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CornIrrigated corn achieves high yields with high energy efficiencyContrary to conventional wisdom, irrigated corn in Nebraska is highly efficient in the use of energy, water and fertilizer, say University of Nebraska-Lincoln scientists whose research found that increased yields more than offset the energy cost of these inputs. The widely held perception of irrigated agriculture as energy wasteful fails to take into account crop-management changes in recent decades that have increased yields without requiring more fertilizer or irrigation, Cassman said. "In... [Read More] ACGA to develop Institute for Public PolicyKeith Dittrich, chairman of the board of the American Corn Growers Association, announced plans for the development of the American Corn Growers Institute for Public Policy. This has not come about by simple changes in market dynamics, but also because of hard fought battles and visionary leadership by many, including that of ACGA." [Read More] Decoding corn defenses for improved pest resistanceA clearer picture of corn's biochemical responses to insect and fungal attacks is emerging, thanks to U.S. Department of Agriculture studies in Gainesville, Fla. Read more about this research in the January 2012 issue of Agricultural Research magazine. [Read More] Getting the most from your fertilizer investment5. Credit N from previous crop residue or legume crops. Credit N for corn after soybean, sugar beet, alfalfa, and dry beans. [Read More] Commodity commission ballots mailed to producersDistrict Three--Marianne Reed-Tyler in from Gray County and farms with her family. --Kansas Soybean Commission at 785-271-1030 or www.kansassoybeans.com/KSChome.html --Kansas Department of Agriculture at 785-296-3556 or www.ksda.gov/kansas_agriculture/content/152. [Read More] 
High volatility, 'fierce' acreage war ahead for growers
During AFBF's session on the outlook for corn, soybeans, wheat and cotton, the Australian-born ag economist said that he anticipates "another fierce acreage-bidding war" this season. However, "acreage is not limited," and tight corn stocks and continued high prices should translate to a significant boost in nationwide corn acreage, likely at the expense of cotton, and possibly soybean, production. "Unless the corn price comes down, which I doubt it will with the tight corn stocks, we're ...[Read More] Chemigation training set for SW Nebraska Chemigation training is a requirement for ag producers to apply chemicals through their irrigation systems, says Robert Tigner, UNL Extension educator. The Nebraska Chemical Act requires anyone that applies chemicals though an irrigation system, whether that is through gaited pipe or center pivot systems, to take the chemigation training and become certified. For more information contact Robert Tigner UNL Extension Educator at 308-882-4731 or Brian Strauch UNL Extension Educator at 308-345-...[Read More] Independent seed producers hold annual conference The Independent Professional Seed Association saw attendance approach 300 at the Association's 23rd Annual Conference and Trade Show, Jan. 17 to 19 in Indianapolis, Ind. Dave was recognized for his service to agriculture and to IPSA, having served on the Association's Business Development and Education Committees, including serving as Committee Chairman. The Independent Professional Seed Association was formed in 1989 by a group of independent seed producers who recognized the need for an ...[Read More] IPSA announces officers for 2012 A key responsibility of members at the IPSA Annual Conference is to make elections to the IPSA Board of Directors and to select Association Officers for the coming year. IPSA recognized Steve Kinsell with Silver Lane Hybrids, Remington, Ind., for his past year of service as the Association's president. The IPSA was formed in 1989 by a group of independent seed producers who recognized the need for an organization to represent independent seed companies world-wide. [Read More] Kansan named to advisory council Joe Jury of Ingalls, Kan., was selected to represent Kansas on the America's Farmers Grow Rural Education Advisory Council, a board of 26 farmer leaders that determines the rural school district recipients of the America's Farmers Grow Rural Education grants. "America's farmers have told us that nothing is more important than growing the next generation, so the Monsanto Fund created America's Farmers Grow Rural Education as a way to help farmers improve school districts in their rural ...[Read More]
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