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Beef Improvement Federation honors pioneers of industry

Galen Fink, Doyle Wilson, Gene Rouse and Alison Van Eenennaam are recognized for their pioneering work in beef cattle.

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Genetics in the genomics era: Improving the accuracy of selection

GE-EPDs increase the accuracy of selection for traits influenced by the thousands of genes.

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Bull management after the breeding season

Remember if a bull loses body condition during breeding season, it might not be your fault.

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Corn's genetic diversity displayed in new genome study

New genome study could help plant scientists better understand what genes govern desirable traits and could lead to improved yields and stress tolerance.

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Study finds 'significant' issues in hemp varieties available to...

University of Georgia-based study looked at commercial hemp accessions to see how consistent they were.

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NIFA grant to support multidisciplinary genome-to-phenome research

Iowa State University research will focus on expanding networks, ideas and knowledge in genome-to-phenome research in agriculture.

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Beef breed approves gene-edited traits for animal registration

Red Angus Association expects gene - edited traits will create new genetic opportunities and markets for Red Angus cattle

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Increasing tomato production and size in Florida

Fruit size, especially large fruit, is an important trait for fresh-market tomato production, especially in the United States, because of the market demand.

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Peanut breeding requires vigorous patience

Peanut breeders using genetic marker-assisted technology to speed up the release of new peanut varieties.

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Update on gene editing instead of physical castration

Researchers used gene editing in 2019 to produce pigs which stay adolescent. Where is that work now?

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Why beef on dairy?

Dairies with a breeding program that includes sexed heifer semen from dairy bulls and semen from beef bulls get the calves they need to produce both dairy and beef.

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Genomics fine-tunes replacements for crossbred, commercial herds

Once available only to purebred herds, multispecies genetic tests are now available to commercial producers.

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How genetic values apply to my herd goals?

How do you determine what genetic values are important to your operation?

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New gene trait for corn gains EPA approval

Versatile product will provide broad geographic fit and the widest spectrum of insect defense.

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Make a planting checklist and check twice

Have Plans A, B and C Ready for a High-Performance #Plant22

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Terms to know to predict genetics in beef cattle

Know these terms when looking for new genetics for your cattle herd.

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It's frost seeding time

Now is the time to prepare your pasture.

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Cattle selection: Don’t forget your fundamentals

Use genetic tools and sound structure evaluation to build your cow herd’s longevity.

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K-State uncovers new clues from wheat genome

Kansas State University study capitalizes on gene copies inherited from ancient wild ancestors.

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Agronomists warn farmers to stay vigilant on Corn Rootworm

Using multiple tactics to battle the pest is the best line of defense, say AgriGold agronomists.

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Minnesota Honeycrisp apple has roots in Russia, France

Scientists used DNA testing to trace back origins of apples developed at the University of Minnesota.

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Is your crop drought-ready?

Risk management strategies for low soil moisture conditions

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Rice program pulls in record amount of breeding material

Arkansas Rice Breeding Program piles up record off-season harvest in Puerto Rico.

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2022 Soybean Variety Trials kick off in Louisiana

The 2022 Soybean Official Variety Trial by the LSU AgCenter is underway to help farmers determine which varieties perform better and where.

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Gene-edited cattle can provide future answers to today’s challenges

Regulatory hurdles continue to halt progress of industry in using gene editing in cattle.

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Master Farmers discuss changes in agriculture over time

The 2022 Indiana Master Farmers share diverse opinions about what has changed most during their farming careers.

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Stine Seed yields success from humble beginnings

Iowa-based Stine Seed Co. has a history starting on a central Iowa farm that and has developed into a worldwide business of corn and soybean genetics.

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