Web-based anhydrous ammonia safety training offered statewide
A high priority for the Illinois Department of Agriculture and Illinois agricultural organizations is preventing the accidental release of anhydrous ammonia.
Yield Challenge participants see firsthand benefits
Farmers, agronomists and retailers find numerous benefits in the Illinois Soybean Association’s Yield Challenge, including finding that open window into increased production through sustainable practices.
DuPont Pioneer begins patent protection program
DuPont Pioneer kicks off its Partners in Innovation intellectual property protection program for soybeans this year. Under the program, those purchasing the company’s soybean seed could be randomly selected for an on-farm product compliance check to ensure no bin-run seeds were planted, a violation of patent rules.
Boosting soybean yields goes beyond genetics
Soil is a “living system” and should not be treated like “dirt.” Ken Curtis of Prairie City uses that belief as his foundation for a systems approach on more than 2,000 acres of corn and soybean production.
Compliance checks will set a level playing field
A new product compliance check implemented by DuPont Pioneer benefits both the company and soybean growers. Beginning in the spring of 2013, Agro Protection International, working on behalf of DuPont Pioneer, will begin visiting farms across the U.S.
Drought-resistant hybrids gain steam entering 2013
DuPont Pioneer anticipates a tripling of acres planted with its drought-resistant hybrid this year as it doubles the amount of its AQUAmax products available in the marketplace.
DuPont Pioneer launches T Series soybeans
A new series of Pioneer soybeans will be available to growers across North America for the upcoming growing season. Developed through DuPont Pioneer’s proprietary Accelerated Yield Technology, the T Series includes 39 new soybean products available over seven maturity groups. Among the new class of T Series soybeans, 34 varieties will carry the Roundup Ready gene.
Integrated refuge products minimize complexity
Insect refuge management and, more recently, reports of rootworm resistance are among the concerns for corn growers as they plan for the upcoming season.
Integrity of certified seed relies on clean machines
With planting season approaching and more growers relying on seed treatments to provide disease and insect protection, application specialists advise frequent cleaning of seed-treating equipment to maintain the integrity of certified seed.
Geography-based field tests give ‘Choice’ to growers
The new Choice Trials and traditional duplicated field tests are among the tasks coordinated through Beck’s Hybrids’ new central Illinois facility.
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