Monthly Archives: May 2014
Planning to not make plans at all
I’m packing the camper — or at least supposed to be. What I’m actually doing is writing about packing the camper. Procrastination — it’s...
Walleye lessons still hold true over 20 years later
In the mid-1980s, Lake Erie’s declared title of Walleye Capital of the World was already well established and undisputable. Those were times when the...
Environmentalists link with Smithfield
RALEIGH, N.C. — The Environmental Defense Fund recently announced a collaboration with Smithfield Foods and its livestock production subsidiary, Murphy-Brown LLC, that will help...
Touching the electric fence
American humorist Will Rogers once noted that he “wasn’t a member of any organized political party” because “I am a Democrat.” The crack is dead-on funny because it’s bulls-eye true. Just ask any Democrat.
Done planting? Keep good records just in case
Producers should record all pertinent information of natural disaster consequences, including as much documentation as possible to substantiate your claim.
First 24 hours critical for calf colostrum
Colostrum, the first milk given by the dam (mother), is packed with antibodies that act as a passive immune system until the calf's immune system produces antibodies itself. But you have only a 24-hour window to get that colostrum in the calf.
Reduce waste when feeding, storing hay
Hay handling tips that can keep your supply in good shape.
Uncertainty in Ukraine drives up grain prices
The future prices of both corn and wheat have increased significantly, reflecting risk in the market.
Exhibit in New York features artifacts from Jewish humanitarian group
NEW YORK — On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee a new exhibition, I Live. Send Help....
NOAA finds probable site of steamer former slave piloted to freedom
CHARLESTON, S.C. — NOAA announced recently it has determined the probable location of the remains of the Civil War-era sidewheel steamer Planter, which gained...
