Nelson Irrigation’s new solenoid claims top prize
Nelson Irrigation’s TWIG-V Plus wireless solenoid was awarded the top prize in the Irrigation Association’s 2024 New Product Contest in the agricultural irrigation category, according to a news release.
The TWIG-V Plus integrates a latching solenoid with TWIG-V wireless 900 MHz radio network compatibility, which eliminates the need for wire connections between the solenoid and the remote terminal unit. It is solar-powered with a rechargeable battery that can last up to five irrigation seasons, according to the release. An optional SE “switch enabled” model can connect to a flow or pressure switch to verify valve operation. It features integrated mounting for 800 or 1000 series valves and an adaptable orifice to adjust valve reaction speed. The sealed enclosure protects the electronics from water exposure.
Nelson Irrigation, headquartered in Walla Walla, Washington, plans, designs, manufactures and sells proprietary products for the irrigation equipment market. For more information, visit: nelsonirrigation.com.
Entrapment insecticide receives EPA registration
Attune Agriculture, which develops hydrocolloid-based agricultural products, recently announced that its new line of insecticides, Entrapment, has received registration from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and will soon be available for use in all states, including California, according to a news release. Entrapment is a new class of insecticide that uses a purely physical mode of action to control insect and mite pests on a wide range of crops without causing phytotoxicity. Entrapment’s product line features four formulations, including one approved by the Organic Materials Review Institute for organic applications.
“Entrapment insecticide provides a high level of control of many of the most important insect and mite pests in agriculture (and) can be applied up until harvest, a much-needed tool for growers,” said Greg Andon, CEO of Attune Agriculture. “We believe its unique combination of physical mode of action, efficacy within a specific pest size range and lack of phytotoxicity make Entrapment one of the most consequential new actives to be introduced in many years.”
Entrapment provides effective control of aphids, thrips, psyllids, whiteflies, scales, leafhoppers, mites, plant bugs, fleahoppers, chinch bugs and small caterpillars. The EPA-registered label includes most crops, including fruits, nuts, vegetables and row crops. Extensively field-tested by reputable third-party ag research facilities across the U.S., Entrapment’s proprietary technology provides control of invasive pests equal to, or better than, chemical standards. A field test in apples found a 19.3 percent improvement in codling moth control compared to a standard chemical rotation.
For more information, visit: attuneag.com.
Tessenderlo Kerley acquires Tiger-Sul
Tessenderlo Group recently announced that its subsidiary, Tessenderlo Kerley Inc. (TKI), has acquired Tiger-Sul, a provider of sulfur-based fertilizer products, from Platte River Equity. Tiger-Sul will continue to operate under its brand names and focus on the North American market, according to a news release.
“We’re excited to welcome Tiger-Sul to the TKI team, and we look forward to our ability to offer our customers Tiger-Sul’s complementary crop nutrition and soil enhancement products,” said Russell Sides, executive vice president of TKI.
The acquisition strengthens TKI’s specialty fertilizer portfolio as the company looks to improve crop yield and provide more control for farmers.
“We appreciate the support from Platte River Equity, and we are looking forward to providing great value to our customers through our new partnership with TKI,” said Mike Dennerlein, president of Tiger-Sul.
For more information, visit: tkinet.com.
Terrantic and Nexgen3 announce partnership
Terrantic, a data platform provider for food supply chain operations, recently announced a strategic partnership with Nexgen3, an agricultural industry sales group with expertise in a variety of crops, according to a news release.
This partnership brings together Terrantic’s technology with Nexgen3’s years of experience to address operational challenges faced by farmers and growers. Craig Belfield and Paul Nelson, who have a combined 70-plus years of experience in the agriculture industry, will lead Nexgen3’s efforts. The partnership will initially focus on row crops, specialty crops, permanent crops and commodity crops.
“We are thrilled to have Nexgen3, with the expertise of industry leaders Craig Belfield and Paul Nelson, representing our product line,” said Trevor Cox, president of Terrantic. “Craig and Paul are highly respected figures in agriculture, known for their strong relationships in Washington, California and beyond.”
Nexgen3 is leading the expansion efforts, starting in California and other U.S. regions, to ensure that farmers and packing houses across the country have access to operational solutions.
“Together, we’re committed to solving real challenges for our customers and putting their needs first,” said Belfield, founder of Nexgen3. “By combining our strengths, we’re able to offer an unparalleled suite of tools that directly benefits farmers and growers.”
For more information, visit: terrantic.com.
Almanac’s intelligence platform offers data services
Through acquisitions, partnerships, third-party integrations and artificial intelligence, Almanac is continuing to expand its farm intelligence products, including helping farmers access services from Semios and Agworld, according to a news release. Semios delivers real-time climate, pest and water data through a network of over 500,000 sensors. Agworld’s farm management software serves as a digital hub for overseeing budgets, compliance and operational efficiencies, equipping farmers with the tools to cultivate profitability and streamline every aspect of their business.
“Almanac isn’t just about the latest software, data, AI or hardware — although we offer those in abundance,” said Sumer Johal, CEO of Semios. “Almanac respects, values and provides wisdom in a field where wisdom is key: the wisdom of farmers, the wisdom of the land and the wisdom we gather through our technology.”
In addition, Almanac, which aims to empower farmers by delivering actionable insights through a suite of products and digital tools, is promoting its intelligence platform, Alma, which uses AI-powered summaries on regional weather, product recommendations and pest activity to provide easy-to-understand, actionable insights tailored to each farm’s unique needs. Alma analyzes vast amounts of real-time farm data to predict trends and provide farmers with the foresight needed to make smarter decisions, improve yields, reduce costs and promote sustainability.
For more information, visit: almanac.co.
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