Joe Funk, Author at Seed World

A Sunny Future for Sunflowers

January 8, 2019
Joe Funk

Sunflowers are a bright spot in the agricultural industry, with new research and technology leading...

The Science Behind Seed Singulation

November 21, 2018
Joe Funk

Learn how seed singulation technology helps farmers increase crop yields and reduce costs. Discover the...

Protect Wheat Yields

October 31, 2018
Joe Funk

Protect your wheat yields with these 5 tips: cover crops, crop rotation, soil testing, pest...

Spinach Vying to be King of the Leafy Greens

August 14, 2018
Joe Funk

Spinach is making a comeback as the king of leafy greens. Learn about the health...

Best Practices in Seed Treatment Operations

August 13, 2018
Joe Funk

Learn the best practices for seed treatment operations to ensure the highest quality of seed...

The Wily Wireworm: An Unpredictable Pest

June 4, 2018
Joe Funk

Learn how to identify and manage the wily wireworm, an unpredictable pest that can cause...

Keep Dust-Off Out of the Fields, and Out of the Headlines

April 26, 2018
Joe Funk

Keep your fields healthy and productive with these dust-control tips. Learn how to reduce dust...

Standardizing Plant Pathogen Identification

February 19, 2018
Joe Funk

Accurate and reliable plant pathogen identification is essential for effective disease management. Learn how standardization...

ASTA Federal and State 2018 Priorities

January 18, 2018
Joe Funk

Learn about ASTA's 2018 priorities for the federal and state governments, including travel tax reform,...

Biologicals: A Natural Complement to Chemistry

January 16, 2018
Joe Funk

Learn how biologicals are a natural complement to chemistry in the business world. Discover the...

ASTA CSS Highlights

January 15, 2018
Joe Funk

Learn how ASTA CSS can help you improve your business operations and increase efficiency. Get...

Germplasm Morgue or Gold Mine?

January 11, 2018
Joe Funk

Germplasm morgue is a gold mine of genetic diversity for plant breeders. Learn how this...

Seed Association of The Americas

December 15, 2017
Joe Funk

The Seed Association of the Americas is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the safe...

Here’s What You Need to Know About Biologicals

December 12, 2017
Joe Funk

Learn about the use of biologicals in agriculture and how they can help increase crop...

Finding Black Ink

December 1, 2017
Joe Funk

Learn how to find the perfect black ink for your business needs. This article covers...

Finding New Cover Crop Varieties

November 22, 2017
Joe Funk

Discover new cover crop varieties to improve soil health and reduce erosion. Learn how to...

Out of This World Plant Research

October 30, 2017
Joe Funk

World-leading plant research facility opens in Canada: World-CASIS, a new research facility dedicated to plant...

AOSCA Certifications Have Global Influence

October 27, 2017
Joe Funk

AOSCA certifications are gaining global recognition for their ability to ensure the safety and quality...

USDA PVPO Launches Electronic Filing System

October 13, 2017
Joe Funk

USDA PVPO launches new electronic filing system to streamline the process of filing for payments...

Cattle Producers Drive Oklahoma Wheat Breeding

October 10, 2017
Joe Funk

Oklahoma cattle producers are leading the way in wheat breeding, developing varieties that are better...

Prairie Strips Yield Big Environmental Benefits

October 5, 2017
Joe Funk

Prairie strips are a simple, cost-effective way to improve soil health and reduce runoff. Learn...

Mixed Results for Plenish Soybean Oil

October 5, 2017
Joe Funk

Mixed results for Plenish soybean oil in 2017. Learn about the performance of this new...

Beck Ag Expands Management Team

October 5, 2017
Joe Funk

Beck Ag expands team with new hires to strengthen management and operations. New hires bring...

New Corn Silage Shows Improved Fiber Content and Starch Digestibility

October 5, 2017
Joe Funk

Maximize corn silage nutrition with fiber content and starch digestibility. Learn how to improve feed...

Fungal Symbiosis Improves Plant’s Drought Tolerance

October 5, 2017
Joe Funk

Symbiotic fungi help plants survive drought by improving their water retention. Learn how this natural...

Wheat Gives Way to Row Crops in South Dakota

October 4, 2017
Joe Funk

South Dakota farmers are shifting away from wheat production to row crops like corn and...

U.S. DoE Grant for Elite Energy Sorghum Varieties

October 3, 2017
Joe Funk

Learn how to make the most of your college experience with tips from successful students....

Plant Materials Centers Strive to Maintain Funding

October 2, 2017
Joe Funk

Plant Materials Centers strive to maintain funding to continue their mission of providing sustainable agricultural...

R. Foley Services Expands Staff and Services

September 28, 2017
Joe Funk

R. Foley Services expands seed consulting services to help farmers increase yields and reduce costs....

3rd World Congress on Biostimulants in Agriculture

September 27, 2017
Joe Funk

Learn about the latest advances in biostimulants and their potential to revolutionize agriculture at the...

Syngenta agrees to $1.4 billion settlement

September 27, 2017
Joe Funk

Learn how to create a successful business plan and the importance of having one. Get...

Montana Plant Science Researcher Honorary UK Professor

September 27, 2017
Joe Funk

Montana plant science researcher named honorary professor in UK. Dr. David Sands recognized for his...

Symposium: Managing Global Resources for a Secure Future

September 26, 2017
Joe Funk

Secure the future of global resources with expert insights from the 2017 Symposium. Learn from...

Iowa Professor Misra Receives Global Academic Leadership Award

September 25, 2017
Joe Funk

Iowa professor receives prestigious Global Academic Leadership Award for her commitment to international education....