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Rotam’s Volta Approved
EPA has approved the registration of Volta, a sulfonylurea herbicide. Volta herbicide is manufactured by Rotam North America, Inc., the…
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Asmark Institute Launches VIP Network
The Asmark Institute‘s new network upgrades meeting capabilities. The Asmark Institute plans to provide a Videoconference Internet Protocol (VIP) Network…
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Mid-Range Could Be Just Right
Research findings show that mid-range ethanol blends may be better, even in standard cars. A new study, co-sponsored by the…
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Conference Joins Forces
Fertilizer was the focus of a two-day conference in California. Some 250 people from California’s agricultural industry attended the two-day…
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Hybrids May Reduce Rain Effect
Syngenta’s experimental corn lines optimize water use. Every corn grower in the Midwest knows about the "million dollar rain." While…
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Bayer Lauds New Herbicide
A new corn herbicide controls both broadleaf and tough grass weeds. EPA has approved Bayer CropSciences’ Laudis postemergence corn herbicide.…
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Working In Memphis, Again
The new Monsanto/Delta and Pine Land team has opened an office in Memphis, TN. Monsanto Co. acquired Delta and Pine…
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Farm, Energy Bills May See Action
Both the farm and energy bills may be voted on by the U.S. Senate this week. In a deal to…
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GM Crops: French Non, German Ja
The reaction to a Monsanto genetically modified (GM) corn is a mixed bag in Europe. France has formally suspended the…
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Seeing Through Big Oil’s Smoke, Mirrors
Despite reports of a well-publicized and well-funded anti-ethanol misinformation campaign, an overwhelming majority of consumers still believe the U.S. is…
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Mall Shooting Takes One Of Industry’s Own
A veteran ag-chem salesman was killled in last week’s mall shooting in Omaha, NE. Gary Scharf, 48, was the second…
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Pioneer Premiums Times Seven
Growers in seven states will have more opportunities to market their soybeans for a premium. Selected elevators in Ohio, Indiana,…