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Gene helps with leaf diseases in corn
Agricultural Research Service scientists and university colleagues have found a specific gene in corn that seems to confer resistance to three common leaf diseases.
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New alternative energy source identified
A new University of Illinois study shows Miscanthus x giganteus (M. x giganteus) is a strong contender in the race to find the next source of ethanol if appropriate growing conditions are identified.
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Diseases of red clover and birdsfoot trefoil
Productivity and stand longevity, as well as forage quality, can be affected by common diseases in many Michigan hay fields and pastures.
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Corn defenses probed for new pest-fighting clues
A clearer picture of corn’s biochemical responses to insect and fungal attacks is emerging, thanks to new findings from the USDA's Agricultural Research Service.
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Discovery creates new blueprint for drought tolerant crops
A team of plant cell biologists has discovered how to rewire this cellular machinery to heighten the plants’ stress response – a finding that can be used to engineer crops to give them a better shot at surviving and displaying increased yield under drought conditions.
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Researchers make strides in improving plant digestibility
A recent breakthrough at The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation holds the potential to produce plants that are more digestible for animals and better suited for biofuel production.
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Gain knowledge on stem diseases of alfalfa
This second of three articles on alfalfa diseases gives a brief look at common stem diseases, which can cause loss of vigor and reduction in yield and quality.
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Factors to consider when buying high quality forage seed
One of the most important factors affecting successful forage establishment begins with purchasing high quality forage seed.
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Developing corn for long-term sustainability
DuPont and Plant Sensory Systems have entered into a collaboration to evaluate proprietary genes for increasing nitrogen use efficiency in corn.
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Wisconsin agronomy updates slated
Plans have been set for the University of Wisconsin’s 2012 Agronomy Update meeting series. The University’s Department of Agronomy and University of Wisconsin Extension will offer Crop Production and Management meetings at eight locations in January.
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Dairy Forage Tool Box seminars now online
In case you missed the Dairy Forage Tool Box seminars at World Dairy Expo earlier this month, the presentations are now available online.
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- Ag markets diverge just before the long holiday weekend
- Study suggests dairy herd water quality linked to milk production
- Wis. lawmakers question challenges to large wells
- Traders evening up positions ahead of the weekend Friday
- Bio-Vet and Keller break ground on new facility
- NOAA: Get ready for a busy hurricane season
- Seven jobs more dangerous than farming
- White House urges Senate to cut crop insurance in farm bill
- Class III futures close out quietly last week
- 4 rules for growing a business or industry
- Drop in U.S. underground water levels has accelerated
- Ongoing wave of Calif. metal theft prompts further legislation
