INDUSTRY DIRECTORY
December 31, 2020
Below the Surface
Tyrell Marchant, editor

Below the Surface: Seeing the Light

Showing gratitude to the people who touch our lives for good
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December 31, 2020
News

Two Growers Inducted into Sidney Sugars 20/20 Club

Bryce Jorgensen and the Mortenson Farm Partnership each harvested more than 20 tons per acre with greater than 20 percent sugar content.
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December 30, 2020
News

Sugar Association Statement on Dietary Guidelines

USDA and HHS sided with strong scientific evidence and discounted the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s (DGAC) recommendation to lower the recommendation for added sugars intake to no more than 6 percent of daily calories.
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December 28, 2020
News
Tyrell Marchant, editor

A Positive Trait

CR+ is a new trait from KWS that suppresses Cercospora while aiding in strong yields.
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December 28, 2020
News
Doug Ferguson

Alberta Beet Pile Faces Rotting Issues

The loss represents 3 percent of the total crop delivered in the province this year; it was likely caused by an October cold snap.
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December 28, 2020
News
Scott Elliott

ARS Doubles Down on Soil Erosion Understanding

The U.S. loses about $44 billion each year from soil erosion. The challenge is to keep that dirt where it is needed.
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December 22, 2020
News

Amalgamated Donates Sugar to Area Charities

This December, Amalgamated Sugar has donated nearly 7 tons of sugar to food banks and other hunger-focused charitable organizations.
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December 21, 2020
News
Jeremiah Vardiman

Latest Research on Herbicide Resistance

The latest research from the University of Wyoming’s plant sciences department provides valuable insights into cultural and mechanical weed control effectiveness to combat herbicide resistant weeds, particularly ALS-resistant kochia.
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December 20, 2020
Below the Surface
Tyrell Marchant, editor

Heavenly Song

The voices of angels can be found in unlikely places.
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December 18, 2020
New Products

New Product: Challenger MT800 Series Track Tractors

These machines boast new engine and transmission combinations, an enhanced track and chassis system, more hydraulic and hitch options, and a redesigned operator-friendly cab.
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December 17, 2020
Below the Surface
Tyrell Marchant, editor

Out of Place

Happiness has never been about fitting in.
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December 17, 2020
New Products

Helm Granted EPA Approval for Katagon Herbicide

HELM Agro US, Inc., a global manufacturer of high-quality crop protection and fertilizer products today announced that Katagon herbicide has received federal registration from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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December 16, 2020
News

Certification Program Creates Healthier Landscapes for Bees

The recently launched Bee Better Certification program funded through the NRCS Conservation Innovations Grant program has gained interest from big names in retail.
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December 16, 2020
News

Drexel Adds Sales Rep

Drexel Chemical Company announces the addition of Tanner Childers as its Southwest sales representative, responsible for sales in New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.
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December 15, 2020
News

Ag Relief in COVID Proposal

Bipartisan group includes $13 billion for agriculture in latest COVID-19 relief proposal.
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December 15, 2020
News

Inspect Center Pivots Now

Now is a good time to winterize and perform preventative maintenance on center pivots.
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December 15, 2020
News

UPL Opens Herbicide Production Facility

State-of-the-art manufacturing facility in India will produce Clethodim herbicide
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December 14, 2020
New Products

Reinke's ESAC Wins Two National Awards

Patent-pending technology improves corner watering and yields
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December 14, 2020
News

USDA Chief Economist to Join ASA

Robert Johansson will be leaving USDA to become associate director of economics and policy analysis for the American Sugar Alliance. Seth Meyer will return to USDA to be the new chief economist.
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December 11, 2020
Video

Amalgamated Names Anderson Public Affairs Manager

Amalgamated Sugar has promoted Jessica Anderson to the position of public affairs manager. In this role, Anderson will represent the company in its public relations and government affairs efforts.
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December 11, 2020
New Products

New Product: Reinke Maintenance-Free Pivot Bearing

No maintenance, greater longevity, lower operating costs
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December 11, 2020
New Products
Megan Schilling

Soiltech Sensors Provide Actionable Crop Performance Data

The Soiltech sensor has evolved into a multifunctional device with features that provide value across the whole supply chain.
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December 10, 2020
New Products

Syngenta Releases New Insecticide Active Ingredient

Regulatory submission for spiropidion is planned for late 2022 in the U.S. and Canada. The innovative new technology protects a wide array of crops from some of the most damaging and difficult to control sucking pests.
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December 09, 2020
News
Kami Goodwin

Critical Issues Facing Farmers in 2021

“Even though we did see farm incomes increase ... there’s still an expectation that we will continue to see volatility and uncertainty in the agricultural economy into 2021.”
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December 09, 2020
News
Emily Matzke

Microbes and Plants: A Dynamic Duo

The unique partnership between root-dwelling microbes and the plants they inhabit can reduce drought stress.
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December 07, 2020
News

UPL Ranked No. 1 in Agrochemicals for Sustainability

UPL Ltd. was recently ranked No. 1 in the agrochemical sector for environmental, social and governance risk management by analytics firm Sustainalytics.
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December 07, 2020
News
Dick Hagen

This Year's Beet Crop a Welcome Success

After a couple tough years, a strong 2020 sugarbeet crop has SMBSC growers smiling again.
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December 07, 2020
News

American Crystal: 2020 Crop Better than 2019

Total harvested tons increased from 7.5 million in 2019 to 10.1 million in 2020.
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December 05, 2020
New Products

New Product: Can-Am Defender PRO

While some people love their days in the mud, others are out working land and getting the job done, needing a reliable and tough vehicle that delivers day in and day out. That’s where the Can-Am Defender PRO vehicle lineup rises above the competition.
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December 04, 2020
News
Mikkel Pates

American Crystal Strives to Be 'Best in the World'

American Crystal Sugar Co. president and CEO Tom Astrup and board chairman David Mueller addressed shareholders virtually
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December 04, 2020
News

USDA Engages Public for Input on Water Quantity in West

The USDA on Dec. 2 announced it is seeking public input about water quantity in the west related to existing Natural Resources Conservation Service programs.
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December 03, 2020
New Products, News

Wilbur-Ellis Agribusiness Acquires Probe Schedule

Investment in irrigation water management platform enhances company offerings
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December 03, 2020
News
Sean Knurek and Eric Karbowski

Kick Off Your Boots and Stay a While

Farming doesn’t stop at 5:00 p.m., but not being able to separate your work and personal life can increase stress and lead to physical and mental health issues. Taking time for yourself is crucial.
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December 01, 2020
New Products

New Product: Innoquest SpotOn Flow Meters

New digital flow meters provide increased flow capacities, allowing for broader uses in agriculture, irrigation, plumbing and water audit industries.
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