Growth Energy, the coalition of U.S. ethanol supporters, launched its one month “Fuel on the Fourth” promotion offering nearly $300 in E85 fuel to Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) owners. Iowa men and women with a commitment to the future of Iowa agriculture and an interest in developing their leadership potential are invited to apply for Class V of the Iowa …
CropLife America National Policy Conference
CropLife America is hosting its first annual national policy conference via webcast next month. The conference, entitled Modern Agriculture: Exploring its Relationship with Technology, Science & Society, will bring together leading experts in the fields of agriculture, technology and policy to discuss various issues facing modern agriculture. Panelists will discuss the essential role of technology to produce more food while …
Syngenta Seeds Updates
VipCot™ cotton has gotten new EPA approval, and the Multi-Pest Complex will soon be ready to fight black and dingy cutworms in the Corn Belt, according to the latest news from Syngenta Seeds. Syngenta Seeds just announced that EPA has approved a natural refuge option for its VipCot™ cotton technology. VipCot* cotton contains the transgenic cotton events COT67B, which produces …
Shady Dale Rodeo
This was one of my favorite photos from the Shady Dale Rodeo. I took an extra day before the start of the Corn Utilization and Technology Conference which starts tomorrow in Atlanta. It was a fun time with family and friends. The Shady Dale Rodeo, now in it’s 27th year, is presented by Masonic Lodges Walton #200 and Jasper #50 …
The Antique Tractor Show
Antique tractors are a passion for Michael Hinton. He decided there needed to be a good resource for people who share that passion so he started The Antique Tractor Show. This website is meant to be a place to find information and to enhance the effort he’s teamed up with Frazier Dailey who has Antique Tractors Forum. The Antique Tractor …
Becoming A Researcher in China
Zachary Larson, Borlaug Summer Intern, is on location at Nanjing Agricultural University and providing us with updates this summer of his trip. Here’s his latest. You can also find a photo album he’s got started here: Borlaug Summer Intern Photo Album How to become a researcher in a few easy steps, Part 1 So here I now am in China. …
Corn Crib Baseball Makes Frontier League Commish Happy
The Commissioner of the Frontier League, Independent Professional Baseball, is Bill Lee. Here’s Bill making some opening remarks prior to the first home game of the Normal CornBelters in the Corn Crib. I spoke to him about this new franchise and what he thinks about the support of Illinois Corn Growers. Bill says it’s a wonderful thing because it’s a …
Dupont Acquires Seed Companies
DuPont has entered into agreements to acquire AgVenture, Kentland, Ind.; Hoegemeyer Hybrids, Hooper, Neb., and NuTech Seed, Ames, Iowa; as part of its Pioneer Hi-Bred business’ PROaccess strategy. Closings are scheduled to occur in the latter part of 2010. Terms were not disclosed. The innovation breadth and depth of Pioneer research and development will strengthen the already robust businesses and …
Firms Form Strategic Alliance
Broadhead + Co and Drake & Company jointly announced the formation of a “strategic alliance,” effective July 1, between the two firms to expand available services and expertise to their respective association clientele, and to be best positioned for new association business opportunities. One of the benefits of the strategic alliance will be the sharing of personnel resources, particularly those …
Zimfo Bytes
Hoard’s Dairyman has unveiled a new Web site as a complement to its print publication and as a service to readers across the country and globe. The launch coincides with the magazine’s 125th anniversary and celebratory issue. Gowan Company, LLC is pleased to announce the formation of Gowan USA, LLC (GUSA), a wholly-owned subsidiary, with its sole focus on the …