What makes cornbelt yields grow? Monday, May 4, 2009 Modern corn hybrids have long been thought to have more erect leaves and therefore are better able to increase biomass through photosynthesis, especially when plant populations are increased. According to the peer-reviewed journal Crop Science, produced by Crop Science Society of America, there is another reason. Newer hybrids are more effective at extracting water deep in the soil profile."There is some evidence suggesting that hybrids with narrow root angle have this capability," a summary of the study states.Old-style hybrids have wider roots, while modern hybrids tend to drill down to find moisture.A team of scientists from Australia and the United States conducted this project with Pioneer Hi-Bred International. The Crop Science Society is based in Madison, Wisc. BF Internet searches preceded announcement of outbreak Carcasses at Queen's Park get media attention
CLAAS Expands with New Ontario Dealership Monday, November 3, 2025 CLAAS is expanding its reach across Canada with HJV’s new dealership in Winchester, Ontario. The regional dealer, already known for its strong service network, celebrated its grand opening on September 24, 2025, drawing more than 400 local farmers. The new Winchester dealership offers the... Read this article online
Case IH FieldOps Brings Smart Connectivity to Modern Farming Friday, October 31, 2025 that FieldOps operates on desktops through a web interface and on mobile devices through an app compatible with iPhone, Android, or iPad. This flexibility allows farmers to access critical machine and field information anytime, anywhere. One of the most significant upgrades to... Read this article online
Check Grain Quality Fast with this Shaker Box Friday, October 31, 2025 The Bushel Plus Grain Shaker Box is a quick and reliable tool for checking the quality of grain and detecting cracked kernels within seconds. Whether you’re inside the combine cab or working near the grain dryer, this portable device makes it easy to test grain samples on the spot.... Read this article online
CLAAS Expands with New Ontario Dealership Wednesday, October 29, 2025 CLAAS is expanding its reach across Canada with HJV’s new dealership in Winchester, Ontario. The regional dealer, already known for its strong service network, celebrated its grand opening on September 24, 2025, drawing more than 400 local farmers. The new Winchester dealership offers... Read this article online
Updates to Case IH RB566 Round Baler Wednesday, October 29, 2025 The Case IH RB566 round baler has been redesigned with a strong focus on serviceability, dependability, and efficiency, offering farmers a more advanced and reliable baling experience. According to Brian Williams, livestock product specialist with Case IH, the latest improvements... Read this article online