As Americans prepare for Thanksgiving dinner, shoppers are pleased with the state of turkey prices at the grocery store. That’s USDA economist Michael McConnell who says that despite affordable prices at the store, the news is not as good for turkey producers who are...
Trade Talk 2018
Unlock 5 from Arysta maximizes your crop management timetable
This past growing year posed a unique set of challenges. With the Ag economy being what it is, years like the one we just went through make us look at where we can improve. Arysta Life Science has a way of breaking things down for producers.Audio: Full Interview with...
Protect crops from increasing corn rootworm pressure
Unpredictable weather events can hinder crop development.Certain weather conditions can aid in the development of corn rootworm. However, weather is not the only factor benefiting the resistant pest. An agribusiness professional outlines what to expect in regards to...
AUDIO: Matt Frank, Firestone AG
Firestone AG is celebrating Harry Firestone's 150th birthday. Matt Frank, product manager with Firestone AG, talks about Harry Firestone's influence on the agricultural market. He also discusses tire offerings for growers and stresses the importance of winter...
AUDIO: Dr. Greg Cline, Boehringer Ingelheim
Dr. Greg Cline, with Boehringer Ingelheim, discusses swine health and the amazing increase in productivity. He attributes the increase to reducing stress on individual animals and overall within the industry.Dr. Cline also addresses use of antibiotics. He believes...
AUDIO: Mosaic – Dr. Ross Bender
Talking with Dr. Ross Bender of Mosaic about sulfur management.
Keeping insects out of stored grain
Today, an interesting advocate for cleaning, treating and monitoring grain bins. Also, what if you decide next spring that you are going to store your grain for an extended period of time?Warren McDougal, with Central Life Sciences, is selling a product that can keep...
Channel Protexus corn offers enhanced disease protection
America?s farmers and ranchers face much uncertainty. An agricultural company is helping growers minimize uncertainty by providing enhanced protection in its products.AUDIO: Brett Ochs, ChannelBrett Ochs, Channel? corn product manager, describes the 2018 growing...
Higher interest rates likely in 2019
Finances are a key to making a profit in agriculture.Few farmers live strictly from their own financial capabilities.Most borrow a portion of their annual costs and many borrow when they buy land or machinery.We are past the good times and now into uncertain...
AUDIO: Pete Uitenbroek, DEKALB Asgrow
DEKALB Asgrow brand lead Pete Uitenbroek talks about the difficult 2018 crop season. Uitenbroek shares DEKALB Asgrow's products delivered consistent high performance despite the weather-related challenges.He also talks about what growers can expect from the DEKALB...