The U.S. EPA has finalized a new dicamba label for over-the-top use in soybeans and cotton for the next two growing seasons. Three products, including Stryax from Bayer, Engenia from BASF and Tavium from Syngenta, can be used with stricter guidance compared to previous seasons. Some prior restrictions from the EPA will continue in order […]

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The senior vice president of government affairs with the Renewable Fuels Association says he’s optimistic lawmakers will find a path forward on legislation for nationwide, year-round E15. “We’re keeping our fingers crossed.” The E15 Rural Domestic Energy Council met recently and Troy Bredenkamp tells Brownfield… We are hopeful this council can come to terms with […]

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An east central Illinois farmer and grain bin builder says demand for on-farm grain storage remains high despite the sluggish economy. Sarah Hastings, who co-owns Hastings CCI Equipment, says many farmers are still wanting to expand bin-space for a variety of reasons. “Especially something that’s going to take four or five years to pay off […]

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The president and CEO of the American Egg Board says egg producers are looking at overseas markets to grow demand. Emily Metz says prices are low and southeast Asia could be a good customer. “Southeast Asia has a lot of opportunities for egg products, both liquid and dried, particularly in the bakery, the hospitality, and […]

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