Saying goodbye to a beloved pet
One by one, like falling stars, they blaze too swiftly across our lives, then disappear except for their forever aura that never fades. We...
Claims process in place for alleged discrimination at USDA
Hello again!As part of continued efforts to close the chapter on allegations that discrimination occurred at USDA in past decades, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack...
You can practice natural resources conservation just about anywhere
Conservation is everyone's responsibility. All land has resources of soil, water, air, plants and wildlife. Conservation means using these resources wisely, while protecting or...
Golfing is ‘Master’ful time to bird watch
I haven't played a round of golf since college, but each spring I try to catch a few hours of the televised weekend portions...
Use your iPad or iPod to learn more about birding
Want to know what bird's singing beside you in the park? Yep, there's an app for that.
Scratching the surface of the little Utilitor tractor
Many years ago, Nancy and I attended a tractor show at Malabar Farm, probably put on by the Richland County Steam Threshers. Established by...
Think About It: Your Church
What does your church mean to you? Take a few moments and Think About it!, then write down your answer on a piece of...
There’s no better way to learn about agriculture than visiting a farm
We are a rural area, but by now many of these students are at least two generations removed from any family member involved in agriculture. They may live near a farm, or pass farms on the way to school every day, but what they know about farming or the environment is very limited.
Knowing your farm costs helps determine the path it will take
Dairy Jeopardy for $1,000: The answer is -437, -254, and -183. The question: How many Total herds, Grade A herds and Manufacturing Grade herds...
Fashion night at Tractor Supply
You know that moment when you make that fateful decision and say "Who am I going to see at the Tractor Supply at 7:30...
