Truterra is announcing a new carbon program created specifically for dairy producers is among the options to help farmers adopt climate-smart practices. The 2024 Truterra® dairy soils carbon programs reward pre-qualified dairy producers who adopt sustainable farming practices on the crops they use for dairy feed – including silage and alfalfa. Sustainable practices include the use of cover crops, strip-till …
The Latest with Huma
I talked with representatives from Huma, who were attending their first Ag Media Summit, about the news releases we distribute for them. We decided an interview about their products was in order. So, I was introduced to Fred Nichols, Chief Sales and Marketing Office, Huma. We just spoke by phone on several topics. We started with fall fertility and when …
UFA Co-operative and MyLand Announce Commercial Pilot
UFA Co-operative (UFA) and soil health company MyLand are excited to announce a three-year collaboration on a commercial pilot with various growers in Alberta, Canada. The goal of the initiative is to transform responsible farming practices and soil health management, leveraging advanced microbial technologies to benefit farmers and the environment. The commercial pilot will be integrating MyLand’s proprietary technology and …
DPH Biologicals Unveils New Technology Platform
DPH Biologicals has announced its new Prime platform to deliver next generation biologicals with an expanded portfolio. The platform uses a patented production process for Bacillus spp., a leading plant growth rhizobacterium, to accelerate the germination of bacteria spores, supporting overall plant development while providing crops with more consistent resilience against heat, drought, and alkaline and saline soil conditions. “Historically …
MyLand Adds Two New Directors of Grower Relations
Soil health company MyLand has added two new Directors of Grower Relations to enhance support for an increasing number of growers across Texas, California, and Washington State. Landon Gheer will partner with MyLand’s valued growers throughout Texas, and Gilbert (Gil) Rodriguez will join the California team for growers across the state and the Pacific Northwest. Both report to Dave Booher, …
Custom Agronomics Acquires BioTek Ag
Florida-based specialty products company Custom Agronomics has acquired North Carolina-based BioTek Ag to expand its focus on nutrient use efficiency products. Custom Agronomics is a formulator and manufacturer of private-label liquid plant nutrition, nutrient use efficiency, and other specialty products for the agriculture, turf, and ornamental markets. BioTek Ag has more than three decades of experience helping farmers improve and …
MyLand Welcomes Nicole Small
Soil health company MyLand welcomes Nicole Small to the team as Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications. Charged with driving comprehensive marketing campaigns, Small will lead efforts to enhance brand visibility, amplify research and development results, and emphasize MyLand’s commitment to Exceptional Service for growers. Small oversees the marketing team and reports to Shelley Baugh, MyLand Vice President, Marketing & Culture. …
Partnership to Help Farmers with Conservation Programs
A new partnership has been formed between Taranis and Steward Link to help growers with program application and validation of implemented practices to better utilize USDA conservation programs. Taranis is a global leader in AI-powered crop intelligence, and Steward Link was created by a former USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services employee to match up farmers with federal program opportunities. The …
MyLand Announces Water Saving Data for World Water Day
Soil health company MyLand celebrated World Water Day this year by releasing new data on water conservation benefits achieved through its Soil as a Service (SaaS) offering, demonstrating MyLand’s impact on water conservation in Arizona and California. MyLand partners with growers to improve soil health and soil function by harnessing the land’s native organics, resulting in profound impacts on water …
Study Finds Higher Corn Yield with Pivot Bio Microbial Nitrogen
A recent study at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment found that replacing 40 pounds of synthetic nitrogen with Pivot Bio PROVEN® 40 can increase corn yields while reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizer. The study showed an average corn yield of 195 bushels per acre across nitrogen rates, and plots treated with PROVEN 40 yielded …