The Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Institute at the University of Nebraska has announced a new executive director. Peter G. McCornick, an expert recognized internationally for his research in water, food, and the environment, will be taking the reins for the institute on September 1. Currently McCornick is serving as the deputy director general for the International Water Management … Read More
Reports Look Down for Corn Prices
While optimists hoped the increased demand for ethanol would help drive corn prices, the USDA reports say it won’t be enough to off-set other factors. Demand estimates are lower by 24 million bushels of corn, and ending stocks are higher by 25 million bushels. Production estimates remain unchanged from March. “U.S. corn farmers have indicated their intention to grow another … Read More
Ag Groups Urge Congress to Back TPP
More than 200 farm and food groups have come together to send a bipartisan letter to Speaker of the House, Paul Ryan; Minority Leader, Nancy Pelosi; Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell; and Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, regarding the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). The letter encourages Congress to finish the work of approving TPP in 2016. “If faithfully implemented, TPP will … Read More
CropX Gets Boost from Top Sensor Manufacturers
CropX has been one of the world’s most advanced adaptive irrigation services. Now they have announced that service will be going even further with new investment partners. The global leaders in sensor manufacturing, Robert Bosch Venture Capital GmbH (RBVC) and Flextechnology accelerator, Lab IX have signed on to accelerate product development and rapidly expand market adoption. CropX has also unveiled a … Read More
AgWired App Now Available for iOS
Never miss a thing with the newly updated AgWired App for iOS! The new platform will allow us to make easy changes and provides new application opportunities. You can find it in the iTunes store at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/agwired/id382820712?mt=8. “For the AgNerds out there, we have built a new backend on the app which allows it to actually be managed by AgWired itself,” … Read More
ASA Requests Pressure on EU to Approve Soybean Traits
The American Soybean Association (ASA) is pressing the administration to urge the European Commission to approve three biotech soybean traits. In a letter from the ASA to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman, the organization highlights the need for approval of Monsanto’s dicamba-resistant trait, Vistive Gold’s high-oleic soybeans, and Bayer CropScience’s isozaflutole-resistant soybean. Theses traits have … Read More
“Farmer Speaks Study” Highlights Grower Concerns
If you are reacting to low commodity prices in your operation this year, you are not alone. Bill Farmakis, President of J.L. Farmakis, recently spoke with AgWired about their “Farmer Speaks Study.” The results, Farmakis says, were striking. The study, conducted in February by Millennium Research, asked growers what they were thinking as they headed into the 2016 planting season. … Read More
Deere Launches Mobile RTK for North America
John Deere operators in hilly or tree-covered ground will rejoice to hear the news: the company is expanding its RTK differential correction selections with the new Mobile RTK Signal. This new system offers machine guidance and telematics via a cellular connection, meaning growers can get accurate and reliable guidance, even without the traditional line-of-sight requirement. “Machines equipped with a StarFire™ … Read More
Nominate a Future Giant of the Seed Industry
Seed World and the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) Future Seed Executives are looking for those poised to make an impact on the seed industry. The Future Giant is an award given to an early-career individual who is passionate about the seed industry. The award will be given at ASTA’s Annual Convention, June 18-22 in Portland, Oregon. The winner will … Read More
ClearAg Offers Soil & Tech Webinar
ClearAg is inviting growers to attend a live webinar on Thursday, April 21st. “Better Understanding Your Soil with Technology” will enlighten growers about the benefits of understanding soil moisture, soil temperature and having accurate soil analytics. ClearAg Sales Manager, Chad Weigel, will demonstrate how ClearAg can bring relevant soil information to your operation to help improve efficiency and profitability. Register now to … Read More