Crop Protection

Rovensa Next to Distribute Novonesis’ Biosolutions for Plant Health in the United States

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Novonesis and Rovensa Next today announced a distribution agreement under which Rovensa Next will commercialize select Novonesis agricultural biosolutions in the United States, beginning with the 2027 growing season.

Growers Use Drones to Improve Early-Season Scouting, Decision-Making

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

UAV-based early-season scouting offers a practical, scalable way to assess soil variability, plant stand count, and early germination. However, the effectiveness of drone-based scouting also depends on image resolution.

How Do Full-Season Cover Crops Affect Insect Populations?

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A 2025 study in eastern Nebraska found higher insect abundance and diversity in cover crop areas compared to adjacent seed corn, including both beneficial species and potential pests.

Herbicide Considerations In Fluctuating Weather Patterns

Sat, 09 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In some areas with conditions that have been adequate for planting, wind has also complicated the timing of herbicide applications. Questions have come up related to herbicide efficacy across this range of scenarios, and here are some considerations for each.

New 'Check My Herbicide Plan' Tool Provides Feedback on Your Programs

Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The new Check My Herbicide Plan tool was developed by GROW to help farmers take a closer look at their programs and determine how many active ingredients are truly effective against their target weeds.

Plant During Soil-Warming Windows to Maximize Yield Potential

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Minimum air temperature and frost forecasts are often used as a reference for starting to plant, rather than soil temperature at the seed-planting depth.

Strip-Till 101: Tips & Tricks from the Great Plains

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This article from Oklahoma State Extension explores how farmers are implementing and benefiting from strip-till in the region.

Herbicides: Don't Let the Planter Outpace the Sprayer

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

One thing to be aware of this spring is not to have the planter outpace the spraying operation so the crop and weeds get too far ahead. Here are some considerations for both corn and soybean fields from PennState Extension weed scientist Dwight Lingenfelter.

‘Most Innovative Folks You’ll Find’ Gathering at 2026 Strip-Till Conference

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“The networking is one of the things I love most about the Strip-Till Conference,” says Zack Smith, who strip-tills in Lake Mills, Iowa. “The farmers attending this conference are some of the most innovative folks you’re going to find."

Benchmark Breakdown: How 3 Strip-Tillers Achieved the Highest Soybean Yields

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

With soybean acreage (and yields!) on the rise, I figured it would be interesting to examine the methods of 3 strip-tillers who reported the highest average soybean yields in our Benchmark Study.

Lack of Fall Water Leads to Allelopathic Crop Concerns

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

"Soybeans planted into heavy corn residue looked really tough during the spring and summer. While they do every year, 2025 seemed especially pronounced. Why? And is there anything we can do about it?" Read more in this latest piece from independent agronomist Joe Ailts.

[Video] PTx SmokeRow Eliminates Weed Escape at Field Edge

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

David Barton from PTx explains how SmokeRow allows farmers to control end-of-boom nozzles that spray a secondary tank chemistry beyond the boom, eliminating weed escape at the field edge while saving them time and money.

'Most Innovative Folks You’ll Find' … What to Expect at 2026 National Strip-Tillage Conference

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Managing editor Noah Newman checks in from Strip-Till Farmer headquarters with a big announcement about the 2026 National Strip-Tillage Conference program.

Resurrect Bio and Corteva Join Forces to Tackle Corn Production

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Resurrect Bio and Corteva announced a joint development agreement to tackle some of the most economically devastating diseases currently affecting corn production.

Relentless Ag Launches Drone-Ready Product Line

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

To better serve local customers, Relentless Ag is launching a new drone-ready product line for protecting in-season yield potential in 2026, powered by Meristem Crop Performance.

Protecting Your Strip-Tilled Crops — Early and Often

jdobberstein@lesspub.com — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Crop protection companies continue focus on flexibility and precision with products as strip-tillers demand precision and a return on investment.

Syngenta Pulling the Plug on Paraquat Production

jdobberstein@lesspub.com — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:34:07 -0400

Production will be phased out at Syngenta’s Huddersfield, U.K., site, the company’s only manufacturing facility for the active ingredient globally. A small scale, multi-product production unit at the site will also close.

New Study Compares Dual-Line & Single-Line Precision Spraying Systems

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

In the 2025 season, the Univ. of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) conducted replicated field trials to evaluate two different approaches to deploying AI-driven precision spraying.

Bayer Proposes $7.25B Plan to Settle Roundup Lawsuits

jdobberstein@lesspub.com — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:32:31 -0500

Crop protection giant Bayer on Tuesday proposed a settlement worth up to $7.25 million to resolve thousands of current and future lawsuits that claim the company’s Roundup weedkiller caused cancer.

No-Till, Strip-Till and Cover Crops Research Journal - February 2026

lessitef@lesspub.com — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

In this edition:

Can no-tillage and crop diversification sustain nutrient stocks in acidic and poorly-fertilized soils? Evidence from 32 years of real-world agricultural management in Paraguay.
The key role of local and global farmer networks in the development of conservation agriculture in California.
Mega-analysis of no-tillage and reduced tillage impacts on crop yields and greenhouse gas emissions.
Beyond the buzz: analyzing actors promoting regenerative agriculture in Europe.

Squid Juice, AI & Optimism: Noteworthy Nuggets from National Farm Machinery Show

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Here are some of the top things we saw — and heard — at the 2026 National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Ky.

EPA Approves Dicamba Over-the-Top Use for 2 Years

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The agency said their decision addresses concerns from farmers about not having access to the herbicide for controlling resistant weeds, especially Palmer amaranth.

New Formats, In-Depth Focus Spearhead Energetic NNTC

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Strip-tillers, no-tillers are tackling industry challenges with a renewed focus on soil health, precision technologies & labor-saving efficiencies to enhance the bottom line

Drone Herbicide Application Checklist

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Drone spraying technology is moving fast, and policy guidelines and best management practices have yet to be fully developed. This PennState Extension article shares factors to consider when exploring drone spraying technology for your weed control program.

Carbon Robotics Launches the World’s First-Ever Large Plant Model

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Plant Profiles, a new feature launching for all LaserWeeders, demonstrates how this AI translates into practical value for farmers. The feature enables farmers to quickly and easily tailor the foundational LPM to their unique crops, weeds, and field conditions.

John Deere Introduces Updated Sprayer Technology

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

“We understand the increasing pressures farmers are facing, driving them to find solutions that allow them more flexibility and the opportunity to do more with less,” said Josh Ladd. “That is why we have updated See & Spray to directly address those challenges by helping farmers apply exactly what’s needed, where it’s needed, and across more acres and more crops.”

8 Tips for Winterizing Your Sprayer

slancaster@ksu.edu — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

As you put the sprayer in storage for the winter, this is also a good time to clean and inspect the exterior, tanks, hoses, and other components – including your tendering equipment.

[Podcast] Conservation & Chemistry: Ensuring Access to Critical Crop Protection Tools

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

On this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, we go 1-on-1 with Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, executive director of the Modern Ag Alliance.

BASF to Acquire Biological Insect Control Group AgBiTech

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500

AgBiTech has pioneered the use of nucleopolyhedrovirus (NPV) technology to develop insect control solutions based on naturally occurring viruses.

Nebraska Farmer Transforms Weed Management with Greeneye Precision Sprayer

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Brad Janzen, a Nebraska corn and soybean farmer, explains how precision spraying has transformed his weed management strategy.