Both Bayer and Monsanto have confirmed that negotiations for the sale of Monsanto are continuing and a new offer has been made. Bayer has updated its proposal to a non-binding $127.50 per share in cash. Monsanto says it will continue its conversations with Bayer as it evaluates the offer, but it’s also considering other offers from Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® …
Commodities Come Together on Phenotyping Initiative
From the National Corn Growers Association: The Multi-Commodity Phenotyping Initiative kicked off joint activities by hosting an educational webinar for representatives from member organizations on the current state of phenotyping science and current U.S. government phenotyping programs. This first step, which was organized by the National Corn Growers Association, provided a strong foundation for the coalition moving forward. The Initiative …
Peanut Usage Was Up in July
Tyron Spearman has good news for peanut farmers, as new numbers show peanut usage was up in July. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Alabama Preparing for October Beef Month
The beef checkoff in Alabama is busy preparing for a big promotion, October Beef Month. For those of you who have been keeping up with Alabama’s Best Steak Contest, you know the judging of the Fiery Four is taking place right now. And Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association says the winner of that contest will be revealed during …
Florida Collegiate Cattlewomen to Help Promote Beef
It’s always great when young people become involved in agriculture. And Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council talks about a group of young women she’s excited to work with in promoting beef in the state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Georgia Beef Board Pleased with New Article
A new article concerning beef and pairing it with other great foods is something the Georgia Beef Board encourages everyone to read. Kaytlyn Malia has the details of where you can find this article. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
NCC Joins Group Concerned with WOTUS
Congress returns to work this week and the National Cotton Council is one organization that continues efforts to protect U.S. agriculture’s interests in Washington. And while WOTUS, the Waters of the U.S. is not a topic likely to be discussed the next few weeks Robbie Minnich, NCC’s Senior Government Relations Representative, says they recently joined a group with concerns on …
Congress Back in Session This Week
After a seven-week recess, Congress returns to session this week as many have little expectation lawmakers will accomplish much of anything with the November elections looming. Topping the discussion is likely to be the highly debated Zika virus funding, marred in a spat between Democrats and Republicans over last-minute additions to the bill. For agriculture, Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide …
U.S. Watermelon Imports Growing
New data from the Department of Agriculture shows the majority of watermelons consumed in the U.S. are produced domestically, but imports are growing rapidly. USDA says watermelon imports accounted for 1.5 billion pounds, or a third of domestic use in 2015, up from 11 percent in 2000 and seven percent in 1990. Part of the increase in imports can be …
Peanut Market Slowing Down
The latest news indicates the peanut market is seeing a slowdown. Tyron Spearman has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024