#Plant16 is moving ahead and the National Corn Growers Association is getting their yearly National Corn Yield Contest underway as well. Participants in this year’s contest can register now through June 30th to save on entry fees. The early-bird fee is only $75, promising to save growers money for taking the time to register sooner rather than later. “We are … Read More
ICPA Conference Registration is Now Open
The 13th International Conference on Precision Agriculture (ICPA) is coming to St. Louis, Missouri from July 31 to August 3, 2016. The event will take place at Union Station and includes presentations from scientists around the world. A program outline is now available and registration has begun. The conference will kick-off with a reception in the hotel, followed Monday evening … Read More
NCGA Launches Photo Contest
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is calling on photographers to help tell the story of farming field corn in America through photos in the third annual Fields-of-Corn Photo Contest. This contest intends to help capture high-resolution photos of corn growth from seed to harvest, as well as the families that grow it. The contest is officially open, and interested … Read More
Register Now for CTIC Conservation in Action Tour
This year’s Conservation in Action Tour will be hosted by the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) in Idaho’s Treasure Valley. Dates are August 23 and the 24th and reservations may be made online or by phone at (765) 494-9555. Historic Boise, Idaho is first on the list. Then, on the 24th, travel will continue through the high desert farms that … Read More
Registration Open for TFI Annual 4R Summit
The annual 4R Summit will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana from June 14-15. This summit is sponsored by The Fertilizer Institute and offers a learning opportunity for those interested in nutrient management and stewardship. Stakeholders, including growers, retailers, government partners, researchers and other professionals will present about the 4R Nutrient Stewardship program. “As environmental concerns and the demand for food … Read More
AgGateway Offers ADAPT Workshop
On June 16 AgGateway is hosting a workshop in Minneapolis, Minnesota for anyone interested in learning about the new Agricultural Data Application Programming Toolkit (ADAPT). This new open-source project allows interoperability in precision agriculture applications. The one-day session is open to anyone. The cost is $75 for workshop-only attendees and free to anyone register for AgGateway’s Mid-Year Meeting, June … Read More
Videos Demonstrate Ways Farmers Protect Water
Iowa farmers are known for not just growing food, fiber and fuel, but for doing it well. Their fertile soils, combined with varied terrain and a lot of Mother Nature mean farmers face challenges when it comes to keeping nitrates where they belong. The Iowa Water Quality Initiative has been a big part of helping farm families use innovative, science-proven … Read More
Folta Earns Borlaug CAST Communication Award
The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is pleased to announce Dr. Kevin Folta as the winner of this year’s prestigious Borlaug CAST Communication Award. Dr. Folta serves as the Chair of the Horticultural Sciences Department at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Services. He is a teacher, mentor, researcher and organizer and has a talent … Read More
Biotech Crops Celebrate 20 Years
In just 20 years the use of biotechnology has increased 100 percent, making it the fastest adopted crop technology in recent times. The International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications (ISAAA) celebrated the 20th anniversary with a report, The Global Commercialization of Biotech Crops (1996-2015) and Biotech Crop Highlights in 2015. The report shows the increate from 1.7 million … Read More
GMA Calls on Senate to Stand Up for Biotechnology
The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) is calling on Congress to pass a uniform national labeling law. Pamela G. Bailey, president and CEO of the GGMA, reminded lawmakers that the stigmatization of on-package labels will create confusion, an increase in consumer coast, and a shift away from biotech crops. Moving forward as we are now will turn the clock back on … Read More