AgProfessional News

USDA announces proposed rule for requirements of the disposition of downer cattle

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:35:00 EST

The USDA has announced a proposed rule to amend the federal meat inspection regulations to initiate a complete ban on the slaughter of cattle that become non-ambulatory after initial inspection by FSIS inspection program personnel.

Variant of mad cow disease may be transmitted by blood transfusions, according to animal study

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:05:00 EST

According to a study in sheep prepublished online in Blood, the official journal of the American Society of Hematology, the risk of transmitting bovine spongiform encephalopathy by blood transfusion is surprisingly high.

Grain moisture measurements may divert mold, insect infestation

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:15:00 EST

Preliminary research shows that monitoring carbon dioxide -- along with humidity and temperature -- may help detect insect and mold problems in stored grain more effectively.

Deere to invest in manufacturing capacity, parts operations in S. America

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:15:00 EST

Deere will invest approximately $80 million in its agricultural manufacturing and parts distribution operations in Brazil to increase manufacturing capacity for both tractors and combines

Pioneer mapping system gives growers more crop history

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:15:00 EST

Growers who used GPS data and FIT mapping for both planting and harvest operations will receive detailed, product-specific performance information from Pioneer Hi-Bred for making improved hybrid and variety decisions for next year's crop.

Monsanto and Evogene collaborate on yield and stress research

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:40:00 EST

Monsanto Company and Evogene Ltd. have entered into a five-year research and development collaboration focused on identifying key plant genes related to yield, environmental stress and fertilizer utilization.

John Deere expands plans to increase production of large tractors

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:15:00 EST

Deere plans to further expand manufacturing capacity of its large, high- horsepower tractors -- adding to a project announced earlier this year for facilities in Waterloo, Iowa.

CSREES: New technology improves harvest of native grass seed

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:45:00 EST

Producers in the native seed industry have responded to increased commercial demand, but current harvesting techniques for many grass species have not been up to the task. Now a team has developed new equipment to do the job.

KSU: Effective grass waterways need regular maintenance

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:45:00 EST

Producers and landowners shouldn't overlook the maintenance needs of grass waterways and other conservation practices during the growing season, a K-State specialist says.

USDA awards $35 million for renewable energy, energy efficiency projects

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:25:00 EST

Agriculture Secretary Ed Schafer today announced $35 million in grants and loan guarantees for renewable energy systems or to improve energy efficiency in farm and business operations.

Deere & Company announces quarterly dividend

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:30:00 EST

The Deere & Company Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $.28 a share.

American Humane Assoc. launches new Web site for farm animal certification program

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:30:00 EST

TheHumaneTouch.org Web site is American Humane Certified's(TM) latest tool for consumers to learn more about the humane treatment of farm animals used to produce food.