The nitrogen program Scott Henry has traditionally used for corn production on his central Iowa farm works just fine. But Henry is changing course in 2020, going with a new approach that he believes will be better for the environment and equally good for his corn yields.

Two agtech startups have announced a partnership to provide farmers more access to their products. One offers a voluntary marketplace for carbon removal, while the other is a microbial “probiotics” startup sequestering carbon dioxide.

In an effort to help farmers adapt to sustainability demands easier, Syngenta and Truterra are partnering to provide streamlined conservation and stewardship data to farmers.

According to the Today Show, consumers need to stock up on a range of nutrient-dense, shelf-stable items in case of an emergency. More details here.

President Trump has signed into law a bill that adds agricultural inspectors and canine teams at border entry points to examine food imports.