U.S. economy showing growth, but some vulnerabilities do remain
CHERRY HILL, N.J. and PORTLAND, Maine -- Despite encouraging signs of progress over the last few months, the U.S. economic recovery remains vulnerable, according to a report released today by TD Economics, an affiliate of TD Bank.
Remember Cash for Clunkers? It was a dud
ITHACA, N.Y. -- The 2009 Cash for Clunkers federal vehicle trade-in program was a clunker itself. A new study found the program would have been more effective with higher fuel economy requirements for new vehicles and different vehicle-age thresholds for various types of trade-in vehicles.
Invasive weeds may be partially to blame for flooding along U.S. rivers
LAWRENCE, Kan. -- Scientists say invasive weeds are overrunning many vital "riparian" lands -- the ecologically diverse natural habitats that run along the millions of miles of our nation's waterways and help to prevent or moderate flooding.
Disease-causing strains of Fusarium prevalent in bathroom sinks
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- In the first extensive survey of its kind, researchers in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences sampled nearly 500 sink drains from 131 buildings -- including businesses, homes, university dormitories and public facilities -- in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and California.
Soybean yield and quality contest winners announced
WORTHINGTON, Ohio -- The 2011 Ohio Soybean Yield and Quality Contest had a total of 128 applicants in its second year running.
Weed killer Atrazine aids conservation tillage
GREENSBORO, N.C. -- According to a new study by Paul D. Mitchell, ag economist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the herbicide atrazine benefits U.S. corn, sorghum and sugar cane farmers by up to $3.3 billion annually, thanks to increased yield, decreased cost and reduced soil erosion.
Rare swine breeds: Are heritage hogs the next niche market?
PITTSBORO, N.C. -- In the world of local niche foods, raising heritage livestock is becoming just as popular as growing heirloom fruits and vegetables.
Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference set for Feb. 9-11 in Mich.
ELSIE, Mich. -- The 10th annual Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference will take place Feb. 9-11 at the Soaring Eagle Resort, Casino and Conference Center in Mount Pleasant.
A roundup of FFA news for the week of Dec. 29, 2011:
JEROMESVILLE, Ohio -- The Hillsdale FFA chapter's Food Science and Technology team, Sarah Bookman, Jordan Haas, Megan Poynter, and Logan Garber, competed Nov. 21...
Top farm stories of 2011
A year-in-review look at 10 of the biggest farm issues we covered in 2011.
