Dan Jacobs

Built by Farmers, Driven by Microbes: The Smart Blend Technology Story
Smart Blend Technology’s suite of nutrient stewardship products delivers growing crops and a growing company.
The Sophistication of Nutrient Stewardship
The development of nutrient stewardship was largely driven by the fertilizer sector, and this continues to drive new practices forward.
Biostimulants Establishing Market Credentials
Despite being the largest sector within the biologicals category, experts say biostimulants still have something to prove with users.
Biologicals Giving Science to the Skeptics
Two certification programs amp up growers’ trust in biologicals by vetting products.
Pests Keep Coming, But So Do Solutions: Growth and Innovation in U.S. Insecticides
From invasive species to smarter application technologies, discover how innovation and science are helping U.S. growers stay ahead of pests.
Adjuvants Shift From Luxury to Necessity Under New EPA Herbicide Strategy
Adjuvants gain importance as EPA’s Herbicide Strategy elevates them from optional add-ons to essential tools reducing drift.
Why Ag Retailers Play a Key Role in Adjuvant Education
Retailers close the adjuvant knowledge gap, helping growers boost performance, meet regulations, and optimize applications effectively.
Star of the West Milling: 155 Years Strong and Still Growing in Frankenmuth
Celebrating 155 years of resilience, innovation, and community roots, Star of the West Milling continues to grow and embrace ag’s future.
Durable, Efficient, Dependable: How Fertilizer Tenders Are Meeting Modern Ag Demands
Explore how modern fertilizer tenders combine durability, efficiency, and reliability to help retailers maximize productivity in today’s challenging agricultural landscape.
Smart Tech
AI-Powered Scouting Tools Are Becoming Essential for Modern Agronomy
AI-powered scouting tools are revolutionizing agronomy, helping retailers and growers turn field data into actionable decisions, improving yield and profitability.
Herbicide Resistance Remains Top Concern As New Solutions Emerge
Herbicide resistance continues to challenge growers, but innovative products and strategies offer new solutions, keeping weed control effective and profitable.
Fertilizer Spreader Market Sets Sights on Growth With Bigger Widths and Smarter Tech
After a slower 2025, spreader manufacturers are betting on wider booms, smarter controls, and precision tech to drive 2026 growth.
Fungicide Seed Treatments: Building a Strong Offense Against Early-Season Disease
Learn how innovative fungicide seed treatments and informed retailer partnerships are helping growers proactively defend crops from early-season disease threats.
Syngenta-Taranis Partnership Elevates Retailer Efficiency With Drone and AI Innovation
Learn how Syngenta marries its portfolio with Taranis’ imaging capabilities to deliver retailers detailed analysis of their clients’ fields.
Insecticide Seed Treatments: Advancing Early-Season Pest Management
Discover how new seed treatments and technologies are transforming pest management, protecting yields, and advancing sustainability.
From Boom to AI: Charting 25 Years of Agricultural Tech Revolution
How has ag tech evolved in 25 years? Dive into the journey from early automation to cutting-edge AI on farms.
How the Modern Ag Retailer Is Built for Scale, Speed, and Service
Explore how ag retail’s consolidation, technology, and scale drive faster service and bigger facilities for modern growers today.
When It Comes to Biologicals, What’s Old Is New Again
Biologicals are booming again. Industry leaders explore how science-backed solutions are reshaping modern ag and driving the next 25 years.
CropLife Retail Week: Farmers Face Rising Costs; Government Promises Help
Farmers face tough 2025 challenges. CropLife Retail Week covers rising costs, low prices, and USDA’s response to the crisis.