The 2016 Commodity Classic is right around the corner, held March 3-5 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The event promises to be the biggest ever, with the largest trade show in event history and record attendance. The AgWired Team will be their in full-force to cover it all thanks to our sponsors BASF and John Deere. “Commodity Classic is all about … Read More
BASF Earns Three No-Till Awards
The 24th annual National No-Tillage Conference offers readers of No-Till Farmer the chance to vote for the best products on their operation. This year BASF was honored with two ‘Product of the Year’ awards and one runner up at the conference. Headline AMP carries the title of best fungicide for the 10th year running. Sharpen earned its third consecutive award … Read More
BASF and Evogene Agree to Collaboration
BASF and Evogene Ltd., a leading company for the improvement of crop productivity, have signed a three-year agreement to collaborate for the discovery and development of novel herbicides. The agreement says Evogene will contribute by using their biology-driven computational discovery approach to find potential candidates of chemicals for novel herbicides. BASF will screen the chemicals with their proprietary advanced plant … Read More
BASF Hits Home Run at #ASTACSS
BASF hit a home run at the ASTA CSS 2015 and Seed Expo last week by featuring “The Big Hurt” at their hospitality suite with the theme “Champions of Innovation and Collaboration.” Chicago White Sox designated hitter Frank Thomas, who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame last year, is the only player in major league history to have … Read More
BASF Finds More Seed Treatments on Soybean Acres
According to a recent survey by BASF Ag Products, a growing number of farmers are utilizing seed treatments on their soybean acreage to protect their crop and maximize their return on investment. The survey of 250 growers with at least 1,000 corn and soybean acres found that 93% used a seed treatment or inoculant for soybeans in 2015. “The seed … Read More
Wheat Improvement Panel at #ASTACSS
During the ASTA CSS & Seed Expo this week, attendees were invited to a panel titled, “Value Chain Engagement in Wheat Improvement” that brought together representatives from across the wheat value chain to discuss needed innovation in the wheat industry. Justin Gilpin, CEO of the Kansas Wheat Commission, focused on the benefit of public/private partnerships as well as work the … Read More
BASF and NAAA Provide Aerial Applicator Scholarships
BASF has joined the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) to provide scholarship to two students who have chosen the challenging career path of an aerial applicator. Colin Lowry of Ephrata, Washington, and John Nienhuis of Lawton, North Dakota, received Agricultural Aviation Scholarships from NAAA and BASF of $5,000 and $2,500, respectively. The two winners were honored during the 49th Annual … Read More
BASF Supporting Monarch Butterfly Habitat
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service last week announced a new $4 million conservation effort to help agricultural producers provide food and habitat for monarch butterflies in the Midwest and southern Great Plains, but BASF is already doing its part in North Carolina. BASF recently introduced Living Acres, a research initiative focused on improving monarch butterfly habitats in high-production agriculture. The … Read More
Armezon PRO Herbicide Approved for all Corn Types
Full EPA registration has been approved for Amezon PRO herbicide from BASF. Armezon® PRO herbicide provides long-lasting residual control of emerged grass and broadleaf weeds. “Growers want flexible options to control weeds based on their farm’s needs,” said Daniel Waldstein, Technical Market Manager, Ph.D., BASF. “Armezon PRO herbicide has a wide application window and low use rate, resulting in time, … Read More
Farm Lending Study Shows Importance of Planning
BASF has released the results of a 2015 study that examined the role and influence agricultural uncertainties, such as volatile markets, weather, and disease, have on the current agricultural-lending landscape, and how growers can plan to place themselves in the best position to receive a loan. BASF surveyed agricultural lenders, asking them about their outlook for next year, and how … Read More