Monthly Archives: February 2003
Die-cast John Deere tractor is a ‘Toy of the Century’
John Deere tractor made the list of 100 top toys produced in the 20th century.
Danger zone: ATVs on farms
Although some farmers rely on all-terrain vehicles, they can be dangerous if precautions aren't taken seriously.
Congress intervenes in elevator rule change
Federally licensed grain elevators will continue to operate under current U.S. Warehouse Act provisions.
College offers six personal enrichment spring classes
Westminster College will offer several personal enrichment and leisure courses for community residents.
Atlantique City antique show opens March 22
Atlantique City, coined the largest indoor antique and collectible fair, is coming back to Atlantic City March 22-23.
Animal abuse closely linked to human abuse
Nearly 90 percent of pets living in homes where domestic abuse is taking place are either abused or killed.
Life and times of a hoof trimmer
Joe Ramsey is an independent man - self-described as unconventional - and his livelihood is hitched to the back of his green Ford pickup.
Family strikes balance between tax-time tasks and cow herd care
Farmer Jerry Berg's office serves triple-duty as a tax office, farm business and shrine to family accomplishments.
Looking for brainy farm solutions
n this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell tries to use both sides of her brain to make sense out of farm income numbers and unemployment figures.
Values, beliefs put farming at risk
Reader wonders whether agriculture will get regulatred out of business.
