New Soil Tests, Same Goal: Better Agronomic Decisions

Agriculture faces 2026 price spikes and shortages, but are they driven by blame — or simply unavoidable market and supply circumstances?

The herbicide has had its authorization pulled twice since 2017. Will the third time finally stick?

The Fertilizer Institute says temporarily suspending this maritime law will help fertilizer supply for the 2026 growing season.

Agtech expert Dave Swain warns innovation is accelerating, but chasing shiny tools risks missing fundamentals that truly drive farm performance and long-term value.

Although ag retailers and growers are using new ag technologies in their businesses, many are still be employed in the office vs. the field.

It’s your data — so why aren’t you using it now? Unlock smarter decisions and profitability on your farm, writes ag tech expert Dave Swain.

Cutting the agency’s budget in half would almost certainly slow down ag approvals, say industry insiders.

Ag tech expert Dave Swain explains why farms and retailers are prime cyber targets — and how to protect operations.

Sticky fertilizer pricing continues as global disruptions persist, challenging retailers and growers to manage costs while crop markets drop.

Industry experts agree that AI will have its place within agriculture, but utilizing human operators.

Despite the Department of Justice (DoJ) opening an investigation into fertilizer prices, agriculture probably won’t receive any immediate relief.

After years of waiting, the highest court in the land will finally weigh in on crop protection products and lawfare.

In its 30th year, the annual Commodity Classic featured plenty of new products for the 2026 growing season.

When urgency dominates decisions, contributing writer Dave Swain explains how ag leaders reclaim focus, prioritize strategy, and drive long-term success.

EPA has reauthorized dicamba, but some industry insiders fear the decision to use the herbicide in 2026 might have already been made.

Agtech expert Dave Swain examines agriculture’s ongoing connectivity and IoT saga, explaining progress, pitfalls, and why there’s no easy button.

For decades now, biotech has been re-living the same market challenges, says Editor Eric Sfiligoj.

Smart tech is reshaping decisions, workflows, and profitability across agriculture. Discover six expert-identified trends set to define farming in 2026.