DPH Biologicals today launched a multi-action biofungicide seed treatment called BellaTrove™ Companion Maxx ST that helps seedlings fight pathogens and ensures healthy root systems. BellaTrove Companion Maxx ST is derived from DPH Biologicals’ proprietary strain of a plant-stimulating rhizobacterium. The EPA-registered OMRI-certified biofungicide and bactericide stimulates a plant’s natural defenses against pathogens while improving nutrient uptake and root health. BellaTrove …
Precision Ag News 1/25
The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) awarded two AE50 recognitions to Case IH. The award-winning innovations include: Early Riser® 2150S front-fold split-row planter and Steiger® series tractor with 3-point hitch system. CNH Industrial announces a minority investment in the US-based ag tech company EarthOptics through its Ventures arm. EarthOptics’ proprietary sensor technology precisely measures the health and …
BHN Announces Leadership Expansion
Bio Huma Netics, Inc. (BHN), a leading miner and manufacturer of raw humates (humic and fulvic acids) as well as creator of soil amendments and crop nutrients based on humic technologies, has announced new leadership to better align with the company’s continued growth and strategic goals. In addition, the BHN Research and Development Center has welcomed two new members from …
How Technology Will Help Future Food System
Rob Dongoski is the Global Food & Agribusiness Lead with the corporate consulting firm EY (Ernst & Young) which has as its purpose to build a better working world. His purpose as keynote speaker for day two of the 2023 VISION Conference was to discuss How Technology Will Enable the Future Food System – from Producers to Consumers. As consumers …
Autonomy is Driving New Partnerships in Ag
With the value of the autonomous farming sector forecast to reach $95 billion by 2027 the promise of business growth is leading to interesting partnerships and investment agreements. “Autonomy Makes Strange Bedfellows” was the title of a panel at the 2023 VISION Conference this week organized by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and moderated by Senior Vice President Curt …
Unlocking the Potential of Imaging at VISION 2023
Leaders in imagery technology offered insights into the true value proposition for agricultural users during one of the first panels at this week’s VISION Conference in Glendale, Arizona. Dave Gebhardt, General Manager for EarthDaily Agro, moderated the panel which focused on fully utilizing the massive potential of imaging data. “Imagery has been around for a long, long time and it’s …
Precision Ag News 1/18
Strengthening its commitment to Working Together for a Planet of Plenty, Alltech Crop Science has acquired Ideagro, based in Murcia, Spain. This partnership joins two leading platforms to accelerate soil and crop research, and to enhance biological and other microorganism-based offerings to Alltech Crop Science customers throughout the world. Golden Harvest will hold a series of nine virtual sessions focused …
Groundwork BioAg Expands North American Team
Groundwork BioAg announced today that industry leader Andrew Duff has joined as General Manager – North America. Duff, who has more than 20 years of experience in biostimulants, seed technology and U.S. crop production, will help the company accelerate the adoption of its Rootella mycorrhizal inoculants and meet demand for biological solutions in mainstream crops, such as corn, soybean and …
Welcome to the 6th Annual VISION Conference
The 6th annual VISION Conference kicked off in Glendale, Arizona Tuesday with a welcome from Joe Monahan, President and Chief Operating Officer of Meister Media Worldwide, organizer of the event. “Our goal with the vision conference is to bring together a broad mix of voice, perspectives and capabilities that are driving change across the food value chain,” said Monahan. “It’s really …
Industry Ag News 1/13
Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 104th Convention adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2023. Key topics ranged from expanding risk management programs and improving dairy pricing transparency to battling hunger. Delegates were polled regarding their farms at the beginning of the voting session. The results show almost 99% (334 delegates) of those who …