Need a quick catch up on the news? Here are seven agricultural stories you might have missed this week.

1. The United Nations agriculture agency said adopting climate-smart practices to curb greenhouse gas emissions is critical for hunger and poverty reduction. By adopting climate-smart practices and increasing the capacity of soils and forests to sequester carbon, emissions can be reduced while increasing food production, the report states. – Farm Futures

First test of Alaska's Right to Farm law, agriculture in the Ukraine and a self-driving tractor are among the ag stories in the news this week.

2. Ukraine has rich soil and its location near the European Union, Middle East, Russia and Africa give it a global export advantage. Its non-GMO corn varieties are a favorite of Chinese buyers. The challenges include an inability to purchase land, access to capital, corruption and war. - Bloomberg Businessweek

3. The American Soybean Association and the National Oilseed Processors Association have released a report highlighting the benefits of the Trans-Pacific Partnership for soybean growers. – Farm Futures

4. Farmers and agricultural companies are turning to the Internet of Things to meet the need to produce 70% more food in 2050 than in 2006.  – Business Insider

5. DuPont is planning to sell a business making herbicides to help reduce potential antitrust concerns as it attempts to complete a $59 billion merger with Dow Chemical Co. – Farm Futures

6. The Alaska Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday on Alaska’s Right to Farm Act. The court heard arguments between Robert Riddle, who uses septic tank waste on his farmland, and Eric Lanser, a neighboring landowner. – KTOO Public Media

7. Dannon plans to start a two-year process in 2017 to ensure that the cows that supply milk for Dannon’s three flagship brands are fed non-GMO feed. Leaders of six ag organizations are criticizing Dannon’s move, saying taking away GMOs forces the agricultural industry to use outdated technology to run their businesses. – Farm Futures

And your bonus:

Case IH showcased its autonomous tractor concept at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. The tractor uses satellites, radar, cameras and other digital gear to navigate fields. – USA Today