Judge denies Syngenta’s injunction against Bunge
A federal judge has sided with Bunge Ltd. in its refusal to buy corn containing one of Syngenta AG's biotech traits, denying a preliminary injunction sought by the Swiss company's seed division, according to a ruling filed this week.
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BASF sells fertilizer unit to EuroChem
BASF SE chose to sell the bulk of its nitrogen-fertilizer assets, which are located in Antwerp, Belgium, to EuroChem instead of Yara, which had been speculated to be the front runner for the sale.
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Free weed resistance training program
The Weed Science Society of America is introducing a free training program designed to educate pesticide applicators, growers, agrichemical retailers, farm consultants and other stakeholders on herbicide resistance in weeds.
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Agrium executes rock agreement with OCP S.A.
Agrium Inc. announced it has executed a long-term rock supply agreement with OCP S.A. to purchase phosphate rock to supply Agrium's Redwater, Alberta, phosphate facility.
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New Leader introduces SGN & Hardness Test Kit
Highway Equipment Company, the manufacturer of New Leader crop nutrient applicators, recently introduced the Size Grade Number and Hardness Test Kit, available now through authorized New Leader dealers.
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North Atlantic Potash, Rio Tinto joint venture
North Atlantic Potash Inc., the Canadian subsidiary of JSC Acron, and Rio Tinto signed a joint venture agreement on potash exploration opportunities and possible mine construction in Canada.
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USDA issues Nitrogen in Agricultural Systems
The Economic Research Service released its report exploring the use of nitrogen in U.S. agriculture and assessment of the changes in nutrient management by farmers that may improve nitrogen use efficiency.
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EDITORIAL: Farmers have responsibility to educate world |
| By Kip Tom, Tom Farms |
American agriculture has come a long way since the days of horse-drawn plows and pitchforks. We utilize precision farming now, using state-of-the-art GPS and planting mechanisms that allow us to farm at a greater capacity every day.
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Informa: U.S. corn plantings may rise 2.2%
Informa Economics, a closely watched crop forecaster, predicted that U.S. farmers will increase corn plantings 2.2 percent next year after prices reached record highs this summer, based on talking to commodity traders.
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Monsanto acquires Beeologics
Monsanto Company announced it has acquired Beeologics, which researches and develops biological tools to provide targeted control of pests and diseases.
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Beyond NP&K, don’t forget lime and micronutrients
Adjusting soil pH is critical to nutrient availability. Manure is a good source of micronutrients to soils and crops.
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(Visit the Crop Fertility Resource Center for more fertilizer news and information.)
Identifying corn stalk rots
Due to the extreme weather conditions this year, which have contributed to stressing corn plants, the University of Missouri is recommending scouting for corn stalk rots.
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(Visit the Corn Resource Center for more fertilizer news and information.)
Green cloverworm problems in soybean
Green cloverworm larvae are being found in southwest Missouri, which is rare since it's normally controlled by a beneficial fungal pathogen.
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(Visit the Soybean Resource Center for more fertilizer news and information.)
Nutrient applications for wheat
Due to an early harvest, ensuring adequate nutrients on the wheat crop may be a challenge this year. University of Illinois offers tips.
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(Visit the Wheat Resource Center for more cereals news and information.)
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