Global activity of pork and beef remains strong
DENVER -- Despite the prolonged slowdown in global economic activity and the initial wave of A-H1N1 Influenza-related market reactions, exports of U.S. pork and...
West Nile confirmed in 68 Ohio counties, 352 horses
Ohio state lab results have confirmed a total of 352 cases of West Nile virus infection in Ohio horses covering 68 counties.
USDA’s policy analysis sets the stage for the next farm bill debate
It is labeled as a "risk management analysis paper," and USDA is careful to say that it is not a farm bill proposal, but the document released early in May in Washington certainly explores the potential for three policy proposals that are leading candidates for becoming the basis for the 2007 farm bill.
Greenhouse gas emissions decreased
It's the largest decline in the 1990 to 2001 time period.
USDA’s school funding well dries up
WASHINGTON - More than $385 million in Forest Service revenue will be distributed to 41 states and Puerto Rico for improvements to public schools, roads and stewardship projects, according to Ag Secretary Mike Johanns.
Bill to encourage use of bio-products, boost Ohio agriculture passes Senate
COLUMBUS -- State Sen. Karen Gillmor (R-Tiffin) announced the Ohio Senate approved Senate Bill 131, her bill that would create a "Buy Bio-Ohio" purchasing...
Keep seed on the straight and narrow
COLUMBUS - Uneven plant spacing and emergence may cause significant yield losses in corn. Seed should be spaced as uniformly as possible within the row to ensure maximum yields and optimal crop performance.
Bush’s plate may be too full for ag issues
President Bush has so many competing priorities he's unlikely to advocate major changes in ag policy.
Cornell student will live her thesis: Bringing insurance to Kenyan farmers
ITHACA, N.Y. -- In the arid, dusty Marsabit region of northern Kenya, most people rely on livestock -- for food, milk and income --...
Alfalfa can weather drought, but growers may find decreased production
WOOSTER, Ohio — Ohio growers may find that although alfalfa can weather the current extreme heat and drought conditions from a quality standpoint, there...
