Monthly Archives: January 2010
Wind turbine powers the way for Ohio produce grower
REEDSBURG, Ohio -- It may take a few years to pay for itself, but produce grower Monica Bongue has her sight set on wind...
Ask FSA Andy By FSA Andy
Hello Again!Congratulations to all the newly elected and re-elected county committee members. Their responsibilities begin immediately, as the first official meeting this month will...
Steps to take to ensure your newborn foal’s health
Learning foal behavior can determine healthy behavior from problems on the rise.
Ultrasound and artificial insemination techniques improve sheep breeding
DUBOIS, Idaho -- Bred for meat as well as wool, sheep have been part of the American landscape since colonial times. Now, advances in...
A new partnership sets sights on reducing fraud in farm programs
WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is partnering with the Internal Revenue Service to reduce fraud in farm programs and streamlining...
Land conservancy groups join together
CHESTERLAND, Ohio — Western Reserve Land Conservancy, the state’s largest land trust, became even larger when Grand River Partners officially became part of the...
New Regulations for Medicated Feeds
Two changes in federal regulations will affect medicated feeds, including milk replacer, beginning early next year.
Power of mind can help with diet resolution
WASHINGTON -- The fleeting thought of a candy bar is often enough to inspire a powerful sweet tooth. But if people go through the...
Year in Review: 2009
2009-- A year many producers would like to forget but instead will move on and hope for a brighter 2010.
