Farmers across the U.S. will still have access to existing stockpiles of the widely popular herbicide Dicamba this season.
After requests from several ag groups, the EPA issued an order allowing existing stocks to be used this year. This includes Dicamba currently in the U.S. which was packaged and labeled before February 6th.
The ruling says distributors and retailers in possession of qualified stocks may sell them until the end-of-use date in their state.
In a statement after the EPA’s order, the National Cotton Council said in part, “We commend them for recognizing that growers had already committed to the seeds and crop protection products for the coming year, and no viable alternatives would have been available to meet the needs of U.S. producers.”
Officials say the compact grain vacuum could become an important tool for fire departments.
Researchers say sterile flies will play a key role in slowing the spread of New World screwworm.
Experts say the invasive pest has the potential to cause significant crop losses.
Senate lawmakers push for stronger specialty crop support as Farm Bill negotiations continue and farmers urge Congress to act before the August recess.
Ohio Farm Bureau’s Evan Callicoat says the proposal would have allowed a general permit for data center companies rather than reviewing projects individually.
Grain markets are watching China’s soybean buying commitments and worsening Corn Belt weather as analysts assess the outlook for crop yields, prices, and U.S. supply heading into harvest.
