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Glyphosate's Fight for Survival

"In the Weeds" Glyphosate News Roundup: February 3, 2026

Editor’s Note: With over 80% of U.S. no-till soybean and corn growers using glyphosate for weed control, this worldwide news roundup deals with concerns about the herbicide’s future use, possible banning, use strategy, new restrictions, health and environmental concerns. Our twice-a-month No-Till Farmer “In the Weeds” series will keep you updated on the latest glyphosate news from around the world. — Frank Lessiter, Editor, No-Till Farmer

By Frank Lessiter posted on February 3, 2026 | Posted in Crop Protection

In this edition:

The Clock Is Ticking for Glyphosate: Decisions from Supreme Court, EPA, and State Legislatures Expected in 2026
The Glyphosate Elephant in the Regen Room
Outrage at European Science Center as Director Ousted After Study on Glyphosate

Frankly Speaking

Right-to-Repair Battle Heating Up

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 22, 2023 | Posted in Equipment

R2R is a controversial topic we felt needed extensive coverage and a subject that the general ag media doesn’t appear to have the courage to report on due to worries about picking sides with the big equipment makers and their advertising budgets.

Best of the Web

No-Till Highlights: Dec. 1, 2022

December 1, 2022

No-Till Farmer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at the grower's realm from the lofty digital realm. Here is our favorite content from the past week from across the web. No-Till Farmer's Best of the Web is brought to you by TOTAL ACRE.

How to get No-Tillers on Board for Carbon Contracts

By Todd Janzen posted on September 26, 2022 | Posted in Soil Health

A group of companies called the Agricultural Climate Market Collaborative believes that lack of “transparency” is one of major road blocks to acceptance. To address transparency, the Collaborative developed eleven principles to guide carbon ecosystem marketers when forming these new contracts with growers.

Syngenta Agrees to Chinese Takeover

February 3, 2016 | Posted in Crop Protection, Seeding & Planting

Source: Reuters

Syngenta has approved a $43 billion takeover by the state-owned ChemChina, making it the largest foreign purchase by a Chinese firm.

Monsanto Forfeits Possible Merger with Syngenta

August 27, 2015 | Posted in Crop Protection, Seeding & Planting

Monsanto announced it is abandoning its pursuit of acquiring Syngenta after the Swiss rival rejected its latest offer.

Shop Talk

Concerns Rise Over EPA’s Proposed Water Rule

September 1, 2014 | Posted in Water Management

The U.S. Enviornmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers jointly released a proposed rule earlier this year to clarify protection for streams and wetlands under the Clean Water Act.

Laura Allen, Associate Editor, No-Till Farmer

From the Desk of Laura Allen

Clarity Sought On EPA’s Clean Water Act Proposal

By Laura Barrera posted on July 30, 2014 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health, Water Management

The National Farmers Union is asking the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to provide more clarity on its proposed rule for the Clean Water Act, and how the agency defines “waters of the U.S.”

Coalition Reaches Farm Bill Agreement Linking Conservation Compliance To Crop Insurance

May 9, 2013 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: No-Till Farmer Staff Report

A coalition of nearly four-dozen conservation, environmental, crop insurance and other agricultural organizations have come to an agreement that link conservation efforts to crop insurance.

Farm Groups Weigh In On Potential Subsidy Cuts

October 20, 2011 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: The Hill, American Farmland Trust

Three major farm associations on Wednesday weighed in with specific recommendations on how to replace the current system of direct farm payments should Congress move to cut farm subsidies this year.

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Cover Crops, Strip-Till Spark Desert Soil Revival

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Titan International, we pay a visit to Strip-Till Innovator Robert Boyle’s farm in Coolidge, Ariz., for an up-close look at how he’s transforming his soils with cover crops and diverse rotations.

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