An Ode to the Survivors in Agriculture
July 14, 2021
Country’s president had pledged to end herbicide’s use by 2020, without success.
Excessive heat in many parts of the country is now taking a toll on many of the nation’s growers.
A panel of countries has determined the science saying the popular herbicide is “safe” is “sound.”
Following a virtual event in 2020, the Midwest AG Industries Exposition (MAGIE) will be back in-person for its anniversary show.
There is plenty of interest in carbon credits, but many questions for ag retailers remain.
Multiple states have now dropped or loosened mask/social distancing restrictions, which should mean in-person events can finally take place.
Editor Eric Sfiligoj offers his insight into what the U.S. ag retail landscape will look like in four years.
Strong demand has pushed steel prices to record highs, worrying equipment makers in the process.
Ninth Court of Appeals tells EPA to decide on active ingredient’s market status within the next two months.
Some ag retailers are warning grower-customers that the products they want for the 2021 growing season might be unavailable.
Dealerships and cooperative keep looking at combining forces to stay profitable in today’s agriculture marketplace.
After dropping FeXapan, the company has now nixed its pending in-development product as well.
The next game-changer is probably already on its way, says Editor Eric Sfiligoj, who provides insight into what area of ag it could impact.
It appears the Villain Quest will continue without a clear candidate as the next “kingpin of bad agriculture.”
Some are wondering if the world’s most popular herbicide will survive much longer.
Long-time President of the Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association (IFCA) officially retired on March 31.
Despite many plaintiffs and lawyers signing on, at least one law firm is opposed to the Bayer agreement.
If events resume in 2021, state and local fairs could offer some clues as to the timing.
While 2021 isn’t completely back to the kind of normal ag is accustomed to just yet, at least there are hints of a better economic cycle on the horizon.