2,4-D Task Force II responds to NRDC lawsuit
The Industry Task Force II on 2,4-D Research Data is disappointed that the Natural Resources Defense Council has sued EPA claiming that the agency has taken too long in responding to its November, 2008 petition to cancel 2,4-D registrations and tolerances. Full story.
Deere announces final Tier 4/Stage IV engine
John Deere announced continuation of its planned building-block approach to meet United States Final Tier 4 and European Union Stage IV emissions regulations. Full story. New Roundup Ready Xtend Crop System
Monsanto Company unveiled its new Roundup Ready Xtend Crop System, which when registered will provide farmers with more flexible control of weeds, especially tough-to-manage and glyphosate-resistant weeds, by having crop tolerance to dicamba-based herbicides. Full story. On-farm test results of Optimum AQUAmax hybrids
Among nearly 700 on-farm trials during the 2011 growing season, Optimum AQUAmax hybrids from Pioneer showed a 7.1 percent yield advantage on average over grower-selected checks within water-limited environments. Full story. BASF: Strategies to managing resistant weeds
BASF Crop Protection and industry experts presented research, innovations and techniques to help prepare growers for the future of weed control at the sixth annual “Science Behind” media symposium. Full story.
Dow AgroSciences unveils Enlist Ahead
Dow AgroSciences has unveiled Enlist Ahead, a management resource for farmers, and the newest component of the Enlist Weed Control System. Full story. Bayer announces sustainability initiatives
In line with its ongoing commitment to advancing the sustainability of agriculture, Bayer CropScience emphasized the importance of partnership and collaboration among diverse stakeholders in order to improve efficiencies and safeguard yields while minimizing environmental impacts. Full story. MANA launches new Paradigm insecticide
New Paradigm insecticide, manufactured by MANA Crop Protection, has received approval by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its new formulation of lambda-cyhalothrin for broad-spectrum insect control in corn, soybeans and other crops. Full story. Ag Leader acquires water management products
To integrate water management into its expanding precision farming portfolio, Ag Leader has acquired Soil-Max. Full story. DuPont to offer 154 new corn products for 2012
DuPont significantly increased its new corn product offerings compared to last year with the release of 154 new Pioneer brand hybrids and integrated refuge products, featuring 36 new genetic families, to better serve growers across North America for the 2012 planting season. Full story. John Deere introduces mobile weather
For private and commercial applicators who need precise weather information in order to make proper product application and other weather-related decisions, John Deere introduces John Deere Mobile Weather. Full story.  BIG PICTURE
By Doane EconomistPort workers in Argentina’s main export hub went on strike late last week, delaying some grain shipments. The strike continued over the weekend as union members and port managers remain at odds. Harvest is just getting underway for the corn and soybean crops and port strikes at this time of year are not uncommon in March and April as labor demand are negotiated. Argentina is the world’s largest soybean meal and soybean oil exporter. It is also the third largest soybean and second largest corn exporter.
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Wheat yields not increased by early N application
Despite the fact that an unusually wet fall and planting delays kept many wheat farmers from applying starter nitrogen, an Ohio State University Extension educator says they shouldn't rush to apply spring nitrogen earlier than needed. Full story.
For more, visit the Crop Fertility Resource Center.
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New Formula Makes VAULT® HP plus INTEGRAL® More Treater-Friendly
VAULT® HP plus INTEGRAL® soybean seed-treatment system now offers seed treaters even more flexibility and benefits for their 2012 seed treatment programs. For 2012, the VAULT HP plus INTEGRAL system features a new enhancer/extender formulation that helps increase the on-seed survival time of rhizobia when used with the most popular fungicide and insecticide treatments.
Compared to treatments measured last year, the formulation increases the days of on-seed survival by an average 20-plus percent versus the previous formulation.
The new formulation also helps reduce bridging/clumping issues sometimes experienced with seed treatment. Seed bridging or clumping during treatment depends on numerous factors, including the total volume of treatment slurry applied, treatment equipment calibrations, temperature and humidity conditions, and the total volume of seed moving through the treating equipment during a specific time period.
The triple BioStacked® VAULT HP plus INTEGRAL system pairs a patented biological performance enhancer and a fresh high-count rhizobia inoculant with INTEGRAL biological fungicide. These components work together to deliver improved nitrogen fixation; help extend protection from key soil-borne diseases; and enhance root vigor, nodulation and nutrient uptake.
An industry-leading ultra-low application rate of 2.0 fl oz/CWT of seed, fresh high counts of rhizobia and improved treater-friendly application make VAULT HP plus INTEGRAL the right choice for every soybean grower ... and a profitable business choice for soybean treaters this treatment season.
Learn more about the VAULT HP plus INTEGRAL soybean seed treatment and its performance at www.VAULTHP.com or call 1-800-892-2013.
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Accountability increases ability
“Are you working hard or hardly working?” This question often gets a chuckle. Unfortunately, it’s less humorous as it has become increasingly more difficult to find hard-working help. Many employers are challenged daily by the frustration of lackadaisical attitudes of their personnel, which is seemingly contagious and complicated by the expense of constant turnover. Full story.
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Aphid populations in wheat
Aphid populations are present in low numbers in some wheat fields, but have reached or exceeded threshold levels in others in Missouri. Full story.
For more, visit the Wheat Resource Center.
Don't sample nematodes on corn in the spring
Results of spring soil samples usually are not useful since nematode numbers are low in the spring and collecting such samples in the spring is not recommended. Full story.
For more, visit the Corn Resource Center.
Seed selection key to managing soybean disease
As spring planting season approaches, soybean growers should be aware that one of the best ways to manage soybean disease is to make sure they plant the right varieties, said an Ohio State University Extension soybean expert. Full story.
For more, visit the Soybean Resource Center.
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