N.C. farmers may be familiar with the Weed Free NC program and USB’s Take Action program, which have focused on the elimination of herbicide resistant weeds and promoting farming practices that preserve herbicide technologies so they will be a tool for farmers long into the future. Because fungicides may also be heading towards the path…
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Three North Carolina soy growers recently toured aquaculture farms and fish processing plants in Vietnam. Ryan Cahoon, Brett Medlin and Simmy Williams were part of a trade team organized by the U.S. Soy Export Council (USSEC) to increase U.S. soy consumption in Vietnam. Fish farmers in Asia are a large and growing market for U.S.…
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When the time is right to make a move to add data into a farm operation, setting up precision agriculture systems, software and sensors the right way is critical. It is helpful to consult an expert to ensure the data is useful. Scott Shearer, Ph.D., a professor and chair of the department of food, agriculture…
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There are just a few days left to register for the NC SoyPAC’s annual Sporting Clays Challenge on Apr. 7, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Drake Landing in Fuquay-Varina, N.C. before the early registration discount expires! The Challenge is open to all soy growers or industry professionals. Both experienced and novice shooters…
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Cargill’s processing plant in Fayetteville is scheduled to undergo maintenance for six weeks starting in early April. In the meantime, sellers report that the Fayetteville plant is taking deliveries on a limited basis only due to nearly full storage. The Cargill Raleigh location is closed for deliveries at this time. And the Cargill Selma location…
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At this time of the year, farmers have their eye on yield monitors, and there will undoubtedly be some parts of fields that have higher yields than others. Why is this, what factors can lead to the greatest yield loss and what strategies can farmers use for the greatest return on investment? The High-Yield project…
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With all the new technologies entering the market to help farmers combat herbicide resistance, it can be tough keeping track of the latest product approvals. USB has created a chart to help with planning weed control systems by tracking the latest in approval statuses for seed traits and herbicide chemistries. CLICK HERE to download the…
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Having a plan for equipment management and repairs can help keep long-term repair costs down, as well as keep time lost from equipment repairs to a minimum. Check out the tips in THIS ARTICLE for better management of farm machinery.
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Not long after I left my international trade job at the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, I met Ray Starling, a farm boy turned attorney who was starting a new job as the General Counsel in Agriculture Commissioner Troxler’s office. Ray proved to be a good friend to the soybean industry and…
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Make plans now to join Agriculture Commissioner Troxler, the N.C. Farm Bureau, commodity groups and more to bring awareness to the legislature about the importance of agriculture in North Carolina at Ag Awareness Day. The schedule for the day is: 9:00 a.m.: Shuttle buses run from the Exposition building at the N.C. State Fairgrounds to…
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Everyone knows there are many benefits to crop rotation and have probably learned about its impact on sustainable farming, but a new research study sheds more light on the subject. New research from Michigan State University shows that crop rotation increases the function of soil microbial communities that benefit plant growth. It also improves soil…
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Make plans now to join the NC SoyPAC for its annual Sporting Clays Challenge on Apr. 7, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Drake Landing in Fuquay-Varina, N.C. Any soy grower or industry professional may participate. All proceeds benefit the NC SoyPAC which advocates for federal policies favorable to soybean growers, and supports…
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