The American Farm Bureau Federation is sending a farm bill proposal to Capitol Hill that offers a diverse mix of risk management and safety net tools to benefit a wide range of farms. On April 25, the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission will hold a public hearing on China’s agriculture policy and U.S. access to China’s market at Iowa …
BASF Sequential Fungicide Application Program
High-production corn growers can now utilize a fungicide program that includes the latest products from BASF: Priaxor fungicide and Headline AMP fungicide. More than 40 research trials across the Midwest from 2010 to 2012 show a sequential fungicide application program increased corn yield by 15.3 bu/A. The sequential fungicide application program involves an application of a Plant Health fungicide early …
SDA Omega-3 Soybean Oil
DSM Nutritional Products and Monsanto Company announced a strategic partnership to deliver the first SDA (stearidonate soybean oil) omega-3 soybean oil for use in foods in North America. DSM Nutritional Products, the leading global provider of trusted nutritional lipids solutions with the most complete product portfolio (plant, algal and fish) addressing the full spectrum of consumer health benefits will license …
New Names for Beef & Pork Cuts
The National Pork Board and Beef Checkoff Program received unanimous approval from the Industry-Wide Cooperative Meat Identification Standards Committee to introduce updated Uniform Retail Meat Identification Standards nomenclature for fresh beef and pork for retailers to use on pack. Changes to the beef and pork common names were the culmination of extensive consumer research which showed an opportunity for retailers …
Zimfo Bytes
Advanta US, a leading international supplier of proprietary agricultural crop genetics and seed, has named Ruben Dicun, head of business development. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations for seven seats on the National Mango Board. Pinnacle Agriculture Holdings, LLC through its subsidiary Jimmy Sanders Incorporated has acquired the assets of Freeman & Son Seed Company. broadhead, a Minneapolis-based …
Zimfo Bytes
Advanta US, a leading international supplier of proprietary agricultural crop genetics and seed, has named Ruben Dicun, head of business development. Animal Welfare Approved is now accredited by the International Standards Organization. Produce Pro is proud to announce the new Driver App. Bruce Huber, AFM, ARA with Hickory Point Bank in Decatur, IL, has been elected president of the Illinois …
Beef Checkoff Responds to OIG Report
Statement by Weldon Wynn Cattlemen’s Beef Board Chairman & Cattle Producer from Star City, Ark.: April 2, 2013 “We are gratified that the Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit of the Beef Checkoff Program for the years 2008-2010 identified no audit issues and reported full compliance by the Beef Board and its contractors. “In quoting directly from the report: ‘The …
Social Media Overload?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Has winter weather affected drought conditions in your area?” Our poll results: Fifty percent said Yes, thirty-two percent said No, and eighteen percent said it’s Too Early To Tell. Seems the drought of 2012 may not be over. I heard once that weather cycles last 6 years. Sure hope that isn’t the case with …
Zimfo Bytes
An econometric study, conducted by Dr. Timothy Richards from Arizona State University, and Dr. Harry Kaiser from Cornell University, reveals a high return on potato grower assessment dollars invested in United States Potato Board marketing activities. Nufarm Americas, a major manufacturer of crop protection products, has named two new members of its leadership team. The American Shorthorn Association Board of …
Zimfo Bytes
The National Honey Board is seeking persons interested in serving as a Board member or Alternate Board Member. In an effort to further solidify their position as a leader in the nutrient use efficiency and plant health products industry, Horizon Ag-Products announced that it has launched a new corporate identity. The North American Equipment Dealers Association has announced the recipients …