Cataract surgeries help people see nature’s beauty
There was a time not too long ago that folks with cataracts had little hope of regaining their full vision and enjoying nature's wonders. Most of us take the privilege of sight for granted and I know many of our readers have had cataract surgery and know firsthand what a blessing it is.
A history of the Farm Security Administration
Learn more about the history and evolution of the Farm Service Agency, and find out how you can help in your county.
Ask FSA Andy: Youth farm loans available
Hello Again!The Farm Service Agency has a loan program to assist rural youth to establish and operate income producing agriculture projects. The youth loan...
FSA Andy: No one likes paperwork, but don’t miss key farm program deadlines
If you've bought or sold land, or added or dropped rented ground, be sure to let your USDA Farm Service Agency office know.
Sign up for the Conservation Reserve Program
Hello Friends,
This year's general sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is quickly coming to an end tomorrow, June 14. If you are interested...
FSA Andy for June 5
Hello again!
I’d like to discuss prevented planting and failed crops with you. It’s important to remember that you need to report prevented planted acreage...
Ask FSA Andy: The drought and crop insurance
Hello Again!As the weeks roll by, once again the crop year of 2012 seems to be one that will go down in history as...
FSA Andy for July 3
Hello again!The Farm Service Agency has a youth loan program to establish and operate income-producing projects of modest size in connection with their participation...
Remembering two lifelong farmers
We lost two local stalwarts of our farming community this past week. Raymond was 97 and Warren was 89.
Apply now for farm storage facility loan
Hello Again!
The motto for the Boy Scouts is “Be prepared.” Are you prepared for your 2013 harvest? Will your corn be singing, “Oh give...
