One big emerging threat is alpha-gal which is short for galactose-alpha — a carbohydrate deposited by the tick that triggers a severe allergic reaction in the digestive system after eating red meat. Since its identification 2002, various ticks have been classified as spreaders around the globe.

The grill is going to burn a bit hotter this year with overall protein prices up 12% to 15%. That's according to the Wells Fargo July Fourth Food Inflation Report, which analyzed popular food categories for the American holiday and showed an overall 11% increase in food costs.

Syngenta announces the appointment of Eric Boeck as Regional Director, North America Seeds, responsible for leading the field crops strategy.

Next time you eat out, you may want to check that bill closely. Details in today's AgDay Minute.