Agtech seedlings: Fresh Del Monte to manufacture biofertilizer from pineapple waste

Also in this week's farm technology news: FarmRaise introduces a platform for companies to manage agricultural sustainability programs, and FMC taps AI to accelerate product discovery.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 17, 2024

Bayer details layoffs as company shake-up continues

The reduction of 1,500 roles in the first quarter is part of CEO Bill Anderson’s plan to shrink Bayer’s bureaucracy and “radically realign” its culture.

By Delilah Alvarado • May 16, 2024

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As the sector anxiously awaits a farm bill, producers are expected to take advantage of new opportunities in renewable energy and regenerative agriculture.

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Geomagnetic storm scrambles tractor navigation systems

The massive solar storm that splashed the northern lights across the sky disrupted farming operations at the peak of planting season.

By S.L. Fuller , Sarah Zimmerman • May 15, 2024

Global soybean production poised for record growth

Surging demand for biofuels and lower supply out of South America are expected to benefit the U.S. until the beginning of next year.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 14, 2024

House Republicans shed more light on proposed farm bill

The plan includes more information on how conservatives would allocate additional climate funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 13, 2024

Ferrero unwraps first chocolate factory in North America

The confectionery manufacturer also recently invested in Oregon’s hazelnut growers as it seeks to expand its presence in the U.S.

By Joelle Anselmo • May 13, 2024

Agtech Seedlings: Nvidia invests in weed-killing robots | Startup lands $26M for cattle methane vaccine

Also in this week’s farm technology news: Federal agencies collaborate on an overhaul of biotech regulation, and Syngenta's Adepidyn fungicide is on track to surpass a $1 billion sales milestone.

By Agriculture Dive staff • May 10, 2024

EPA proposes ban of acephate-based pesticides used on fruits and vegetables

One agriculture consultant said the loss "from our insecticide toolbox would be like sending a soldier off to battle without his rifle."

By Nathan Owens • May 8, 2024

US to raise Morocco phosphate fertilizer tariffs again

Farm groups are worried the move will drive up costs as they see lower returns for their crops. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 7, 2024

Produce farms will need to test water for contamination in long-awaited food safety rule

The update aims to better address potential pathogen contamination before fruits and vegetables are harvested.

By Nathan Owens • May 6, 2024

Farmers blast cover crop requirements for sustainable jet fuel tax credits

Corn and soybean growers say the rules will limit access to the lucrative SAF market as some climate-smart production practices are too expensive or not feasible for farms to implement.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 6, 2024

Too much of a sweet thing: Cherry growers struggle after oversupply decimates prices

Warmer weather is shortening harvests and putting more farmers in direct competition with each other, pushing the industry to come up with innovative solutions to extend the growing season.

By Leah Borts-Kuperman • May 6, 2024

Agtech Seedlings: Indigo Ag splits carbon credit, crop protection businesses in restructuring

Also in this week’s farm technology news: Software investor Arcadea Group wants to create "field to wholesale" traceability with its recent acquisition, and PowerPollen generates investor buzz.

By Nathan Owens • May 3, 2024

Better Cotton audits farms it previously certified following deforestation investigation

Environmental watchdog Earthsight accused the nonprofit of falsely certifying cotton produced on deforested land for major fashion brands including Zara and H&M.

By Laurel Deppen • May 3, 2024

ADM profits tumble 24% as global grain supplies balloon

The agriculture giant is focusing on key priorities to weather a down cycle as the Justice Department looks into its accounting practices.

By Nathan Owens • May 2, 2024

Agtech Seedlings: Bayer aims to launch first bioinsecticide for arable crops | Corteva sells fungicide assets

Also in this week’s farm technology news: China's DJI unveils new agriculture drones, and a new crop yield outlook tool could help farmers anticipate extreme weather events.

By Agriculture Dive staff • April 26, 2024

Bunge, Viterra merger raises competition concerns in Canada

Regulators say the deal could harm grain purchases and canola oil sales in certain markets.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 26, 2024

EPA designates 2 PFAs as hazardous substance, says enforcement not aimed at farms

Agriculture groups contend the rule does not go far enough to protect farmers who unknowingly spread “forever chemicals” through fertilizer biosolids.

By Megan Quinn , Sarah Zimmerman • April 25, 2024

Cotton used by H&M and Zara linked to illegal deforestation: report

A year-long investigation by nonprofit Earthsight found that fiber certified by ethical supply chain organization Better Cotton was grown on "stolen" and "deforested" land in Brazil.

By Lauren Schenkman • April 24, 2024

ADM’s suspended CFO to resign amid accounting scandal

Vikram Luthar — who was placed on a forced leave in January — will assist the company and be paid his base salary until his resignation is effective on Sept. 30.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • April 23, 2024

CHS buys 8 grain facilities from Cargill

The agricultural cooperative said the deal will help its farmers better compete in the global marketplace.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 23, 2024

Agtech Seedlings: BioLumic laser-focused on lowering cattle emissions; Edible Garden upbeat about Q1

Also in this week’s farm technology news: a new fertilizer tool developed by university scientists could save farmers millions of dollars annually.

By Nathan Owens • April 19, 2024

Del Monte Foods reports emissions reduction, sets net-zero goal for 2050

The food producer and distributor has expanded regenerative agriculture practices and lowered its fertilizer use through advancements in seed breeding.

By Zoya Mirza • April 19, 2024

Industry groups urge USDA to reverse cancellation of critical livestock reporting

The department also ended a cotton survey as well as county-level crop reports and estimates, citing budgetary constraints.

By Nathan Owens • April 18, 2024

Cargill partners with Purina to expand regenerative agriculture in pet food

The collaboration aims to improve the Nestlé division’s grain supply chain and Cargill’s work with farmers to implement eco-friendly practices.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 18, 2024