Our Perspective
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New Soybeans Spur Environmental Benefits
2nd September 2009 - 3:02pm
Since 1966, ‘no-till’ farming has spread rapidly. Considered the most effective tillage system, the soil is left undisturbed from harvest to planting and residue is left on the surface. Agricultural experts link its increasing popularity…
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Protecting Waterbirds through Farm Stewardship
2nd September 2009 - 1:03pm
Waterbirds are sensitive indicators of ecosystem health. To study the impact of row-crop agriculture on U.S. waterbird populations, the National Audubon Society, Monsanto, and the Monsanto Fund launched a three-year collaboration called “Waterbirds on Working…
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Learning at the Gothenburg Water Utilization Center
2nd September 2009 - 12:54pm
The Water Utilization Learning Center in Gothenburg, Nebraska, is the first of its kind in agriculture. This $6 million facility is one of three learning centers Monsato has in the United States. Their purpose is…
