Winter crop forecast from Rabobank tips big result for those in the dry
Rabobank forecasts broken hearts for some growers battling wet weather but the majority will pocket their biggest haul in years Local growers are on track to harvest a near-record winter grain crop of 61.9 million tonnes, according to Rabobank’s 2022-23 winter crop forecast. But Rabobank predicts what will be a record for some farmers will be heartbreak […]
KUHN trailed sprayer models in the METRIS 2 and LEXIS range offer crop protection solutions
KUHN trailed sprayer models are designed to move quickly across crops and disperse product with a precision target approach For busy farm growing enterprises, the quality and accuracy of spraying machinery has become more crucial than ever to ensure that crops are protected durably and sustainably. With trailed, mounted, and front tank spraying models available, […]
Research into Frost and heat impact on cropping gains a $9.3 million grant
It is estimated grain growers are losing more than $500 million annually in wheat yields ravaged by frost and heat A 9.3 million co-investment supported by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), will work to determine the definitive impacts of frost and heat risk on grains crops and develop tangible, commercial products that growers […]
Asia Agri-Tech Expo and Forum has a more unique offering than most
Taiwan Farm Expo showcases over 250 exhibitors already booked and more to come as the biggest agriculture livestock and aquaculture technologies It’s time to pack your bags for the interesting Asia Agri-Tech Expo and Forum. It will take place this year on 10 to 12 of November 2022 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in […]
SDLG wheel loaders are the most tried and ultimately successful farm models
SDLG wheel loaders have earned a reputation as the workhorses of the agriculture industry and are currently first pick for successful farm operations If you have found a good thing, its most wise to stick with it, and that’s the situation for buyers of SDLG brand wheel loaders. Many customers have come back for their […]
AGCO Agriculture Foundation and Heifer Netherlands partner to reduce GHG Emissions
At the centre of the two-year partnership will be a Climate-Smart dairy farming operations in Nepal chosen from hundreds of applicants for the US$250,000 grant The AGCO Agriculture Foundation (AAF), a private foundation with the vision to prevent and relieve hunger through sustainable agricultural development, has announced a USD 250,000 grantto Heifer Netherlands (Stichting Heifer Nederland). The grant is aimed […]
Spider silk tougher than steel expected to aid development of biomaterials
Spiders have fascinated scientists for thousands of years and current research delving into the value of developing a synthetic version extends that interest It’s stronger and tougher than steel, and more elastic than rubber, weight for weight. Spider silk is an incredibly versatile material and could transform engineering, materials science and even medicine – if […]
Resurrection plant may hold clues for drought tolerant crops
A rare Orpheus plant found in mountainous reaches of Bulgaria can tolerate drying out for prolonged periods and then rapidly restore itself The rare Haberlea rhodopensis plant that can ‘resurrect’ itself after prolonged periods without water could hold clues to improve drought resistance in crops. Dr Monika Murcha and Dr Aneta Ivanova, from The University […]
Grain and Livestock records could be broken if the rain stops now
Most farmers expected to leave the slippery muddy conditions they endured throughout winter far behind but malingering spring precipitation is reinforcing nature is the boss Grain growers and livestock producers find themselves facing a minor quandary as to what brand of umbrella to buy as the wet winter unfolds into a storm laden spring. And […]
Syngenta launches world first commercial digital tool to detect harmful nematodes
Brazilian soybean growers will be first to use the tool to fight pests currently causing up to 30% yield loss Harmful nematodes that feed on roots of plants can cause major damage to crops, causing billions of dollars in damage. Syngenta Crop Protection is launching the world’s first commercial digital solution to diagnose infestations of […]