Production
BioSafe Systems’ OxiDate 2.0 now labeled for spray-tank water treatment
Plant pathogenic microorganisms, fungi and other harmful bacteria can be found in water collected from open and closed sources that are used for s... more »
AGCO partners with Aglytix, Farmobile
AGCO Corporation, a manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment solutions, has formed development partnerships with agricultural technolog... more »
Farm Bureau, NASDA seek delay of EPA rule
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) have petitioned the Environmenta... more »
New FAM cutting machine for wavy fries
FAM has introduced the new FAM Tridis 240P, designed especially for the frozen fries industry. “The Tridis 240P has been tested and approved in c... more »
USDA invests $33 million to improve water quality in high-priority watersheds
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced an investment of more than $33 million in 197 high-priority watersheds across the country to help land... more »
WPVGA publishes water fact book
Over the next few months growers will be presenting factual, scientific information to local governmental bodies throughout central Wisconsin. The ... more »
What potato growers can expect in 2017
{Sponsored} Planning for 2017 is in full swing — how will potato growers make their planting decisions? Some growers will expand their acreage and s... more »
New test detects acrylamide in french fries
French-fried potatoes are a popular side dish; but when potatoes are cooked to a golden brown or overcooked, a potentially toxic compound called “ac... more »
Research center aids Michigan’s potato progress
The potato is intrinsically linked to the history of America. Originating in the Andes Mountains of South America, the hardy tuber traveled aboard Spa... more »
Worker Protection Standard compliance manual updated
EPA in conjunction with the Pesticide Educational Resources Collaborative (PERC) Exit is making available a guide to help users of agricultural pesti... more »
