News From the world of Agribusiness
03.18.2010
- Agriculture economist Glenn Grimes, professor emeritus at the University of Missouri, and former Iowa state senator and “Master Pork Producer” John Soorholtz were inducted into the National Pork Producers Council Hall of Fame for their outstanding contributions to the pork industry.
- PEER Bearing Company announces a new product offering for tillage equipment, a maintenance free gang disc tillage bearing, TILLXtreme.
- Sanofi-aventis and Merck & Co., Inc. announced that sanofi-aventis has exercised its option to combine Merial with Intervet/Schering-Plough, Merck’s Animal Health business, to create a global leader in Animal Health.
- June 4 to 7, 2010, a new tradeshow called Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo is poised to bring all breeds and disciplines together.
- The National Pork Producers Council at its annual business meeting – the National
Pork Industry Forum – held March 4-6, elected new officers and members to its board of directors. Click here for a complete list.
- Syngenta Seeds, Inc. announced it has submitted to the U.S. EPA an application for the registration of its Agrisure Viptera 3220 trait stack, featuring two modes of action against all major lepidopteran corn pests and a reduced refuge of 5% in the Midwestern Corn Belt.
- The National Organic Coalition and Center for Food Safety are announcing more than 200,000 individuals have contacted the USDA saying they disapprove of the government’s potential deregulation of Monsanto’s Genetically Engineered Roundup Ready Alfalfa.
- Syngenta Seeds, Inc. released performance data for the Aphid Management System.
- The Pork Checkoff will honor Dale Miller, editor of National Hog Farmer, as the winner of its Distinguished Service Award. He will be recognized at the National Pork Industry Forum, March 4-6, 2010.
- The National Pork Board recognized the latest class of Environmental Steward Award winners at the National Pork Industry Forum. These winners exemplify excellence in environmental care and conservation in pork production. Honored at the ceremony were: JAC Pork of Hartley, Iowa; Schafer Farms of Goodhue, Minn.; Bryant Worley Farms of Princeton, N.C.; and Sensenig Farm of Mohnton, Pa.
- Kansas wheat producer Jerry McReynolds was elected president of the National Association of Wheat Growers at the organization’s Board of Directors meeting.
- Land O’Lakes Purina Feed LLC announces the launch of its newest multi-media tool for dairy producers and calf enthusiasts — Calf Wise — on Facebook.
- Farm Market iD announced it has entered into a sales agreement with Bock & Associates who will join the Farm Market iD (FMiD) sales team in making FMiD’s data and information intelligence available to agribusinesses, effectively extending the sales reach of the company. The agreement is effective immediately.
- The 2010 All Aboard Wheat Harvest Tour gives followers across the U.S. and around the world a real-time opportunity to interact with the 2010 wheat harvest and the crews who make it happen.
- DuPont and the state of Missouri announced DuPont business Pioneer Hi-Bred plans to construct a commercial and parent soybean seed production facility in New Madrid County, Mo.
- Cibus Global announces the grant of a new patent for Cibus’ unique Rapid Trait Development System (RTDS) in the production of a non-transgenic plant that is resistant to or tolerant of certain herbicides, particularly glyphosate.
- The Appaloosa Horse Club is proud to announce Bella Sara as a Silver Sponsor for the 2010 World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show.
- United Soybean Board farmer-leaders recently selected USSEC, under a new organizational structure, to continue as its international marketing primary contractor.
- U.S. exports of agricultural-related machinery totaled nearly $8 billion in 2009, a 23% drop compared to the previous year, with the largest declines in business to Europe and South America, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
- Olivia Gonzales of Paso Robles, Calif., competed against 37 other college students or recent graduates to win the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2010 Collegiate Discussion Meet at the AFBF Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Conference.
- New Holland has adopted SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) technology for machines with engines above 100 hp and CEGR, Cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation, for engines below 100 hp.
- Makhteshim Agan of North America, Inc. announced that John Hobson has joined the U.S. agricultural team in the position of national accounts manager.
- Syngenta Seeds, Inc. has promoted Tracy Mader to head of Product Marketing for its corn and soybean products.
- Dow AgroSciences recently donated $10,000 to the Citrus Research and Development Foundation to help fund research for the control of citrus greening.
