Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Field Crops”
BASF Highlights New Stoneville Cotton Varieties for 2026 Growing Season BASF is spotlighting new cotton seed varieties for growers to consider in 2026, expanding its Stoneville portfolio with strong yield performance and enhanced disease resistance. We sat down with Kenny Melton, U.S. Agronomy Lead for BASF, to discuss the latest additions and what they mean for southeastern cotton growers and …
The Peanut Institute Highlights Nutrition and Health Benefits of Peanuts The Peanut Institute, funded by the peanut industry, continues to promote research and education focused on improving the nutritional understanding of peanuts and peanut butter. As consumers search for convenient, healthy food ingredients and snack options, peanuts remain one of the most popular and nutrient-dense choices available. According to The …
Mark Oppold with An American Agriculture History Minute highlights a surprising and influential chapter in U.S. agricultural and marketing history—one that connects food production, consumer tastes, and one of the most recognizable mascots in America. Leo Burnett’s Early Career in Agriculture Leo Burnett, who would later become one of the most influential figures in advertising history, began his career working …
Trade relationships with Canada and Mexico have been a major topic of discussion this week within the U.S. Peanut Federation, as industry leaders stress the importance of maintaining strong export markets under the USMCA agreement. According to the federation, the agreement plays a critical role in supporting peanut farmers and the broader U.S. agricultural economy. Peanuts are grown in 13 …
Market attention remains focused on soybean and soybean meal trade volume as the week winds down, following a period of heightened activity and shifting global fundamentals. Trade volume surged to an all-time high last Friday, signaling strong interest and aggressive positioning by market participants. However, activity has pulled back since then, suggesting traders are reassessing direction after the recent spike. …
Labor, Land, and Innovation: How 19th-Century Farming Became More Efficient American agriculture in the 19th century underwent a profound transformation as new tools and techniques reshaped how crops were planted, cultivated, and harvested. A comparison of corn and wheat production between 1850 and 1890 reveals how early mechanization dramatically reduced labor demands while maintaining similar land requirements. These changes laid …
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced what it calls the “strongest protections in agency history” for the over-the-top (OTT) application of dicamba on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybean crops. The new regulatory framework introduces tighter controls while maintaining access to a tool many farmers say is critical for combating herbicide-resistant weeds. According to an EPA press release, “President Trump …
The National Peanut Buying Bonds Association (NPBBA) will hold its annual meeting February 12 through February 15 in Louisville, Kentucky, bringing together industry leaders to discuss current challenges and future opportunities across the peanut sector. This year’s meeting theme, From Setback to Comeback: The Power of the Peanut Industry, reflects both recent obstacles and the industry’s outlook moving forward. The …
This week marks the annual meeting of the National Peanut Buying Points Association (NPBPA), as industry leaders gather in Kentucky for several days of meetings, discussion, and networking. This year, the association voted to hold its meeting in conjunction with the National Farm Machinery Show, providing attendees the opportunity to participate in both events. The meeting will take place Thursday, …
Michigan agriculture stands as one of the most diverse and productive farming systems in the United States. From fruit and dairy to beans, potatoes, and wine grapes, the state consistently ranks among the nation’s top agricultural producers. This American Agriculture History Minute highlights why Michigan farmers play such a critical role in feeding the country and supporting rural economies. Over …
