Category: Agriculture

DTN in the News: Barron’s

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Barron’s: There Is Turmoil in Agriculture. Here’s What Investors Need to Know. Volatility in the ag markets isn’t great for investors, as it makes it more difficult to value stocks tied to agriculture.

Insects that are more Friend than Foe

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The word “insect” equals “pest” in a lot of people’s minds, especially in agriculture. But we have to remember that the insects that attack crops actually represent a small number of all insect species. In fact, a few are here to help us against their annoying cousins. So this week, I want to highlight some insects that are more friend than foe.

DTN/The Progressive Farmer Wins 21 Awards at American Agricultural Editors’ Association Event

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OMAHA, Nebraska —(July 31, 2019) — DTN/The Progressive Farmer, agriculture’s independent voice, won 21 awards at an award ceremony hosted last night by the American Agricultural Editors’ Association (AAEA) in Bloomington, Minn., as part of the annual Agricultural Media Summit event. Created to recognize AAEA members for quality work, this annual awards program is an

The Dangers of Pests in Weeds

Weeds are a nuisance. That’s a given. Obviously, they compete with our crops for sunlight and nutrients. In some cases, they can get nasty, engaging in a form of silent, chemical warfare by spreading toxins meant to inhibit growth and production. And their ability to lie dormant in the seedbed for years before bursting forth makes controlling them a pain. As a result, regular control, year-after-year,

3 Marketing Strategies for Agriculture Products

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When marketing to farmers, how do you know that you’re reaching the right farmer for your product? And how do you know you’re reaching them at the right time? Answering these questions is essential for developing effective marketing strategies for agricultural products.