2023 Trials Showed Promising Results for New Ag Innovations
In 2023, AgriThority® provided product development support to small and large companies to test their 67 new innovative technologies (3 biofungicides, 2 bioinsecticides, 1 bionematicide, 27 biostimulants, 6 chemical fertilizers, 8 novel technologies, 10 bioherbicides, 4 chemical herbicides, 5 biomitigants, and genetically modified camelina with herbicide tolerant genes) on 21 crops in 10 countries (Argentina, […]
Climate-Smart Farming: Moving Technologies from Form to Function
The challenges of climate change are everywhere, and they are especially important in agriculture. That’s why climate-smart farming is driving so much attention. Technologies now should not be focused only on increasing yields to feed a growing population, but also to drive the resilience of crop production in face of an uncertain climate and to […]
Developing New Delivery Systems for Biologicals
Conventional chemistry is very sophisticated. Years of perfecting formulations and delivery systems have led to the paradigms we see in agriculture today. As this next level of innovation and the adoption of biological products expands, are the formulations and application methods advancing as well? For biologicals to be as effective as they can be and […]
Widespread Nitrogen-Fixing Biological Adoption in South America
Nitrogen is arguably the most fundamental input in crop production. That is why nitrogen management is a key topic of interest for growers. Challenges in price and availability of nitrogen fertilizers are always points of concern. But the growing awareness of the environmental impact of fertilizer applications, especially nutrient runoff, is driving an increased regulatory […]
History of Biologicals: The Evolution of Naturally Derived Products
Biological products are increasingly used by growers around the globe to control pests and to increase crop productivity. The demand for sustainable, environmentally friendly production methods has increased the rate of adoption of biologicals in the past 10 years, and the use of biologicals is increasing on farms across the world. Understanding the history of biologicals, […]
10 Ways to Position Your Biological Innovation for Early Adoption
The biological landscape is crowded, and it’s getting more complex as more and more is invested in innovations. Globally, at least 1,200 companies have products “derived from naturally occurring micro- and macro-organisms, plant extracts, and other natural materials used to enhance crop production,” according to a study by Western Growers and Mixing Bowl Hub. With […]
Four Areas of Opportunity for Organic Crop Protection
Organic food sales were $67.7 billion in 2022, which is a record, according to the 2023 Organic Industry Survey by the Organic Trade Association. With the increase in consumer demand for organic food, our recent survey of growers and experts identified four areas of opportunity for improving organic crop protection.
New Paradigms Needed for Next Phase of Agriculture
A recent quote from John Maynard Keynes sums up the continual changes in agricultural production: “The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping from old ones.” Paradigms are formed in every area of life from birth. Every one of our senses and life experiences contribute to the paradigms humans form […]
The Expanding Horizons of Renewable Innovations
Wind. Solar. The two main sources of renewable energy since the world started considering renewable energy around 2010. Wind energy is an old technology made new, and growers’ biggest contribution is the land for the turbines. Since 2010, wind and solar energy use has grown 7 percent, while investment in bioenergy and biomaterials was up […]
Use of Digital Images in Crop Trials for Improved Results
The use of digital imagery on farms has been growing steadily over the past few years, especially in regard to precision agriculture. But when used to its fullest extent, digital imagery can be of immense value in product development efforts around the world. What are the key motivations for incorporating digital images into experimental protocols? […]
Revealing Insights From 2022
Capturing insights and learning is a continuous process. Every season offers experiences unlike others, but in 2022 the AgriThority® product development trial results provided revealing insights that led to actionable recommendations from the AgriThority® team. Here is a concise summary of some noteworthy results. Biofungicides: Two bio-fungicides, one plant-based and the other microbial integrated into […]
Eight Agriculture Trends to Watch in 2023
As we start looking toward 2023, we are evaluating what next year will bring. As always in agriculture, the cyclical seasonality can sometimes make each new year feel similar to the last. Although there are certainly some trends we see continuing from 2022, we also see new trends on the horizon for agriculture in 2023. […]
