Novozymes Announces $36 Million R&D Center
April 24, 2014
A total of five Illinois counties have now reported confirmed cases of field-evolved resistance to Bt corn by Western corn rootworm.
Syngenta experts predict soybean cyst nematodes (SCN) will threaten yields with an overwintering survival rate of nearly 100% after the record low temperatures experienced in many parts this winter.
New organic seed treatment can provide improved protection against fungal root decay compared to other organic seed treatments.
This infographic effectively shows how genetically modified foods have a thoroughly tested, proven safety record.
As the demand for ag to diminish its water use while maintaining high yields and crop quality increases, three companies are leading the movement to grow more with less water.
Grain prices have played a role in China’s rejection of U.S. corn shipments containing Syngenta’s Agrisure Viptera trait, claims the company.
American Seed Trade Association President & CEO Andrew W. LaVigne released a statement in response to the Center for Food Safety’s report on the value of neonicotinoids in agriculture.
Calvin Leach will lead Prime Source’s overall brand management, working to position and further develop our expanding portfolio of plant-protection and specialty products.
Dry weather conditions during the growing season followed by late season rains may be the cause of larger-than-normal soybean seed this year, which can affect planter performance and ultimately yields.
Biagro’s portfolio includes seed-applied inoculants, plant growth-promoting microorganisms and other products for integrated pest management based on bacterial and fungal strains.
Many growers are questioning whether their soybeans need a fungicide seed treatment this spring, so here’s a list of six things to consider when deciding whether or not to treat soybeans.
American Seed Trade Association President & CEO Andrew W. LaVigne released a statement in response to Syngenta’s announcement of the limited release of Agrisure Duracade.
Endorsed by groups like the National Corn Growers Association and Agricultural Retailers Association, Phase II of The Guide provides customized resources for farmers, seed companies, pesticide safety educators and crop advisors.
If approved, ILeVO seed treatment would be the first product to provide breakthrough protection for soybean seedlings from the soil borne pathogen Fusarium virguliforme, the fungus that causes SDS.
The recognition is the latest for Monsanto which in the past year has received accolades from dozens of organizations.
In the last 3 years SCN was identified in more counties in Ohio, indicating the pathogens are on the move and gaining strength.
A Canadian agronomist advises against getting sloppy with rotations and using a seed treatment as a magic bullet to protect against Phytophthora
Seed treatment should be thought of as a long-term investment rather than an extra cost, says Agrii.
Syngenta CruiserMaxx Beans seed treatment was recognized as the No-Till Product of the Year for 2013 in the seed treatments/inoculants category.