Applications for the Murray Wise Associates Foundation have been extended to April 15 to allow promising agriculture students to apply and ensure that no scholarships go unclaimed. Charles Whitt has joined Becker Underwood as communications manager for the company’s U.S.- and Mexico-based operations. Syngenta announced the launch of Catalyst, a new seed brand that gives growers an additional opportunity to …

R&D LifeSciences, LLC, announced the hiring of Megan Passow as marketing coordinator. A new United States Potato Board demand metric was introduced by President and CEO Tim O’Connor at the USPB’s 40th Annual Meeting. The National Milk Producers Federation will now manage the licensing and use of the REAL Seal. Palisade 2EC plant growth regulator now registered for use on …

This week, 200 4-H members from across the country came to the nation’s capital to make their voice heard as part of the 2012 National 4-H Conference. R&D LifeSciences, LLC, announced the hiring of Katie Johnson as an animal nutritionist. Woodruff Sweitzer was appointed the agency of record for Livestock Identification Services Ltd. The Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association …

The United States Potato Board grower membership elected new leadership during its annual meeting. NovaSource announces that Lorox agricultural herbicide has just been accepted for use on edamame (immature soybeans) by the EPA. The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers and AG CONNECT Expo will introduce Gold and Silver innovation awards at the opening ceremonies of AG CONNECT Expo …

Wyffels Hybrids rolled out 27 new products, including 12 new base genetics, for 2013. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., announces the three recipients of its annual Advancement in PRRS Research Awards. Thousands of FFA members from 856 FFA chapters in 12 states have finished a huge effort to connect with local farmers, and many of those members dedicated to agricultural education …

United Fresh Produce Association is pleased to announce the publication of the Image of Fresh-Cut Toolkit. The Mosaic Nutrient Removal App has been selected byCropLife Magazine as a best app for agriculture. Swanson Russell announces the promotion of Candace Kalasky and Tyler Thomas. The 2012 Cooperative Communicators Association Institute will be June 2 – 5 in Tucson, Arizona.

The Agricultural Marketing Service Fruit and Vegetable Program invites you to take part in a series of free, interactive webinars on our many programs and services. Now is the time for farmers to support their school district through America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education, a program that gives farmers the opportunity to nominate their public school district to compete for a …

The USDA will amend the federal marketing order regulating the handling of dates produced or packed in Riverside County, Calif. Twelve of the nation’s premier agriculture students were recently selected for the 2012 International Collegiate Agricultural Leadership Program. Peanut Proud 2012 will be held Saturday, March 24 in Blakely, Ga. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association submitted comments on the USDA’s …

Agro Culture LIQUID Fertilizers has announced its intention to break ground on a new corporate headquarters facility in St. Johns, MI this spring. The Georgia Peanut Commission will hold a referendum March 15 through April 15 giving peanut producers an opportunity to vote on reaffirming the commission. The U.S. EPA has granted registration approval for DuPont Fontelis fungicide. DuPont announced …

Brownfield Mobile, the most comprehensive and user-friendly mobile agriculture information product available today, is getting an upgrade. The PrecisionAg Give-Away winners were announced at the 2012 Commodity Classic. Click here to see a list of winners. Farm Progress Companies is pleased to announce its latest honor as a finalist in the MediaPost Appy Awards in the Business Media App category …