Ask FSA Andy about reporting crop acreages and the NAP program
Producers who have planted fall seeded grains such as wheat, rye or barley need to report their crop acreages to their local FSA office by Dec. 15. Producers who are interested in the 2016 NAP may need to apply for coverage by Nov. 20, depending on the commodity they want to insure.
Science can mean different things
Depending on the group of people, science and facts can mean different things.
Valuable parenting advice: Relax
There is so much more to life for your children than winning and losing the big game. So relax.
Let persimmon pucker you up this fall
Frosty nights signal persimmons to ripen, turn from bitter to sweet, and lose their astringent nature.
EPA proposal could mean stricter pesticide application requirements
A proposal by the EPA could mean age restrictions and more training requirements for farmers to get recertified for pesticide application.
Grain harvest winds down to early finish
Although it is only the start of November, this strange and accelerated crop year is winding down to a close.
How to cook with cast iron
Cast iron cookware is versatile. Here are some tips for seasoning cast iron cookware as well as troubleshooting suggestions.
Adventures of Doris the Dorset
Doris the Dorset is always finding her way out her pen.
We’ve met the reductionists and they are us
Why do we listen to politicians who yell “Red!” or “Blue!” when we know the answers are not black and white? Because we’ve met the reductionists and they are us.
Who eats (or comes up with) this stuff?
When it comes to dreaming up brave, new food flavors, just because you can does not mean that you should.
