Farmers should be on the lookout this year for corn rootworm, as concerns grow over potential resistance to BT traits.
According to an extension specialist, monitoring beetle populations during pollination is crucial for assessing control performance and identifying any resistance issues.
Related Stories
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins visits Arizona cotton producers as rising fuel, fertilizer, and fuel and fertilizer costs continue to pressure farm margins.
The family operation says recent storms brought needed rain but also major damage across the farm.
ISA says Southeast Asia continues driving demand for soy-based feed products through expanding livestock and seafood industries.
Several counties are reviewing disaster declarations. Crop insurance may help growers cover some costs.
Mexico’s demand for U.S. corn, soybeans, and wheat remained mostly steady during the first quarter, despite higher transportation costs.
The temporary closures come as grain traffic on the Arkansas River continues running ahead of recent years.
