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How can we support growers in adopting conservation practices effectively? Join the conversation on program stacking and simplified enrollment to maximize grower ROI and measure impact at scale. #SustainableAgriculture https://ow.ly/JnjE50RaQxI

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Good news for U.S. corn and soybean crops!🌽 According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's latest assessment, 75% of corn and 72% of soybeans are rated good or excellent, aligning with expectations and surpassing the 10-year averages. Historically, years with such robust initial conditions have often led to favourable harvest outcomes, with final yields typically exceeding USDA baselines. While high initial ratings don't guarantee record yields, they do set a positive tone for the season ahead, contingent upon favourable weather conditions of course. Monitoring factors like heat, dry spells and potential weather extremes will be crucial moving forward. #Corn #Soybean #Agriculture

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Thank you, Shane Thomas, for featuring our latest report, The Evolution of Grower Programs in the USA in Upstream Ag. The report reveals some compelling trends: - Farmers who participate in grower programs use 30% more products from the sponsoring company, showcasing the significant impact on sales. - Retailer concerns about the complexity and negative effects of grower programs have significantly decreased since 2020, indicating better program designs and stronger support. - Participation is particularly high among large farms, early adopters, and those planning to expand, aligning perfectly with the customer profile manufacturers aim to reach. We believe these findings are crucial for manufacturers looking to optimize their strategies and foster stronger partnerships with both farmers and retailers. Thank you again, Shane, for helping us spread the word and supporting our mission to drive innovation in agriculture. Download the free report: https://lnkd.in/g9GFtkxx

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Exploring ways to improve risk management on the farm is a top priority at RMA. For Specialty and Organic Growers, we are excited to announce the expansion of coverage options including the availability of enterprise and optional units beginning crop year 2025. Read more about this expansion and additional policy improvements for Specialty and Organic Producers: https://lnkd.in/gEhq6QNG

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Join Keith Berns, farmer and Co-Founder of Green Cover, in the latest Nebraska Soybean Agronomy Update. Keith shares insights on current crop conditions and planning for cover crops before or after harvest. He talks about the benefits of cover crops and puts the spotlight on the advantages of cereal rye before soybeans. Keith also talks about the benefits of a flexible cover crop mix and encourages farmers to stay observant with their soil. Subscribe to our YouTube and social channels so you don’t miss an update! #AgronomyUpdate #nebraska #soybeans #covercrops #growingseason

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Kelley Neuhold shares insights on the benefits of liquid feeds for beef cattle operations. Dr. Neuhold explains how liquid feeds can improve herd health and efficiency, covering various aspects, from cost-effectiveness to nutrient distribution. Be sure to listen in for more on how liquid feeds can optimize beef cattle nutrition. Listen on all major platforms. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/dnPURJEW Powered by the commitment of cutting-edge companies like: dsm-firmenich | Pro Earth Animal Health | Virbac | Healthy Farms by Bioverse

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Waterside Facilitates Record-breaking USDA Loan Closing for Vertical Harvest Waterside is thrilled to announce the successful closure of its latest loan endeavor for Vertical Harvest Farms. Leveraging its expertise in financial services, Waterside played a pivotal role in securing two significant USDA loans totaling $48,795,000 for Vertical Harvest, a groundbreaking achievement in project-based financing. The financing package comprised a $25 million Business and Industry loan and a $23.795 million Rural Energy for America loan, both backed by the USDA. Notably, this marks the USDA's largest project-based financing endeavor to date, reflecting the magnitude of this collaboration. The culmination of this financing arrangement underscores the dedication and perseverance of Vertical Harvest's management team and their partners, whose vision and commitment were instrumental throughout the process. Additionally, Waterside acknowledges the invaluable support and collaboration of our partner, Madison One CUSO, and in particular Alexios Georgousis whose expertise and assistance were indispensable. This landmark achievement not only reinforces Waterside's commitment to facilitating impactful financial solutions but also underscores our dedication to fostering innovation and sustainable development within communities. We look forward to witnessing the continued success and growth of Vertical Harvest. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/g4EUwcpS. About Waterside: Waterside is a financial services firm specializing in innovative solutions tailored to meet our clients' diverse needs. Specializing in federally-backed loan guarantee programs, particularly under the USDA, we provide interim/bridge financing solutions to facilitate our clients' success. In addition to our expertise in USDA loan programs, Waterside also offers interim/bridge financing solutions tailored to borrowers navigating the USDA lending process. About Vertical Harvest Farms: Vertical Harvest Farms is a hydroponic, vertical farming company dedicated to sustainable farms, food and futures. In addition to our passion for local, healthy food grown sustainably, Vertical Harvest also operates on an inclusive employment model. Our farms are designed for accessibility and staffed via hiring practices developed for people with disabilities, and our mission is to energize local food economies by using food as a medium for meaningful change.