- Cermetek Microelectronics presented a preview of its AquaMon wireless soil monitoring system at the World Ag Expo.
- Livestock and poultry groups hosted educational briefings on Capitol Hill to share the facts about the importance of tools like antibiotics in raising healthy food animals.
- MANA Crop Protection introduces Ironclad nicosulfuron plus rimsulfuron herbicide and Adapt nicosulfuron herbicide for control of many tough broadleaf and grass weeds in corn.
- The USDA predicts 52,000 agriculture-related job openings for college graduates will be needed in 2010 — including those needed to teach ag science at high school, college level.
- In 2009, Pfizer Animal Health contributed more than $1.3 million to support FFA programs and help fund the American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) Foundation/Pfizer Veterinary Student Scholarships. Pfizer announced the same program is available for 2010 through March 31.
- Syngenta has been recognized by Fast Company magazine as one of the world’s most innovative companies.
- Osage Bio Energy announced it has signed a contract with Land O’Lakes Purina Feed to market its barley protein meal (BPM).
- AgraQuest Inc. announced the appointment of Cesar Lamonega to Senior Vice President, Sales – Americas & Asia, effective immediately.
- Official judges for World Dairy Expo 2010 have been appointed.
- Farm Journal Media announces the launch on AgWeb.com of the Virtual Wheat Tour.
- The More than 2,000 votes were cast in the inaugural World Ag Expo Top-10 Attendees’ Choice Award and with 570 votes and an average of 4 stars per vote, Magswitch Magnets as the winner.
- A group of public and private agriculture organizations announced an alliance known as Improved Maize for African Soils that will improve food security and livelihoods in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Farmer-leaders of the United Soybean Board and soybean checkoff selected the U.S. Soybean Export Council as its primary contractor to implement its 2011 International Marketing program.
- U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced the appointment of 16 farmer-leaders and two alternates to the United Soybean Board and soybean checkoff.
- James Herring of Amarillo, Tex., has been elected as the new president of CattleFax.
- The world’s largest annual farm equipment show delivered on its promise to power global agriculture. The show opened under rainy skies, but the weather didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of show-goers seeking money- and energy-saving technology.
- Here is an invitation from USDA to attend a Rural Summit with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack in Hillsboro, Mo., on Feb. 26, 2010. If you are interested, please register here.
- Terra Industries Inc. announced that the Company’s Board of Directors has unanimously approved a definitive merger agreement under which Yara International ASA will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Terra common stock for US$41.10 per share in cash.
- USDA had taken the first step toward implementing a plan to address veterinary shortages throughout rural America by repaying the student loans of qualified veterinarians in return for their services in areas suffering from a lack of veterinarians.
- DuPont announced the creation of an advisory committee on Agricultural Innovation & Productivity for the 21st Century, chaired by former U.S. Senator Thomas A. Daschle, as part of the company’s focus to meet the world’s increasing demands for food, feed, fiber and fuel.
- Novus International, Inc., is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Geoffrey Zanton, Ph.D as Manager, Ruminant Nutrition.
- Syngenta Seedcare announced that Dynasty seed treatment fungicide has been approved by the EPA for use on sorghum.
- Winners of the World Ag Expo FFA Toyota Tundra Giveaway, its daily registration prize and the 2010 West Coast Nationals Power Pulling Series have been named. Click here for more information.
- Syngenta Seeds, Inc., announced it received import approval from the National Commission for Sanitary Risks of the Mexican Ministry of Health (COFEPRIS) for genetically modified corn event MIR162, also known as the Agrisure Viptera trait.
- The National Council of Farmer Cooperatives launched a campaign to tell the story of this country’s 2,500 farmer cooperatives to policy makers, government officials, and the American public. Based around the theme of “Farmer Cooperatives: Providing for America”, the campaign will emphasize the central role that co-ops play in preserving the family farm, supporting the rural economy, and bringing innovative products to consumers in the U.S. and around the world.
- The American Humane Association and the Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS) praised the new HBO movie, Temple Grandin, which aired Saturday, Feb. 6.
- Manna Pro has launched a new corporate logo and and tagline, Nurturing Life, which reflect the modern values of its primary customer base.
