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Landus and Talusag have started North America's first field test using locally produced green ammonia fertilizer in Boone, Iowa. The initiative aims to provide farmers with a reliable, cost-effective alternative to traditional fertilizers and reduce dependence on global supply chains. A larger production facility is under construction in Eagle Grove.12

Expoagro 2025 highlighted a surge in agtech and AI adoption, with startups expanding domestically and abroad. Despite crop farmers facing tighter margins, Argentina’s cattle industry is buoyed by strong global beef demand. Venture capital is flowing back into agtech, signaling renewed investor confidence after a challenging period.34

Recent field trials in Iowa featured the Salin 247 autonomous planter, while Ontario farmers showcased the AgroIntelli Robotti, an autonomous diesel-powered tool. These innovations illustrate the increasing adoption of robotics and automation in planting operations, pointing toward a future where traditional tractors may be replaced by smart machines.52