Peer-reviewed study demonstrates how gene-edited nitrogen-fixing microbes can provide essential nutrients to cereal crops AMES, Iowa. November 14, 2024 – New research published in Scientific Reports describes a breakthrough in nitrogen fertilizer technology. Conducted by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Purdue University and Pivot Bio, the study shows that gene-edited microbes can fix nitrogen from the air and feed it to …
2024 NAFB Convention
The 81st National Association of Farm Broadcasting Convention, November 13-15, 2024, Westin Crown Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This virtual ag newsroom includes links to photos and audio content available free of charge for digital or print publication or broadcast. Photos 2024 NAFB Convention Trade Talk photos Audio Environmental Issues panel – moderator Cyndi Young, Brownfield Mary Kay Thatcher, Syngenta; …
Pivot Bio Launches Weekly ‘N-SIGHTS from the Farm’
Harvest Vidcast and Digital Hub Highlight PROVEN® 40 Microbial Nitrogen Performance Ames, Iowa (Nov. 13) – Pivot Bio has introduced “N-SIGHTS from the Farm,” a digital hub providing real-time harvest data and weekly agronomic insights that showcase how Pivot Bio PROVEN® 40 is performing in corn fields across the United States. Farmers can visit PivotsProvenIt.com to explore yield data, track …
Yara North America Launches YaraAmplix Biostimulant Portfolio to Drive Sustainable Food Production
TAMPA, Fla. – November 12, 2024 – Marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to advancing a sustainable, resilient food system, Yara North America is launching the YaraAmplix™ biostimulant portfolio in the United States and Canada. Backed by over five years of global and regional research and development, the YaraAmplix portfolio is designed to enhance crop resilience, nutrient uptake, …
Ethanol Report Election Analysis
The Renewable Fuels Association was pleased to congratulate Donald Trump on his victory in the 2024 presidential election, and especially happy to see many ethanol champions retain their seats in Congress. In this edition of the Ethanol Report podcast, RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper says he is looking forward to working with the Trump 2.0 administration and the new …
Trump Election Reaction Interview with Kip Tom
Indiana farmer Kip Tom is one of several names being mentioned as possible Secretary of Agriculture in the new Trump Administration. Tom runs a successful international farming operation and served as Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture during President Trump’s previous term. In this interview, Tom talks about his reaction to the Trump victory, what he …
ALMDA Formally Requests USDA-APHIS Delay Implementation or Enforcement of Animal Disease Traceability Rule
Today, the American Livestock Markets and Dealers Association (ALMDA) formally requested that USDA-APHIS delay the implementation or enforcement of the final rule on Use of Electronic Identification Eartags as Official Identification in Cattle and Bison (ADT Rule). In a letter to USDA-APHIS, ALMDA requested that the implementation or enforcement of the ADT Rule be delayed at least 180 days ensure …
AGwagon Specially Designed for Farmers and Ranchers
Certified Ag Dealership, in partnership with Fox Factory Vehicles, recently launched the first purpose-built truck for farmers and ranchers. The reveal of the AGwagon was made at the Ohio State Farm Science Review in September. Certified Ag Dealership CEO Pat Driscoll says the brand-agnostic vehicle design was created from input by a team of 14 farmers with their needs in …
ZeaKal’s PhotoSeed Technology Validated as First Sustainability-Embedded Trait
Approximately One Billion Additional Gallons of Renewable Aviation Fuel Possible from Existing U.S. Soybean Acres Boosts Farm Profitability while Meeting Decarbonization Demand Across Agriculture and Energy San Diego, CA, October 30, 2024 – ZeaKal today announced that PhotoSeed™ has been validated as the first sustainability-embedded trait technology for agriculture. PhotoSeed enhances photosynthetic capacity, increasing soybean oil by 15% and protein …
Denali Transforms More Than 10 Billion Pounds of Organic Byproducts into Animal Feed and Fertilizer
The company reveals key findings that demonstrate its ongoing advancement of the circular economy, transforming organic waste streams into essential agricultural products Russellville, Ark. – October 30, 2024 — Denali, the nation’s leading recycler of organics, today revealed it transformed over 10 billion pounds of organic byproducts into natural fertilizers, according to its newly released third annual sustainability report that …
California Governor Puts E15 in the Fast Lane
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday gave a surprise boost to the ethanol industry by issuing a directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to accelerate studying how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline to allow the sales of E15. The Renewable Fuels Association immediately praised Gov. Newsom for taking this action since California is the only state …
New Pricing for Pivot Bio Microbial Nitrogen Offers Greater ROI as Study Confirms Improved Crop Performance
The company’s technology offers farmers consistent results, resilience against early-season challenges, high customer satisfaction, and the best-value nitrogen on the market AMES, IOWA (Oct. 25, 2024) — Farmers using Pivot Bio’s PROVEN® 40 microbial nitrogen are realizing significant plant health benefits and stronger ROI despite early season weather challenges. As part of their ongoing support for farmers facing tough economics, …
Ethanol Report on Supply and Demand
Despite California’s best efforts to work against low carbon ethanol by not allowing sales of E15 and proposing unworkable new sustainability requirements for the future, supply and demand for U.S. ethanol continues strong. In this edition of The Ethanol Report podcast, Renewable Fuels Association Chief Economist Scott Richman discusses concerning proposed regulations to California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard, strong supply …
USDA Celebrates Spending $3 Billion for Climate-Smart Commodities
Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack traveled to Pennsylvania to celebrate investing over $3 billion in 135 projects under the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities since its creation in September 2022. “Through our Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities, we are working to create an economy that supports rural communities, meets global demand for renewable and climate-smart goods, and achieves our climate goals,” said …
Terviva Offers New Biofuel Feedstock Grown on Trees
Agricultural innovation company Terviva has announced an investment from Chevron Renewable Energy Group to help scale production of pongamia for low carbon renewable fuel. “Crude pongamia oil can be converted into biodiesel, renewable diesel, or sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). In working with Chevron Renewable Energy Group, we can increase the availability of feedstocks for production of these fuels while promoting …