Syngenta

A major agricultural group finds itself in the spotlight as questions arise about its corporate ties. It's a story that touches on both local and global concerns.

With the clock ticking, farmers are looking for solutions to trade issues that could make or break their season—it's all about market access.

Lawmakers are asking tough questions about the FFA’s direction—could this partnership change the face of agriculture as we know it?

Congress has a reputation of fighting, sometime just to fight. Nowhere was that more true than in 2025, where Congress fought over nearly every piece of legislation important to the farming community.

When it comes to weeds and yields, the relationship is a clear one.  Blake Miller, an agronomy service representative with Syngenta, said weeds can greatly harm revenue potential, especially in corn.   “There's definitely a direct relationship there.  We have looke...

Most eyes are focused on the Farm Bill, or lack thereof, but that is not the only issue farm county needs to watch as 2024 draws to a close, and we start a new year.  Mary Kay Thatcher, Senior Manager Federal Government and Industry Relations for Syngenta, said taxes will be a topic of note early in 2025.   “...

T.J. Binns with Syngenta said if you’re going to have a successful season when it comes to weeds, now is the time to formulate your plan.  He added, regardless of commodity, it’s key to have realistic goals and objectives, meaning weeds are something you manage, not control.   “The be...

With a growing global population, and increased environmental expectations, farmers are in a challenging spot right now.  Ashley Green, Digital Ag Solutions Marketing Lead for Syngenta, said farm country will need to increase food output by 1.7% annual...

After a quite 2022 policy wise, many in the farming community are prepared for a busy 12 months ahead.  Mary Kay Thatcher, Senior Manager Federal Government Industry Relations For Syngenta, says much of the past year in Washington D.C. was sp...

With the cold temperatures and snowy conditions as of late, growers may not be thinking about disease pressures and pest management.  But potato growers are encouraged to think about pests like Colorado potato beetle now to ensure a great harvest in 2023.   ...