CropLife Retail Week

Tariff refunds and shifts, planning strategies and glyphosate price hikes?

In this episode, CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj sits down with industry experts Jim Delisi, Chief of Fanwood Chemical and Jeff Pritchard, Chief Executive Officer for Westlink Ag Group, to outline what current volatile global market shifts mean for your ag retail operation's bottom line. Discover the hidden realities behind the $104 billion tariff refund bottleneck, the threat of retroactive generic glyphosate duties, and how a flood of post-patent generic entries is tanking chemical market value by 23%.Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#CropLife #AgRetail #Agribusiness #PrecisionAg #CropProtection #AgTech

Biologicals Growth, Integration, and Engaging Growers

In this episode, CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj sits down with Nick Dame, Product Management Lead for  Innvictis, exploring the U.S. biologicals marketplace and what points to consider when engaging growers in integrated management programs.  Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#AgRetail #AgriculturalBiologicals #Farming #CropProtection #Agribusiness #bioscience 0:00 - Introduction & Meet Nick Dame (Invictus) 1:12 - Biological Market Growth Projections (Next 5 Years) 2:42 - Row Crop Adoption Rates: Bio-Control vs. Bio-Stimulants 5:15 - The Truth About Bio-Herbicides and Kill-Time Hurdles 6:19 - Spicing Up Bio-Herbicides: The Role of Adjuvants 7:52 - Shifting to a "Program Approach" (Synthetics + Biologicals) 9:26 - Pre-Harvest Windows: Where Biologicals Shine 12:55 - Overcoming the "Brewed in a Bathtub" Noise: Product Validation 16:10 - 3 Critical Inventory & Management Tips for Ag Retailers 20:00 - The Next Frontier: Biosynthetic Pairings

Supreme Court Glyphosate Ruling and Bayer’s Anti-Dumping Suit

In this edition CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj sits down with Jim DeLisi, Chief from Fanwood Chemical to break down two massive industry updates that will directly impact ag retailers, custom applicators, and growers.Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#Glyphosate #AgRetail #AgricultureNews #CropProtection #Bayer #FarmingInputs00:00 - Introduction & The Supreme Court Glyphosate Ruling01:08 - Reaffirming EPA Label Supremacy02:10 - How the Precedent Impacts Paraquat & Dicamba02:57 - Future Legal Pressures & Potential Regulatory Backlash04:10 - Are Generic Glyphosate Distributors at Risk?06:09 - Bayer's Anti-Dumping Filing Against Chinese Producers07:25 - The "Critical Circumstances" Retroactive Tariff Trap09:16 - Why Grower Groups Oppose the Bayer Lawsuit12:24 - Marketplace Uncertainty & Price Volatility Projections14:25 - Production Scale: Bayer vs. International Competitors16:56 - Strategic Survival Advice for Ag Retailers

FMC and Corteva Partnership, Strait of Hormuz Reopens, and Farm Bill Progress

In this week's episode, CropLife Magazine Editor Eric Sfiligoj and Asmus Farm Supply’s Co-Owner Amy Asmus break down the historic pre-patent licensing agreement between FMC and Corteva,the logistics of the global fertilizer supply chain following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the release of the Senate's 900-page Farm Bill 2.0 draft, and the future of the American corn acre leading up to 2050.Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#AgRetail #Farming2026 #AgTech #SupremeCourt #PrecisionAg #RailMerger #agriculture 00:00 CropLife Retail Week00:44 SCOTUS Glyphosate Ruling: Monsanto vs. Doral Explained05:14 Rail Merger Threat: Union Pacific & Norfolk Southern Consolidation09:38 Midwest Drought & "Abysmal Dryness" USDA Data16:00 Beyond Yield Maps: In-Season Ag Data Collection18:46 Drone Scouting & Taranis Tech on the Farm23:52 How AI is Changing Office & Field Operations

Why Ag Retailers Must Fight Back plus a MAGIE 2026 Preview

In this episode of Retail Week, CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj is joined by Nate Pearce, Acting Chairman of the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association (IFCA), to break down the wins for ag retailers in 2026 — including defeating the school pesticide application buffer bill and blocking the state-level ban on paraquat. Plus, get a sneak peek at the 45th Annual Midwest Ag Industries Exposition (MAGIE) coming to Bloomington, IL this August, featuring the latest high-tech drones and the Custom Applicator of the Year awards!Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.0:00 - Introduction & IFCA Legislative Update1:11 - Defeating Ag Restrictions & The Paraquat Fight in Illinois4:46 - Global Fertilizer Supply Chain Disruptions (Strait of Hormuz)6:46 - Phosphate & Micronutrient Market Forecast9:32 - What to Expect at MAGIE 2026 (Drones & Ride & Drive)12:46 - Ag Industry Awards & Event Details#AgRetail #FertilizerSupply #PesticideLaws #MAGIE2026 #AgricultureNews

