News & Events
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Reliable Local Brand Expands to Offer Corn Varieties
ST. JOHNS, MI. (August 10, 2026) – DF Seeds LLC is formally announcing the addition of DF-branded corn varieties. This reliable leader in providing outstanding seed options will now bring …
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DF Seeds, Long-time Leader in Non-GMO Soybeans, Expands into Wisconsin
ST. JOHNS, Mich. (May 18, 2026) – DF Seeds LLC formally announces their expansion into the state of Wisconsin. This long-time leader in providing outstanding seed options will now bring …
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DF Seeds Welcomes Elizabeth Smith, Summer Intern
DF Seeds would like to welcome our Seed Sales & Agronomy Intern for Summer 2026, Elizabeth Smith. Smith grew up in Hope, Michigan and was inspired to pursue a career …
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DF Seeds Joins Lead Food Capital
Same Products, Same People, New Opportunities DF Seeds is proud to announce its acquisition by Lead Food Capital. This marks an exciting new chapter for both organizations and reinforces DF …
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DFender Seed Treatment
The DF Seeds Difference: DFender Seed treatment. Seed treatments are a proven way to protect your seed investment from early season threats. DF seeds has our own DFender seed treatment …
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Late season soybean diseases
Soybean diseases are showing up across Michigan. Everywhere you drive, you can see the different soybean varieties from the road. Some early season varieties are starting to mature, but other …
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DF Seeds names new Operations Manager
Ty Bodeis announced as new Operations Manager DF Seeds President Janna Fritz proudly announces the appointment of Ty Bodeis to the position of Operations Manager, effective Sept. 3, 2024. Ty …
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Are you worried about Tar Spot?
You may have heard that this disease has been reported in Michigan. You may have even started seeing this disease in your own fields. If you have not yet scouted …
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Be on the lookout: Phytophthora Root Rot and Stem Rot
Has your season had more rain than you needed? Even with all the rain, have your soybeans started to look drought-stressed? That is not drought, obviously. However, that appearance means …
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Be on the lookout for insects!
Insect populations on the rise While we all enjoyed the warmer-than-normal temperatures in January and February, our crops may be affected by them for the rest of the season. Those …
