020. Producers were less confident about their farms’ financial performance than a month earlier.
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June 09, 2021
News

Agriculture Groups Urge Senate Action on Ag Labor Reform

Two hundred eighty-eight agricultural organizations representing the geographic and commodity diversity of our nation’s farmers yesterday urged immediate Senate action to develop and pass legislation addressing agricultural labor reform.
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June 09, 2021
New Products, News

Sentera Secures Funding to Deliver AI-Powered Decision Support

Investment enhances the company's position as a provider of time sensitive insights that optimize decisions and improve outcomes for stakeholders throughout the agricultural supply chain.
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June 09, 2021
New Products, News

New Smart Soil Technology for Kuhn Krause Excelerator XT 8010

Kuhn North America, Inc. introduces Smart Soil Technology for the Kuhn Krause Excelerator XT 8010. Available as an option on all folding models, this system revolutionizes the way operators control their Excelerator vertical tillage system.
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June 08, 2021
News

USDA to Invest More Than $4 Billion to Strengthen Food System

Investments intends to support Biden administration’s effort to strengthen critical supply chains
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June 07, 2021
New Products

New Product: Kuhn Krause Gladiator 1210

Kuhn North America introduces the new ST-PRO II strip-till row unit with features aimed at improving the performance and user comfort of the industry-leading Kuhn Krause Gladiator.
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June 07, 2021

Impacts of Carbon Sequestration on Soil Health

Soil scientist Hal Collins at the ARS Grassland Soil and Water Research Laboratory in Temple, Texas, talks about the impacts of retaining carbon in soil.
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June 07, 2021
News

When Do You Need a Land Appraisal?

Most people only encounter the word “appraisal” a few instances in their lifetime. This raises the question, “When is an appraisal needed?”
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June 04, 2021
News

Farmers Are Key to Global Supply Chain Resilience

Cargill CEO addresses farmers' role in sustainability at NFGA convention
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June 03, 2021
New Products, News

New Product: Soiltech Sensor

The Soiltech Sensor is a wireless soil moisture, temperature, humidity, GPS location and impact monitoring sensor.
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June 03, 2021
News
Annie Deckey

Farm Labor Law Passes Colorado Senate

A proposed Colorado labor law, which includes sections on overtime pay and the use of hand-weeding, has passed the Colorado Senate and will be heard by the House State, Civic, Military & Veterans Affairs Committee June 3.
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June 02, 2021
News

Ag World Support Systems Invites Industry to Ag World Golf Classic

Ag World Support Systems will host the 8th Annual Ag World Golf Classic next week.
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June 01, 2021
News
Richard McDonough

Japanese-American Beet Farmers Played Vital Role in WW2

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