Seed
Switching seed brands might not mean genetics change.
High wheat yields begin with a solid foundation coupled with a sound understanding of what needs to be accomplished throughout the growing season.
The basis of yield starts with genetics. Scientists use advanced systems to improve genetics rapidly and target specific defenses for the changing agricultural landscape.
ADM and Syngenta recently reached a settlement regarding the Viptera lawsuit.
Newly-formed international holding company Palindromes Inc., is taking its first step into the U.S. market with its majority stake in Schillinger Genetics, LLC. Schillinger is best known for non GMO soybean genetics.
DLF Pickseed (DLF), a global turf, forage and other crop seed provider, recently purchased Wisconsin-based La Crosse Seed. Financial details were not disclosed for the deal.
This past week Deere & Company took legal action against Precision Planting and owner AGCO Corporation, claiming the companies infringed on 12 John Deere patents. These patents relate to the ExactEmerge platform.
Penny pinching could be the difference between making, or losing, money next season.
Applying nitrogen—corn’s most important and trickiest nutrient—doesn’t do a lick of good if it escapes into the air or, even worse, into water sources before plants can use it.
By partnering with Planet, aerospace and data analytics company, Farmers Edge will offer satellite images more frequently—every one to three days.
Identify Palmer amaranth presence to better manage for herbicide resistance
Monsanto speaks to investors about its motivation to pursue Syngenta.
Syngenta Seed Care is launching an updated online training module to educate various audiences about corn nematodes and how to protect corn plants from these invisible but costly pests.
Scientists have determined the macro- and micro-nutrient levels in seed hybrids and varieties, which they say could improve yield outcomes and food nutritional values.
If you refer to Bt corn hybrid stacks and pyramids as if the terms are interchangeable, you aren’t alone. However, corn hybrid stacks and pyramids aren’t the same.
Seeding date can have an effect on everything from fertilizer use to disease development.
The key to discovering what technology works and what doesn’t work on your farm is to “map everything,” says Illinois farmer Brian Corkill.
The plant’s contribution from below ground is increasingly a focus to manage hybrids for maximum yield.
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The seed treatment provided visible response in the first, second and third crown roots, with more root mass and root hairs.
To answer questions about the options available for closing systems, Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie organized a multiyear test plot to look at the various planter closing wheel designs.
Manufacturers are bringing new soybean trait systems to the market to help farmers combat weeds and boost yields.
The effects of the historical drought of 2012 continue to cause issues for farmers.
Improved corn genetics might favor high seeding rates and ultra-narrow rows, helping boost yields.
Because of the lingering effects of a hot, dry 2012 planting season, your 2013 crop requires special consideration. By planning ahead, you can reduce the risk to your emerging crop.
Some corn producers will face challenges in the coming weeks when selecting hybrids for next year.