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Great read, this is happening to many permanent crops. Especially in California. If you want to thrive in or survive markets like this think about: A) Looking to “niche down” and make your product much higher value-add (organic, specialty, niche marketplaces, etc) where prices and margins are higher B) Serving a niche or geographically isolated consumer market (the way we focus on TX wine grapes) 🍇 🍷 where margins are better due to local market conditions C) Getting your product closer to the consumer where margins get better (direct-to-consumer, direct-to-retailer, custom processing, etc)

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The intersection of animal health and public safety is more important than ever. Our latest blog post dives into an emerging issue that has significant implications for the agriculture and dairy industries, High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in US dairy cattle. Read more here: https://bit.ly/45PgHVw

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Interested in maximizing your organizations’ transition to sustainable agriculture? Check out how #CIBOImpact simplifies program enrollment and enables stacking of public and private incentives for Scope 3 grower programs. #SustainableAg https://ow.ly/1YRF50QQ9lW

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There is a lot of effort, technology and innovation that goes into producing #NuEra genetics for our Beef InFocus beef x dairy program! We do the hard work to collect the right commercial data, build the right models, create the right high-quality animals and make the right selection decisions to ensure that the most elite beef x dairy genetics are available for our customers. Work to validate our genetics all around the world has shown again and again that we have the most profitable beef x dairy genetics for the complete beef supply chain when comparing against alternatives. And, our focus on efficiency ensures that NuEra genetics are not only the most profitable, but the most sustainable as well. We have the data and results to prove it. #sustainablegenetics #beef #beefxdairy

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Loyalty programs are everywhere, from hotel points to store rewards cards. But in ag retail, they often miss the mark, relying on discounts that don’t foster true loyalty. At GROWERS, we’ve flipped the script. Our points-based system not only encourages repeat business but also aligns manufacturers and farmers directly with retailers. This approach isn’t just another program—it’s a strategy to boost ROI and build lasting customer relationships. With seamless integration and customizable options, our new loyalty feature is redefining the standard in ag retail. Say goodbye to one-time discounts and hello to future sales and loyal customers. 🌾🚀 #AgTech #agretail #LoyaltyPrograms #CustomerRetention #AgricultureInnovation

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Purdue University's 2023 Applied Corn Research book is now available. The updated and detailed summary of applied research trials for corn production in Indiana is conducted under the direction of Dr. Dan Quinn, Purdue University Assistant Professor of Agronomy and Extension Corn Specialist. An Indiana Corn Marketing Council-supported trial examines corn yield response to different management practices and inputs. R1 foliar fungicide application, increased seeding rate, and intensive treatment led to increased corn grain yield. Another result from the trial showed that foliar disease presence like tar spot and gray leaf spot was reduced by R1 fungicide application, likely driving the observed yield response. A digital copy is available here: https://lnkd.in/gUvwH-tE. Printed copies of the book will also be available at upcoming Purdue field days and meetings. Are you interested in working with Purdue University to address management questions and improve your operation through on-farm research? Email djquinn@purdue.edu. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gEipfv7Q.

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Today’s agriculture leaders see the benefits and opportunities of new breeding techniques like gene editing.      In our new Q&A blog post, we sat down with Jim Schweigert, Gro Alliance President and past American Seed Trade Association board chair, to get his perspective.     “The whole industry recognizes that gene editing is a pathway to better breeding, better options and better choices for farmers and seed companies,” Jim shared. “It is a key for the future.”    Read the full conversation here:  https://lnkd.in/euhyGd2A

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Dr. Anna Forseth, NPPC's Director of Animal Health, spoke on a National Pork Industry Conference panel on the evolution of swine traceability standards. Any detection of a foreign animal disease outbreak within the U.S. could halt all pork exports, putting our producers' livelihoods at severe risk. To mitigate this risk, improving pre-harvest traceability standards is essential. Enhancing the tracking of live pigs will help better control disease spread and ensure that producers can continue to supply safe, healthy pork globally. At the 2024 National Pork Industry Forum in March, delegates voted on a resolution to endorse these enhanced standards: https://lnkd.in/eaZYxFsj #NPIC2024 #NationalPorkIndustryConference #PorkPriorities

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Recently Shane Thomas broke down the BioVerified designation program from WinField United and how it serves to move biologicals forward by providing a systematic approach for retailers and growers to identify products that have been vetted by agronomic experts. Be sure to check out the latest episode of #ThePacesetterPod as Joe Mosher explores how the clarity that comes from this simple, but not simplistic, model is instructive to strategy execution more broadly and how it can serve as a growth accelerant in your #agribusiness Ep61: What a Biologicals Product Designation Framework Can Teach Us About Agribusiness Strategy Execution https://lnkd.in/g9V8MaPr #strategyexecution Upstream Ag Insights

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