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A 2025 outlook on crop protection products, fertilizer and government regulations was presented at the recent 4R Field Talk, hosted by the Illinois Soybean Association and Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association.

In an effort to forge relationships and increase export sales of agricultural products, the Illinois Department of Agriculture hosted 31 international buyers from nine countries as part of a four-day tour.

As he walked to the stage to collect the Corn Advocate of the Year award, Tim Thompson looked genuinely shocked. His mouth fell open, and his eyes widened.

In the years leading up to being named president and CEO, Brian Barker was familiar with AgReliant Genetics. Then he received a call.

Bayer CropScience submitted an application to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for a new product containing dicamba herbicide that would remove an over-the-top application in soybeans.

Farmers need residual corn herbicide Storen now more than ever.

State FFA President Thaddeus Bergschnider, Vice President Eric Wisley, Reporter Cooper Nelson, Secretary Riley Kessler and Treasurer Benjamin Bremmer are nine months through their year as state officers.

The word sustainability has been tossed around like a leaf on a windy fall day, but is there proof in the pudding?

Earlier planted soybeans have become the norm as agronomists and academia tout the practice’s benefit in optimizing growth and ultimately yields.

A preemergent herbicide with three sites of action received a full rollout into the marketplace this year and was highlighted at the Farm Progress Show.

A new corn herbicide product for residual control was highlighted at this year’s Farm Progress Show. Storen received registration approval this past July and will be available for use in 2024.

When it comes to the farm bill, every entity involved with the legislation has a different perspective. For state departments of agriculture, which are charged with administering some — but not all — parts of the farm bill, the legislation can bring confusion.

It’s just about guaranteed crops will experience stress at some point in the growing season — and this year was no exception.

Sitting in a large tent sponsored by Syngenta, their company logo on the screen behind her, Chris Chinn, director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture, offered up some food for thought on the current China challenge.

Dave Kestel is well known on social media for his consistently positive attitude and his upbeat and patriotic photos that salute the American flag and the American farmer.

When farmers and ag industry representatives journey to the next Farm Progress Show, what are the hot topics going to be?

With 2023 planting complete, growers are turning their attention to managing their in-season inputs, and one of the key decisions remaining this year is whether or not to use a fungicide.

Syngenta announced its latest residual corn herbicide, Storen, has been registered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and will be available for use in 2024, subject to state approvals.

Syngenta Crop Protection’s Seedcare business introduced Equento, a novel seed treatment that provides outstanding control of various soil pests while helping farmers increase the sustainability of their farming operations.

A new incubation center for innovation designed to bring research and development close to farmers is now operating in northern Illinois.

Chris Gould planted soybeans this year on some of the acres where he grew soybeans last year.

With the spread of yield-robbing diseases like tar spot and frogeye leaf spot throughout the United States, fungicide applications have grown increasingly popular and crucial to protect yield potential.

Despite the urging from her high school ag teacher, becoming an ag instructor was not in Miranda Buss’s career plans.

In some areas today, 100-bushel soybean yields have become the new standard. Jared Benson, soybean product manager at NK Seeds, said he envisions every farm in the not-too-distant future averaging at least 100 bushels an acre.

Early-season diseases are a common threat for soybean growers, but knowing exactly what to expect in an upcoming season can be a challenge.

Root, stalk and foliar diseases, as well as stressful environmental conditions, are among the constant threats to yield potential — and going “cleaner and greener” can provide the protection needed.

Providing a solid source of protection that helps soybean plants emerge with more vigor and uniformity sets the foundation for higher yield potential at season’s end.

When Mary Kay Thatcher talks about the political climate surrounding the farm bill, she’s speaking from experience.

Voters and their political parties are moving further to the right and further to the left, away from the center, and that may not be the best news for U.S. agriculture or for farmers.

Those 2- to 4-inch weeds that emerge amid young corn plants may appear harmless, but are stealing water, costly nutrients and yields before they are eliminated with a post-emergence herbicide application.

A unique tool that places farm sustainability insights into the hands of growers was launched this year by Syngenta.

A portfolio of digital farming tools has been developed to provide growers with reliable information and real-time data to solve challenges.

Research and development, partnerships and digital solutions continue to be at the forefront for Syngenta Crop Protection. “We continue to be committed to innovation and helping bring products that make farmers better at what they do,” Vern Hawkins said at a media summit.

The lyrics of a Grateful Dead song, “What a long, strange trip it’s been,” could best sum up the past few years and the impacts continue turning toward 2023. Jeff Cecil, Syngenta Crop Protection marketing head, kicked off a media summit with a look at hot topics and trends in ag.

Switching to Enogen corn silage in dairy rations can increase feed efficiency. “We found you get on average about a 5% increase in feed efficiency,” said Chris Cook, head of Enogen for Syngenta Seeds.

Six students recently received 2022 Accelerating a Generation Syngenta Scholarships. These students, who are acquiring degrees focused on agricultural pursuits, will each receive a $2,500 scholarship.

Dairy Management Inc. has hired Lori Captain as executive vice president of global sustainability strategy, science and industry affairs.

The Star in Agriculture Placement award will be presented during the Stars over Illinois ceremony June 15.

Syngenta Crop Protection’s Seedcare business is unveiling Victrato, a novel technology with a powerful combination of nematode and disease control for growers looking to increase the quality and yield of their crops and support the long-term health of their soil.

Thirty years ago, an Iowa farmer was forced by circumstance to seek an alternative way to till his fields. That decision made out of necessity delivered unexpected economic, soil health and yield rewards for Wayne Fredricks.

Adding nutrition on the planter and spoon-feeding the plants throughout the season provided the highest soybean yield and a top three return on investment in Precision Technology Institute trials in 2021.

Agronomists at Golden Harvest recommend three corn management practices to maximize yield potential.

As farmers prepare for the 2022 season, the Golden Harvest agronomy team recommends three research-backed corn management practices that can maximize yield potential: optimizing corn seeding rates, implementing narrow row spacing and enhancing nutrient management.

The National Farm Machinery Show returns to Louisville Feb. 16-19, allowing the farming and agribusiness industry to learn about the latest equipment updates, explore new technology and prepare for the spring planting season.

The weed seed bank is one place where nobody wants to see their accounts grow. “Unlike your bank account, you can’t withdraw the weed seed bank deposits that are made. You can’t change that. A net-zero deposit would be great,” said Blake Miller, a Syngenta agronomic service representative.

This is one bank where less is more. “One question growers have to ask themselves — what is my risk for not having good weed control this year?” said Chad Threewits, Syngenta agronomic service representative for Indiana.

Students studying agriculture have a chance to win a $2,500 scholarship and a donation to the charity of their choice through the 2022 Accelerating a Generation Syngenta Scholarship Program.

Intelinair, the maker of AGMRI, announced the addition of LeAnn Bruns as territory account manager with sales responsibilities in Indiana.

Fungal diseases in corn, like tar spot, are advancing. “It’s out there. I would say Illinois had tar spot from north to south this year,” said Phil Krieg, Syngenta Agronomy service representative based in Southern Illinois.

Tar spot, a relative newcomer to the Corn Belt’s disease lineup, is changing the way that growers and agronomists look at fungicides on corn.