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Mar. 26, 2013

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WSSA scientists stress the importance of early response to invasive weeds

Early detection creates opportunities to eradicate new invasive weeds....More
Mar. 25, 2013

Article

Study details future nutrient use

How well we research, plan, and implement the proper use of nutrients in the years ahead could shape how well we will eat in the near future....More
Mar. 25, 2013

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Fall applied fertilizer may not be best bet for Oklahoma

Fall applied fertilizer, especially for summer crops and particularly for nitrogen, may not be a good idea for Oklahoma farmers....More
Mar. 21, 2013

Commentary

Golden rice battle only just beginning

Golden rice has become a lightning rod issue, with anti-GMO campaigners putting up fierce resistance to a crop that could save the lives of millions of children....More
Mar. 20, 2013

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Combest’s path to a more effective and less costly farm legislation

Congressional leaders should request that the two ag committees produce a farm bill that would provide for a meaningful farm safety net while achieving the savings necessary to meet agriculture’s contribution to deficit reduction....More
Mar. 20, 2013

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Growing food biggest challenge of 21st century? (Part 1)

It’s estimated that 850 million people in the world suffer from chronic hunger. 650 million of those are farmers who can’t grow enough food to feed their families....More
Mar. 20, 2013

Article

Vatican a heavyweight supporter of GM crops

The Vatican is one of the world’s strongest supporters of genetically modified crops. When it comes to the technology of food production, however, the Vatican remains true to its oldest principles while also standing at the forefront of science....More
Mar. 20, 2013

Article

Chinese cotton policy - Social stability, not trade

If you want to understand China's agricultural policy, look no further than its people. Keeping them happy drives many of the government's economic decisions. For this reason, China is likely to keep its huge reserve of cotton off the market for the time being....More
Mar. 20, 2013

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Second annual ‘Springtime in the Southwest’ photo contest set

It’s springtime in the Southwest and we invite you to send us your favorite springtime photos and participate in the second annual springtime photo contest....More
Mar. 19, 2013

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Time to remember those who feed and clothe us

We don’t consider the efforts a rancher made to chop the ice out of water tanks so his cattle could drink on an intolerably cold January day. We don’t consider the 108-degree July day that found a corn farmer in the middle of field trying to repair an irrigation nozzle. We never consider the anguish of watching a good crop wither away in the third month of a drought or battered to a pulp in the third minute of a hail storm....More
Mar. 19, 2013

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Chinese cotton reserves = 3 U.S. crops

The Chinese government's decision to support domestic cotton prices at 40 cents more than the Cotton Outlook A Index is impacting world markets and U.S. producers....More
Mar. 19, 2013

Article

Across the Sunbelt, herbicide resistance changes production options

Herbicide resistant weeds are changing the way farmers manage crops....More
Mar. 18, 2013

Article

Cotton profit potential looking better

Growers considering a shift from cotton to sorghum should put the pencil to it once more. With futures prices steadily over 80 cents per pound and early gin contracts offering nice premiums, irrigated cotton could mean $200 or more in return per acre....More
Mar. 18, 2013

Article

Southwest welcomes season change, celebrates National Ag Week

While we live in a time of advanced agricultural science and a world of high technology, the challenges of modern agricultural are as high as they have ever been....More
Mar. 18, 2013

Article

Farmers need to be aware of 2013 tax changes

Farms and other business have new tax rules to consider that will impact 2013 business plans....More
Mar. 18, 2013

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Textile trade war puts cotton growers in tough spot

A trade war, with ever increasing importance to U.S. cotton growers and textile workers, continues to brew....More
Mar. 15, 2013

Article

Soybean growers revise farm bill position

The American Soybean Association is revising its position on new farm legislation....More
Mar. 14, 2013

Article

Cotton acreage still up in the air but prospects improved

Recent upticks in cotton prices and recent precipitation across a good portion of cotton country may have moved the a few acres back into the cotton column. But a lot of uncertainty remains, according to cotton specialists....More
Mar. 12, 2013

Article

Cotton Incorporated’s Kater Hake: Reasons for optimism exist for cotton industry

Cotton industry also sees reasons for optimism as apparel industry begins to turn....More
Mar. 12, 2013

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No-till Oklahoma Conference features wide ranging topics.

The annual No-Till Oklahoma conference, held in mid-February in Norman, Okla., featured a wide range of topics and speakers discussing the beneifts of conservatin tillage, cover crops and rotation.
Mar. 12, 2013

Article

Legislation directed at crop insurance premium subsidies

Two pieces of legislation have been introduced that would cut the premium subsidy for crop insurance....More
Mar. 12, 2013

Article

South Texas farmers face tough decision as deadline approaches

Farmers across most of South Texas are having a hard week making a decision as they keep their eyes cast to the skies for signs of rain....More
Mar. 11, 2013

Article

Reduced tillage, increased residue preserves soil health

Removing residue from cropland also removes nutrients that must be replaced to improve or maintain soil fertility, quality and health....More
Mar. 8, 2013

Article

New Version of Fibertect better at decontaminating nerve gas

New cotton product is important for homeland security....More
Mar. 7, 2013

Article

Pollinators next big battleground for ag pesticides

Agriculture is facing increased pressure from beekeepers and environmental organizations over the use of crop pesticides....More