- The Dairy Business Association recently held elections for their board of directors during their Annual Business Conference’s annual meeting. Re-elected for a third term was corporate member Greg Steele. Newly elected dairy producers include Gordon Speirs and Dr. Gordon A. Jones.
- ANIMART recently donated more than $1,000 to the Dairy Business Association (DBA) on behalf of producer members who purchased Pfizer Animal Health products during a recent program.
- Advanta US Inc. announces that it has acquired 100 percent of the assets and business of Crosbyton Seed Company.
- Harlan Little has been named the North American Business Manager for Leica Geosystems’ agriculture group.
- BASF has announced increased support of Operation S.A.F.E. (Self-Regulating Application and Flight Efficiency) fly-ins by incentivizing aerial applicators who participate in Operation S.A.F.E. fly-ins. The provided financial support can be used by participating aerial applicators towards membership in NAAA or for new spray equipment.
- The Association of Equipment Manufacturers has recognized two U.S. conservation districts for efficient equipment use that enhances local conservation efforts.
- Pioneer Hi-Bred announced the addition of Jerry Flint to its Biotech Affairs and Regulatory Department as senior director, Registration and Regulatory Affairs.
- The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is seeking active dairy producers, who have an interest in serving the state’s dairy industry and directing its future, for nomination to the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board’s Board of Directors.
- TeeJet Technologies introduces the only system available offering guidance and live video to be displayed simultaneously, which helps improve accuracy and efficiency in field operations: the Matrix Guidance System with RealView Guidance Over Video.
- Valley Irrigation announces it has entered into an agreement with Computronics Holdings Ltd. This agreement allows for the development and distribution of Farmscan Variable Rate Irrigation (VRI) controls through Valley dealers worldwide.
- John Deere announces it is holding Drive Green Tractor Experience events at more than 50 locations across the southern and eastern United States for 2010.
- Monsanto Company announced it has received approval from the U.S. EPA for the sales of a new formulation of acetochlor for early post-emergence use in cotton and soybeans. The product will be marketed as MON 63410 Herbicide for the 2010 growing season.
- Extreme Makeover Home Edition has just “knocked on the door” of the home of Brian and Audra Skaggs, Lexington, Okla., active in the Limousin breed and a familiar face in the cattle industry. The reveal will be held Sunday, Feb. 7, and members of the cattle and livestock industry are encouraged to be there when they “move that bus”!
- Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., announces the promotion of three professional service veterinarians. Tom Wetzell, DVM, Angela Baysinger, DVM and Greg Cline, DVM, have been promoted to senior veterinarian.
- BASF and Farm Plan have teamed up to help growers finance their purchase of two crop protection products from BASF through Farm Plan with 0% interest through next fall. To take advantage of this special offer, growers need to sign up by Feb. 15, 2010.
- Newsham Choice Genetics is launching a new Web site to benefit pork producers.
- Elanco Food Solutions has introduced its first food-safety product for the poultry industry. AviBrom is a post-harvest carcass rinse that reduces Salmonella pathogens during processing.
- The National Association of Farm Broadcasting announces that Nov. 10-12, 2010, will be the annual convention at the Westin Crown Center in Kansas City, Mo.
- In preparation for key battles it foresees for the beef industry in coming years, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Board of Directors voted to adopt a report and governance structure concept by a Governance Task Force that would lead to significant structural changes to the organization.
- Linder Farm Network announces its annual Marketing and Management Seminars, held Feb. 15-19, 2010. Registration begins at 8 a.m. each day. Cost is $30 per person.
- Vermeer is pleased to announce a 3-Year Cutterbar Warranty on new Vermeer mowers.
- Joey Spicola, owner and operator of a West Texas cattle ranch, is developing and marketing a computer driven, hand-held livestock weighing device, ClicRweight.
- AG CONNECT Expo 2010 attracted more than 7,700 registered attendees, making it a resounding success in these tough economic times. Planning is already underway for AG CONNECT Expo 2011, which is set for Jan. 7-10, 2011, in Atlanta, Ga.
- EMD Crop BioScience has introduced a new formulation of Torque IF with LCO Promoter Technology for corn that offers growers and Retailers more flexibility and convenience.
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