Management
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Western Lake Erie Basin Receives $19 Million For Water Quality
The Tri-State Western Lake Erie Basin Phosphorus Reduction Initiative will receive $17.5 million in funding to help farmers implement conservation practices that reduce the…
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USDA Selects Iowa Water Projects For Funding Infusion
The Iowa Targeted Demonstration Watersheds Partnership Project will receive $3.5 million through RCPP.
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Anticipating Ag Market Softness
Agriculture is bracing for lower demand in 2015 in some areas, but not others.
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Rightsizing Ag Retail
Seeking the right balance of facilities, efficiency and customer service will make our businesses stronger and, truth be told, more capable of competing effectively…
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Iowa Water Wars Heating Up
Des Moines Water Works is expected to pursue a lawsuit against three northwestern Iowa counties that manage drainage districts with high concentrations of nitrates.
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FAA: Ag Focused Drone Group A-OK To Fly In 2015
A UAV outfit has received FAA approval to fly commercial drone missions over farmers’ fields in 2015.
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ResponsibleAg Auditor Course Recognized By BEAC
The Asmark Institute’s ResponsibleAg Auditor Training Course has received recognition from the Board of Environmental, Health and Safety Auditor Certifications.
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Welcome 2015!
The new year will likely bring new challenges for agriculture.
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Fertilizer Bracing For Slower Demand In 2015
Following a rough 2014, ag retailers expect 2015 to remain a challenge for crop nutrient sales for a variety of reasons.
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Crop Protection Rise To Continue
Economics may tempt growers to reduce pesticide use, but ensuring yields may be more important.
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