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Agrichemicals

What to Do If You Have Products Subject to New U.S. Tariffs

The new retaliation lists hit almost every product that the Chinese import from the U.S.

Americas

Trump Tariffs on Chinese Imports to Begin Sept. 24

Starting Jan. 1, 2019, the level of the additional tariffs will increase to 25 percent.

Asia

Agriculture in the U.S. and China: The Present and the Future

In part because of current events involving a high-profile trade dispute, agriculture in the U.S. and China has been thrown …

Asia

Small Steps Are the Way for Sulphur Mills

While China’s industry deals with a difficult transformation, and India eyes the opportunity, the nuances of the situation can’t be overlooked. India is grappling with its own set of challenges

Agrichemicals

With California Glyphosate Verdict, Full-Blown Chemical Warfare Has Started

God, I sometimes hate being right. Frequent readers of this column might remember that not too many months back I predicted that, since things seemed to be going pretty good for crop protection products in terms of sales, market opponents would begin redoubling their efforts to “take down” this segment in any way possible.

Asia

A Unique Advantage for Anupam Rasayan India Ltd.

Gujarat-based Anupam Rasayan is working its status as a custom manufacturer that operates independently of Chinese materials to its maximum advantage.

Agrichemicals

Sourcing Agchem from China: An Outlook that Demands Strategic Planning

C S Liew, Pacific Agriscience Pte Ltd, Singapore, examines the repercussions of the Chinese environmental crackdown and sourcing at the 2018 Trade Summit held in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Markets

Trump Trade War Divides Farming World as China Demand Shifts

Soybeans have become something of a poster child for the U.S.-China trade war, with everyone from Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin …

Asia

India Could Fill Gap in Agricultural Imports Amid China-U.S. Trade War

The ongoing China-U.S. trade dispute will provide a chance for China and India to strengthen their agricultural trade, which will …

Industry News

Escalating Trade War with China Will Increase Damage to American Soybean Farmers

The Administration’s decision to impose 10% tariffs on an additional $200 billion in Chinese imports — and China’s subsequent retaliation …

Plant Health

Favorable Soil pH: Does it Really Increase Nutrient Use Efficiency?

More than ever agriculture needs to follow principles of sustainability that ensure build up and maintenance of long-term soil productivity, …

Plant Health

Diagnosing and Mapping the Need for Soil Improvement in Brazil

Brazil has lacked the data for creating a soil fertility survey that could be used for assessing if any nutritional …

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Agrichemicals

How Higher Tier Testing Would Answer the Neonicotinoid Question

Fera Science has built Europe’s largest free flow mesocosm to test the impact crop protection chemicals like pesticides and biocides have on aquatic ecosystems.

Asia

Vietnamese Government Encouraged to Embrace Ag Innovation

"We call on the government to ensure that crop protection tools are properly assessed through a consistent, scientifically rigorous process in line with internationally accepted methods and standards."

Agrichemicals

Glyphosate Still Under Threat in Brazil – Report

Brazil's farmers will face higher costs if they are forced to procure substitute herbicides.

Asia

Cargill Looks to Crop Enhancement Inc. in Indonesia

Indonesian cocoa growers in Cargill’s extensive network are eager to expand their use of this effective, farmer-friendly solution that reduces the need for synthetic pesticides.

Agrichemicals

Brazilian Court Overturns Glyphosate Ban

Judge based ruling on government's argument that the ban could harm Brazil's economy.

Americas

Labor Shortages Challenging U.S. Ag – Study

The scarcity of farm labor is also exacerbated by the shrinking number of migrant workers from Mexico.

Americas

BASF Launches Credenz with LibertyLink GT27

It allows growers to apply both Liberty herbicide and glyphosate over the top of soybeans for post-emergence control of broadleaf and grass weeds.

Agrichemicals

Hedge Hurts ADAMA Profit, While Sales Rise

The past two quarters have seen the beginnings of a recovery in demand for crop protection products in many markets, despite ongoing low soft commodity prices and farmer income.

Africa/Middle East

Zimbabwe’s New Government Pushes to Strengthen Agriculture

The new government in Zimbabwe has unveiled new plans, including a land tenure review plan and agricultural crop subsidies to …

Agrichemicals

Atticus Adds Depth with New Staff Members

Atticus welcomes six new members to its growing team of talent.