Bayer AG CEO Werner Baumann says he’s confident they’ll win European Approval of their deal to acquire Monsanto. A Bloomberg report says he’s trying to win the approval of its…
Almond Matters: Using Drones During Bloom
…the technology has several other applications depending on the type of drone being used. There are many different types of drones on the market with a wide range of costs,…
Agri View: Technology Expanding
Everett Griner talks about how technology is expanding in today’s Agri View. Progress. You know the world could not exist without it. The car you drive built mostly by robots….
National Farm Machinery Show Sets Record
…number of new exhibitors and exhibit sales. Over 314,000 attendees packed the Kentucky Exposition Center for the four-day event that celebrated 53 years of providing the agricultural industry’s latest and…
Support for Farmers with Disabilities Through Innovative Technology
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced support for the Assistive Technology Program for Farmers with Disabilities (AgrAbility). Funding is provided under the…
Joint Ventures in Dairy Increasing
…U.S. has heavily invested in milk production, Europe and other regions that faced production constraints focused their effort and investment on technology for the processing sector. And, in 2017, many…
2018 USDA Ag Outlook Forum Offers Pre-Forum Field Trips on Farming and Research
Experience farming and ag research first hand with two Pre-Forum Field Trips prior to the 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum. Early arrivals may take part in two tour options on Wednesday,…
Feeding Minds Press Will Focus on Accurate Agriculture Books for Children
…modern agriculture. The stories will show farmers using technology to better grow crops and livestock. We’ve already looked at some stories and we’re excited to move forward.” Feeding Minds Press…
Food Apps to Cut Down on Food Waste
…as technology would have it, there are ways a smartphone can actually help stop food waste. That’s right, there’s an app for that. Actually four. The app Olio empowers neighbors…
Perdue Unveils Farmers.gov, Interactive Website for Agricultural Producers
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue unveils Farmers.gov at a breakfast hosted by the Michigan Farm Bureau. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today unveiled Farmers.gov, the new interactive one-stop website for…
Almond Update: Census Deadline Approaching
…the deadline to participate is next week. Listen to Sauer’s interview From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reminds our…
USDA Launches MARS
Delivering Market Data to Agricultural Producers Around the Globe Faster and Easier The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced the launch of a new electronic data…
Former AFBF Lobbyist Takes Syngenta Job
…Government Relations, Syngenta. “She will contribute to our sustainable agriculture policy expertise. As one of the foremost experts on farm policy in the United States, with an exceptional background in…
International Agri-Center Prepares For 51st World Ag Expo®
International Agri-Center® to hold its 51st World Ag Expo® farm show on February 13-15, 2018 The largest annual agricultural exposition of its kind, World Ag Expo® boasts more than 1,500…