Designed for maximum flexibility, New Holland’s concept tractor is actually two tractors in one. The NHDrive concept tractor was announced at the Farm Progress Show, where operators could view a machine that has the capability to be driven with the attached cab just like a normal tractor or run driverless and be controlled by a portable device or computer. Chuck Zimmerman spoke with Bret … Read More
The Yield Lab Earn Global Ambassador’s Award
The World Trade Center in St. Louis has chosen The Yield Lab to receive this year’s Global Ambassador Award. The Yield Lab is a food and agriculture technology business accelerator that invests $100,000 in the early stages of AgTech startups. They offer one-on-one mentorship, free workspace, and networking in the St. Louis area. This award acknowledges them as an organization … Read More
DuPont Pioneer Finds Potential Insect Control Traits
Researchers at DuPont Pioneer have discovered a protein from a non-Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) bacterium source. Science Magazine published findings that show this protein is a promising alternative for controlling corn root worm in North American and Europe. “This research represents a breakthrough for addressing a major challenge in agriculture,” said Neal Gutterson, vice president, Research & Development, DuPont Pioneer. “We … Read More
New Two-Wheel Drive Tractor from New Holland
New Holland introduced a new two-wheel-drive version of its premium T6 series tractor at the recent Farm Progress Show. Michael Cornman, New Holland Agriculture Segment Marketing Manager – Under 140 HP Tractors, talked with Chuck Zimmerman about the new model. The 2WD version offers enhanced maneuverability on two wheels for sharper turning, making it perfect for flat to rolling hill work, including … Read More
Senate Panel Hears Ag Consolidation Testimony
At a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing Tuesday on “Consolidation and Competition in the U.S. Seed and Agrochemical Industry,” executives of DuPont, Dow AgroSciences, Syngenta, Bayer and Monsanto defended the current spate of mergers and acquisitions as being important to continue to deliver on the innovation that farmers need to feed a growing global population, while agricultural organizations urged caution. Bayer … Read More
Alltech Increases Production with New Facility
This month marked the grand opening of a new crop science production facility in Uberlândia, Brazil for Alltech Crop Science. The plant will serve Central-West and Northeast Regions of Brazil with an annual production of about 10 million liters. That number increases Alltech’s production capacity by 150 percent. “The city is a prime example of logistic infrastructure for Brazil, so … Read More
Senate Judiciary Hearing On Consolidation Today
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee is hearing testimony pertaining to the consolidation and competition in the seed and agrochemical industry today. Agriculture groups are weighing in on Capitol Hill to ensure the voices of farmers are heard and the future of the industry is protected. Chris Novak, CEO of the National Corn Growers Association is testifying on behalf of NCGA … Read More
New CEO for Verdesian Life Sciences
Kenneth M. Avery has been named chief executive officer of the plant health and nutrition company, Verdesian Life Sciences. Avery began his new position with the company on Monday. He follows in the footsteps of J.J. Grow, who is now chairman of the Verdesian board of directors. “Kenny is a dynamic leader who challenges teams and expectations to help companies … Read More
Syngenta Settles with EPA
Syngenta Crop Protection has reached a settlement agreement with the EPA for alleged violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act. The agreement states that Syngenta will pay $766,508 in civil penalties and spend $436,990 on a Supplemental Environmental Project. “The repackaging, sale and distribution of unregistered and misbranded pesticides is illegal and puts people and the environment at … Read More
AFPC Conducts Study of Agribusiness Mergers
The agriculture industry is quickly changing. While producers are usually quick to accept change that means advancements in technology or improvements in environmental conservation, the recent rash of mergers hasn’t been as readily accepted. In response to this shift in the industry, the Corn Producers Association of Texas (CPAT) and the Southwest Council of Agribusiness (SWCA) have requested an analysis of … Read More