Update: Big news about some pretty big predators
Large predators are difficult to study because they're relatively uncommon and they roam widely, so I was thrilled when I heard two good news...
Are we inefficient or more conscientious?
Editor:In reference to the article titled "Obama: Cut direct farm payments" published in the March 5 issue of Farm and Dairy, I know a...
One isn’t the loneliest number, but crazy sure is
I would like to state for the record that I am not now, nor have I ever been, even a little bit insane. At...
Known by the company they keep
If it’s even partly true that you’re known by the company you keep, then the farmer-loved ethanol business got a lot less lovable Feb....
Hazard A Guess: Week of March 5, 2009
Each week Farm and Dairy challenges readers to identify a small tool or gadget.
Wood frog’s voice is not frog-like
It may seem a bit early to be listening for frogs, but wood frogs rush the season. They emerge from beneath forest leaf litter...
The seed catalogs are a sign of spring
"The snow holds for what seems to be forever in the valley and in the far pasture. As I plan my garden once again,...
Pet and Petability
"He's riled!" I cautioned Kathie. She goaded our cat with her forearm. He lunged, wrapped his front legs around her arm and grabbed her...
FSA Andy for March 5
Hello again!The Farm Service Agency makes loans to rural youth to establish and operate income producing agriculture projects in connection with their participation in...
Cat woman: There’s a new girl in the house
Full-figured Bingo is not quite sure where she is just yet.But, with typical feline curiosity, she is exploring every corner of every room, every...
