Hiring on nation’s farms up 15 percent as wage rates edge up from last...
Farm operators paid their hired workers an average wage of $9.22 per hour during the reference week, up 6 cents from last year.
Horses big business in West Virginia
The West Virginia Equine Economic Impact Study said that the once almost-invisible horse industry is now stepping forward as a major force within West Virginia's economy.
More maple syrup flowed in 2004
Ohio's production, estimated at 78,000 gallons, totaled $1.8 million; and Pennsylvania's production, at 60,000 gallons, $1.4 million.
‘New’ bacteria discovery could yield clues to controlling pig manure stink
"Hespellia" is the name of a new genus of bacteria discovered by USDA's Agricultural Research Service and cooperating scientists.
Old and new forms of worship do not mix
Reader says the older folks who are church members are isolated and do not have their worship needs supplied.
Reader pleased to ‘Read It Again’
A brief mention in Farm and Dairy's weekly historical review made reader's day.
Kerry vs. Bush: How could he do any worse?
Reader finds presidential campaign rhetoric unbelievable.
PROGRESS: Separate, but equal
Five brothers make western Pa. dairy partnership work
We need to stand behind Bush
Reader objects to earlier letter bashing President Bush.
Mail Pouch barns: Landmark art or advertisement?
State's error gets response from barn lovers.
