Cargill and Goanna Ag Pilot Irrigation Efficiency Technology on Mississippi Delta Cotton Fields

Precision irrigation project helps cotton farmers get more crop per drop Wayzata, Minn. (August 14, 2024) – Cargill is partnering with Australian company Goanna Ag on a new pilot project focused on advancing irrigation efficiency on cotton fields in the Mississippi Delta. The project will introduce a state-of-the art technology that aims to transform how and when farmers water their …

BioLumic Pioneers New Seed Traits with Seed Company Partners

UV Light Treatments Address Inbreeding Depression in Seed Production Champaign, IL, Aug 6, 2024 — BioLumic, the world’s only company treating seeds with light to activate genetic expression for new crop traits, has achieved a breakthrough in enhancing inbred corn lines. These genetically ‘pure’ parent seeds are crucial for producing the world’s high-performing hybrid seeds favored by most farmers. After …

2024 Ag Media Summit

Ag Media Summit 2024

THE AGRICULTURAL MEDIA SUMMIT began in 1999, and is the largest gathering of the agriculture industry’s top writers, editors, photographers, publishers and strategic communicators in the U.S. Providing opportunities for professional development and industry networking, Ag Media Summit is brought to you by the Livestock Publications Council (LPC), the Agricultural Communicators Network (ACN), and the Connectiv Ag Media Council. Now …

American Fruit Grower® Magazine Announces 2024 Apple Grower of the Year

Globe-Trotting Washington State Grower Earns Prestigious Award WILLOUGHBY, OH, USA – Tim Welsh of Wenatchee, WA, who drew support from throughout the apple industry – including from an unprecedented three past winners – has been named the 2024 American Fruit GrowerSM Apple Grower of the Year. The award is presented by American Fruit Grower® magazine, published by Meister Media Worldwide. …

Court Decision Impacts RFS Small Refinery Exemptions

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit on Friday issued an order vacating most of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2022 denials of petitions for small refinery exemptions from Renewable Fuel Standard obligations, and remanding those petitions to EPA for further proceedings. The court’s opinion remains under seal and is unavailable for public review. The following is a …

Ethanol Report on DC Board Meeting

Renewable Fuels Association board members had the opportunity this past week to meet with administration officials and lawmakers in both Houses and from both sides of the aisle to talk about priorities for the ethanol industry. The event included a timely talk with USDA Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small about tracking climate-smart farming practices and hearing from EPA Administrator Michael …

2024 Tech Hub LIVE

The highly anticipated fourth Tech Hub LIVE Conference and Expo, powered by CropLife Media Group®, was held July 29-31 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. Powered by the CropLife Media Group®, the nations leading voice for the ag retail industry for many decades, in collaboration with the Global AgTech Initiative and AgriBusiness Global™ brands, Tech Hub LIVE is …

ACE Announces Gold Standard Conference Agenda

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) has announced the agenda for the upcoming 37th annual event taking place August 14-16, at the Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District. “Our conference agenda is packed with dynamic sessions, insightful speakers and networking opportunities, making it the premier destination for anyone passionate about advancing biofuels,” said Katie Muckenhirn, Vice President of Public …

House Ag Hearing on Farm Financial Conditions

The House Agriculture Committee convened a hearing Tuesday to hear from farmers and rural lenders about the state of financial conditions in farm country. Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) painted a depressing picture in his opening remarks. “Declining prices and cash receipts, escalating natural disasters, and increasing input costs have created a perfect storm that will compromise the foundation of …

DWFI Podcast 37 – Opportunities of Irrigation and Mechanization

In November 2023, the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute announced a new USAID Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Irrigation and Mechanization Systems (ILIMS). ILIMS enhances global food security by generating research-based solutions to support the growth of vibrant irrigation and mechanization markets; develops strong institutions and local capacity for their sustainability; and fosters opportunities for equitable access for …

Empowering Women in Ag Tech: Join Us at Tech Hub LIVE!

The Women in Ag Tech (WiAT) community is gearing up for its third in-person meeting taking place at Tech Hub LIVE on July 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Building on the success of last year’s launch, this one-day event continues to provide a platform for women in ag tech to connect, engage, and build a supportive community. WiAT …

2024 Southern Peanut Growers Conference

Time for the 2024 Southern Peanut Growers Conference – July 17-19 at the Savannah Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Savannah, Georgia. The three-day event provides farmers with information about peanut production, legislative issues, marketing and promotions. In addition to the conference sessions, the event focuses on the family by offering a ladies program and a golf tournament. You can find …

Taranis Transforms Agronomic Decision Making with Groundbreaking Ag Assistant™

The agriculture industry’s first generative AI-powered agronomy engine transforms crop input and farm management decision making Westfield, IN, July 17, 2024 — Taranis, the global leader in crop intelligence, announces the launch of the industry’s first AI-powered agronomic engine, Ag Assistant™. Using multimodal AI, Ag Assistant promises to revolutionize service and management opportunities for ag retailers and the growers they …