Farm employment: It’s about the people, not just the cows
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- There are aspects of farming that producers can't control, such as grain markets, input costs and the weather, but employee...
World ‘avoided deforestation’ program would reduce global carbon emissions
COLUMBUS — Wealthy nations willing to collectively spend about $1 billion annually could prevent the emission of roughly half a billion metric tons of carbon dioxide per year for the next 25 years, new research suggests.
Reclaimed wastewater used for irrigation in Florida’s citrus orchards
Cities find new uses for treated water in citrus crop irrigation, navel oranges growing in Florida.
Congress urged to block NAIS
SALEM, Ohio -- Eleven agricultural groups from across the U.S. have asked Congress to block the advancement of USDA's National Animal Identification System.
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Economist sees beef output cuts if production costs remain high
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Soaring grain, oilseed and land prices helped bolster some rural Americans’ incomes over the past year, but livestock producers have not...
Under pressure: Ag input costs continue to climb
While average crop farm incomes are at record highs, so too are total debt/equity levels.
Black Swamp organizes regional conservation planning group
PERRYSBURG, Ohio — Black Swamp Conservancy has organized a group of conservation agencies to create and implement a plan to protect northwest Ohio’s natural...
At Olympics, Americans have home field advantage
EAST LANSING, Mich. —- Chinese officials have tapped Michigan State University’s preeminent turf scientists to help build a portable athletic field for this summer’s...
Animal welfare: Consumers want to know farm animals are cared for
WASHINGTON -- Can consumers and farmers come to the table to discuss animal care and welfare down on the farm?The American Farm Bureau Federation...
A roundup of FFA news
CASTALIA, Ohio — On July 15, members of Margaretta FFA chapter gathered at Kalie Bodey’s house for a summer meeting, swimming and a cookout....
