The American Farm Bureau Federation recently conducted a poll of registered voters who reside in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed regarding water resource policy. The survey showed that nearly 3 out of 4 residents (1,042 surveyed) in the Watershed say state and local government should have authority over federal government when it comes to water resources. When regulations are needed, nearly … Read More
ASA Urges Improvement for EU Biotech Approvals
The American Soybean Association recently addressed the European Commission to urge them to improve the process of accepting crops grown with new biotechnology traits. ASA noted that the delay in accepting these crops after passing through the EU’s long review process creates a barrier to the American soybean market and creates risk in the feed supply for Europe’s livestock industry. … Read More
John Deere Pledges $5 Million to National FFA
John Deere has been partnering with the National FFA Organization to ensure the future of agriculture for more than 72 years. 2016 will continue the tradition of providing opportunities for members of the FFA to grow into leaders who can strengthen their communities as well as agriculture. John Deere has pledged one million dollars annually for the next five years … Read More
Ag Executive Panel To Discuss Key Issues At NFMS
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) will be hosting an agribusiness panel discussion featuring some of agriculture’s leading manufacturers at the National Farm Machinery Show. On February 10, the AEM Ag Executive Outlook panel will discuss key issues including the future of agriculture, new technologies, and the vital role of ag advocacy at the local and national level. The AEM … Read More
Common Ground Connects Consumers to Farmers
Before Storm Jonas rolled in over the weekend I had the opportunity to attend the national Common Ground conference in Washington D.C. The event, sponsored by the United Soybean Board and the National Corn Growers Association, was created to help farm women learn how to better communicate with urban women about the safety and security of their food. “The ideas … Read More
Agrible Appointed to Data Privacy and Security Board
Agrible, Inc. of Illinois has been appointed to the interim board of a coalition formed to address issues such as big data privacy, security, and transparency for growers. According to an American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) poll, over 80% of growers indicated that they do not know what happens to their data after they upload it to an Ag Technology … Read More
Record-Breaking Trade Show At Commodity Classic 2016
The 2016 Commodity Classic in New Orleans, March 3-5, is being billed as the biggest and best Commodity Classic event ever. With time still left to register, registration numbers are already on track for a record number of attendees. Perhaps even more important to attendees is the improved and expanded trade show. Commodity Classic Co-Chair Sam Butler, a soybean farmer … Read More
Sustainable Practices Targeted in Wheat Yield Contest
For the first time in 20 years the National Wheat Yield Contest is back! Winners in two categories, winter and spring wheat, will be announced at the Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas in 2017. All state wheat organization grower-members may submit their yields. “We are excited about the benefits this competition will bring to our nation’s wheat growers individually … Read More
Fertilizer Industry Honors 4R Farmers and Retailers
The Fertilizer Institute is honoring five farmers and their fertilizer retailers as 4R Grower and Retailer Advocates in 2016. These growers and retailers have exemplified the 4R nutrient stewardship program, using the right nutrient and the right rate at the right time and in the right place. This 4R Advocate program was created to raise awareness and encourage adoption of the … Read More
ASA is Looking Back on 2015
The American Soybean Association is reflecting on a successful 2015. They’ve released a letter to all members of the association outlining their actions through the year. You can view their online report card as well. Hello members of the American Soybean Association, As 2015 nears a close and we take stock of strides that we have made on behalf of soybean farmers, … Read More