Hog prices are disappointing this year
URBANA, Ill. - Hog prices have lost their luster, according to a Purdue University Extension marketing specialist.
Meat packers will be fined millions
BILLINGS, Mont. - Jurors in a federal class action trial reached a unanimous verdict April 12 against three of the nation's largest multinational meat packers for ignoring incorrect boxed-beef price reports issued by the USDA during a six-week period in the spring of 2001.
Organic food watchdog sues USDA
CORNUCOPIA, Wis. - The Cornucopia Institutehas filed a lawsuit in federal court demanding the USDA provide public records sought through several Freedom of Information Act requests.
If you can, get in fields early
COLUMBUS - Getting ready to plant corn? Just remember the trials and tribulations of establishing last season's crop.
Land trusts can do more harm than good
STANFORD, Calif. - Land trusts that focus on biodiversity conservation should consider the impact of real estate market forces when acquiring land, according to a new study to be published in the March 13 online edition of the
Results are in from Pa. Beef Exposition
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. - A weekend of cattle sales, youth competitions, cattle shows and tradeshows came to a satisfying end for many of Pennsylvania's cattle enthusiasts.
Social Security affects farm workers
EAST LIVERPOOL, Ohio - As American farmers and growers prepare for spring planting season, they should make sure they know the rules that affect Social Security protection for their workers.
U.S. is divided on immigration issue
WASHINGTON - More Americans would prefer workplace sanctions to reduce illegal immigration from Mexico rather than fences or additional border agents, according to a new national poll.
Top dairy producers are pointed out
COSHOCTON, Ohio - The 2006 dairy princess was crowned, top dairy producers were recognized, a number of youth achievement awards were presented, and others were given special recognition at the annual Coshocton County dairy meeting and banquet.
Donations come through for Columbiana County extension
SALEM, Ohio - The outlook for the Columbiana County Extension office is improving, but County Director Julie Herron said the fight isn't over.













