Syngenta Unveils Durastak Corn Trait for 2027 with Triple-Bt Rootworm Protection
Syngenta is set to introduce Durastak, its latest corn trait technology, for the 2027 growing season. This innovation features the first-ever triple-Bt protein stack in the industry, delivering advanced control […]
Corn growers urge “do no harm” as USCMA review approaches
As the Trump administration gears up to review the United States-Mexico-Canda agreement this summer, some corn grower leaders say the stakes could not be higher. Andy Jobman with Nebraska Corn […]
An active, moisture-laden pattern to continue for the Heartland; generally mild for the season
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures and precipitation across most of the country. The eastern U.S. has the greatest likelihood of experiencing warmer-than-normal […]
Maximizing the Enlist Weed Control System
Corteva Agriscience U.S. Crop Protection Technical Lead Dr. Eric Scherder says the Enlist system plays a critical role in a program approach to weed control and resistance management. He tells […]
New Trait Technology Targets Soybean Cyst Nematode, Helping Farmers Capture Lost Yield Potential
A new innovation in soybean production is aiming to change the way farmers manage one of their most costly and persistent threats: soybean cyst nematode (SCN). Developed by BASF, Nemasphere […]
A widening-range of weather, temperatures underway across the Heartland
Across the Corn Belt, chilly weather prevails, with scattered readings below 0°F noted early Monday in the upper Great Lakes region. Meanwhile, wintry precipitation—snow, sleet, and freezing rain—is falling across […]
Six new cases of HPAI confirmed across Indiana in the last week
Six new cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza have been confirmed in Indiana over the last week. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says the virus was detected on two commercial egg […]
Crop Insurance Deadline is Approaching: What Farmers Need to Know
Don’t miss the March 15th sales close deadline for crop insurance. In this episode, FCS Financial’s Vice President of Crop and Livestock Insurance, Shelby Twenter, breaks down important coverage updates […]
Dicamba back for 2026: training, compliance and planning encouraged
Weed scientist Kevin Bradley at the University of Missouri says caution, planning and communication will be required from farmers who plan to use over-the-top dicamba to manage weeds this growing […]
Wisconsin local government decides against additional farm regulations
An effort to place more restrictions on farms in Wisconsin has been voted down. A CAFO study committee presented the Pierce County Town of Rock Elm Board with a proposed […]