The United States has secured a significant victory in its dispute under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) over Mexico’s biotechnology measures concerning genetically engineered (GE) corn. The dispute settlement panel ruled in favor of the U.S. on all seven...
Red crown rot, a soilborne fungal disease, has emerged as a significant concern for soybean farmers in Missouri. Confirmed for the first time in Marion County and Audrain County in the summer of 2024, the disease can cause yield...
Source: Government of Saskatchewan
Producers who intend to grow winter wheat should consider the undertaking as part of the whole farm operation and not in isolation. Several management decisions and operations should be considered, including:
Get organized: Start preparing for...
With harvest season wrapped up and Harvested Production Reports (HPRs) submitted, many producers with crop insurance are eager to learn when they might receive updates on their production assessments. Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) assures clients that their team...
Market Overview:
Valued at ~$91.4 billion in 2023.
Expected CAGR of 4.2% from 2024 to 2032, driven by food demand, agricultural productivity, and sustainable practices.
Key Trends:
Shift toward biologicals and biopesticides derived from natural microorganisms and plant...
Maizex Seeds will once again be presenting their popular in-person agronomy meetings this January and February. New for 2025 are two dates in Manitoba.
The Maizex Winter Agronomy Meetings will provide Ontario and Manitoba farmers with a day of access...
Corteva has unveiled a proprietary, non-GMO hybrid wheat technology, marking a major advancement for one of the world's most important staple crops. This innovation addresses historical challenges in wheat hybridization, enabling meaningful yield improvements and greater climate resilience.
The hybrid...
FarmQA, a leader in digital agronomy solutions, has acquired Farm Dog, an agricultural data platform and subsidiary of Deveron Corporation. This acquisition supports FarmQA’s mission to enhance global agriculture through improved supply chain transparency, strengthened food security, and advanced...
Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) sought feedback on recommendations for seed regulatory modernization. The consultation was open for comments from February 8 until May 1, 2024, and covered potential changes that could impact:
variety...
Weather-related production risks are unavoidable on the farm or ranch. From heavy rain and hail to snow, high winds and drought, farm families prepare their land, plant and harvest each season, fully aware that their livelihoods depend on local...
