Choose and care for your perfect Christmas tree with these pointers
URBANA, Ill. - Start a family tradition and think about purchasing a real Christmas tree this year. "Why should you purchase a real Christmas tree? Christmas trees remove dust and pollen from the air," said
Goats thrive on ethanol byproduct
TEMPLE HILL, Ky. - More ethanol plants projected to come on line over the next several years could result in lower feed costs for livestock producers.
Santa comes early to remote Alaska
WASHINGTON
Santa may bring a Senate farm bill
WASHINGTON - The Senate reached an agreement late last week to consider 40 amendments - 20 from the Democrats and 20 from the Republicans - to its version of the farm bill.
Carroll FSA office to be consolidated
SALEM, Ohio - Carroll County farmers will be driving farther to visit their Farm Service Agency next year.
Dairy labeling debate continues
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio - For Carol Goland, it's about a consumer's right to know. For Brenda Hastings, it's about not misleading those who buy dairy products.
Two counties, two vineyards
NORTON, Ohio - Andy Troutman rolls terms like cabernet sauvignon and franc, pinot grigio, chardonnay and riesling from his tongue like second nature.
Apple orchard may be hog heaven
EAST LANSING, Mich. - Casting pearls before swine may be a waste of time, but drop some apples in front of them and they may prove to be a valuable asset in an organic apple orchard.
New beef cuts to be introduced in ’08
CENTENNIAL, Colo. - A new line of Beef Value Cuts - this time fabricated from the beef chuck roll - is slated for a 2008 rollout, according to the checkoff-funded Beef Innovations Group, which is coordinating research and marketing efforts to expand the value cuts program.
Ohio elevators offering premiums for low-lin beans in ’08
DES MOINES, Iowa - Ohio growers now have more opportunities to market their soybeans for a premium. A select group of Ohio elevators is offering growers expanded options to earn special premiums for soybeans during the 2008 season.