The Supreme Court Roundup Case, UP/NS Rail Merger & AI Drone Scouting

In this week's episode of CropLife Retail Week, CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj and Amy Asmus, Co-Owner of Asmus Farm Supply, break down the highly anticipated U.S. Supreme Court decision on the Monsanto v. Durnell (glyphosate) case and what it means for FIFRA and state-level warning labels. Plus, we dive into the massive pushback regarding the proposed Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern rail merger. Finally, Asmus Farm Supply’s Agronomist Nate Eitzmann joins the show to discuss how AI-powered drone scouting platforms are transforming in-season data collection.- Stop the Rail Merger Coalition: https://stoptherailmerger.com/- USDA Soil Moisture & Crop Analytics Tool https://www.drought.gov/data-maps-tools/crop-condition-and-soil-moisture-analytics-tool-crop-casma- National Weather Service Seasonal Drought Outlook https://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/expert_assessment/sdo_summary.php- NPN Accumulated Growing Degree Day Products https://usanpn.org/data/maps/AGDDStay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.00:00 Introduction & Welcome00:44 Supreme Court Glyphosate Case: Monsanto v. Durnell02:08 The Fate of Pesticide Labels Under FIFRA05:17 Proposed Union Pacific & Norfolk Southern Rail Merger06:17 Skyrocketing Shipping Costs & Input Bottlenecks10:07 Midwest Drought Analytics & Soil Dryness Maps16:14 Hidden In-Season Field Data vs. Harvest Numbers18:46 Taranis AI Drone Crop Scouting Platforms19:46 Critical Crop Data to Save This Season21:33 Why Smart Farming Data Adoption Remains Low23:32 Is In-Field AI Moving Faster Than Office AI?25:17 Tech Hub Live Preview & Wrap Up#CropLife #AgRetail #Agribusiness #PrecisionAg #CropProtection #AgTech #FarmingNews #PrecisionAg #SupremeCourt #SupplyChain #glyphosate #monsanto

Trends in Automation and Predictive Data for Cost Savings

In what ways can ag tech be used to bring down costs for ag retailers and growers? In this segment, CropLife’s Eric Sfiligoj and Frenchman Valley Coop’s Jeff Wessels look at several topics including: balancing high input costs with underutilized equipment features; how automation handles inventory trends and research analytics; and using predictive data to avoid high interest holding costs. They will also explore results from the annual precision ag adoption study conducted with Purdue University to uncover why cost and ease-of-use remain massive hurdles for ag retailers.  Also, a quick teaser for TechHubLive.com.https://techhublive.com/Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#CropLife #AgRetail #Agribusiness #PrecisionAg #CropProtection #AgTech

2026 Farm Bill Update, Atrazine and Corteva’s New Spinoff Company

In this episode, CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj and Amy Asmus, Co-Owner of Asmus Farm Supply, tackle the House passage of the 2026 Farm Bill (H.R. 7567) and what it means for your regulatory safety nets. Other topics covered are the major storm brewing around atrazine following the latest IARC classification, look at the standalone push for year-round E15 ethanol, zapping weeds, and the break down a chaotic spring weather season across the Corn Belt. Catch the CropLife team in person at Tech Hub LIVE​ in Des Moines, IA (July 20-22, 2026)! https://techhublive.com/Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#AgTech #FarmBill2026 #WeedControl #CropProtection #AgRetail

AI and the Future of Ag Retail, Biologicals, and the Power of Storytelling

In this episode of CropLife Retail Week, CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj sits down with Mike Twining, Vice President of Innovation at Willard Agri-Service, to analyze the state of ag retail in 2026. From the staggering pace of AI adoption to the shift toward soil biologicals, Twining shares why the industry must ditch boring PowerPoint presentations and master the art of storytelling. Plus, learn how local advocacy can save your business from being left behind. 📍 Catch Mike Twining live at Tech Hub Live in Des Moines, IA (July 20-22, 2026)! http://www.TechHubLIVE.comStay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.comSubscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#CropLife #AgRetail #Agribusiness #PrecisionAg #CropProtection #AgTech

John Deere’s 2027 Tech Reveal with See & Scout, AI Cameras, and the Road to Autonomy

How is John Deere shaping the next decade of farming? In this special edition, Jenni Badding, Production Precision Ag Public Relations Manager at John Deere, joins CropLife Editor Eric Sfiligoj to discuss the cutting-edge developments hitting the field in 2026 and beyond. Stay up to date with the latest insights in crop protection, ag retail, and agricultural innovation from CropLife Magazine. We bring you expert interviews, product spotlights, and in-depth coverage of precision ag, sustainable farming, ag tech, and more.Visit our website: https://www.croplife.com@JohnDeere Subscribe for more ag retail news and updates.#JohnDeere #AgTech #PrecisionAg #SeeAndSpray #FutureOfFarming #AutonomousTractor #SmartFarming