U.S. Soy has found a new use as a biobased oil for chainsaws. Through a research and development investment from the soy checkoff program, U.S. soybean farmers partnered with DEWALT and Dynamic Green Products to create DEWALT’s soy-based Bar & Chain Biodegradable Oil. This environmentally friendly product is now available at Home Depot stores nationwide. [...]
Agricultural occupations are hazardous, with one of the highest rates of workplace injuries and fatalities in the U.S. The work’s manual and often strenuous nature, combined with the use of machinery and exposure to environmental hazards, create a challenging work environment. Understanding the nature and causes of injuries can help improve safety guidelines and policy [...]
A driver has been jailed for four years and 10 months after a forcing a motorcyclist off the side of a Milton Keynes bridge in a shocking fit of road rage. Following what Thames Valley Police... motorcyclenews
Hivekit, a UK and Germany-based developer, has introduced a compact version of its operations software for on-site use without internet connectivity. This enables farmers and agricultural operators to truly own their data, be independent of third-party services, and operate locally under any conditions. This software is available globally. Hivekit integrates asset, staff, and vehicle tracking [...]
Continuing to support the next generation of beef industry leaders, Certified Angus Beef will award a record $100,000 in scholarships across three categories this year. College students with a passion for agriculture and a drive to innovate are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. The Colvin Scholarship Fund, named in honor of Louis M. “Mick” [...]
The Fraud Compensation Fund has agreed to pay out £9.4 million in relief to investors of three retirement funds that collapsed amidst the Norton pension scandal. “We will pay out in full for the... motorcyclenews
The Biden administration has officially established national pollution standards for vehicles until 2032, which significantly restrict the role of ethanol and other biofuels in emission reduction strategies. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced these pollution standards on Wednesday. They cover passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles for model years from 2027 to 2032. As [...]
Agriculture students and professionals are gathering in Chicago today for the kickoff of MANRRS38, an annual conference that features industry leaders, small-group breakout sessions, workshops, a career expo, and networking opportunities with major industry brands — all while refining your professional skills in preparation for internships and career advancement. Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and [...]
Motorcycle industry figureheads have criticised a new advertising campaign by clothing retailer JD Sports, which uses off-road motorcycles and quadbikes performing stunts in order to showcase a new... motorcyclenews
Despite having disbursed billions in Roundup settlement agreements, Bayer and Monsanto continue to remain entangled in thousands of Roundup lawsuits. A U.S. Court of Appeals decision in February 2024 decreed that the manufacturers must persist in confronting these legal actions, notwithstanding Bayer and Monsanto’s assertions that federal insecticide laws shielded them from failure to warn [...]
