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5 Agriculture stories to read, July 25, 2014

2014-07-25 23:43:00| Corn & Soybean Digest

Fungicide decisions, genetic defenses for corn, ag investment funds, corn marketing strategy and weed resistance parody. This installment of 5 Agriculture stories to read offers some help when deciding whether or not to spray fungicide. It also talks about research using an old maize gene (from oregano) to help new corn hybrids defend against pests. The USDA announced an ag investment fund for pensions and large investors, and an Extension expert offers tips for marketing corn at low prices. Finally, watch a parody about weed resistance; I think most farmers can relate! Content Classification:  Curated read more

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