9 basic considerations for backyard poultry
Think you might be interested in raising a small flock of chickens? Here are some basic considerations for backyard and small-scale producers.
Consumers see ‘organic’ and ‘non-GM’ labels as synonymous
A University of Florida study found consumers are confused about foods labeled organic and nongenetically modified. Some even view them as synonymous.
U.S. exported more natural gas than imported
The United States exported more natural gas than it imported in 2017, marking the first time since 1957 that it has been a net natural gas exporter.
Soybeans edge out corn in 2018 planting intentions
U.S. farmers expect to plant more soybeans than corn this spring, according to the USDA's Prospective Plantings report.
USDA publishes Federal Milk Marketing Order rules for California
California is one step closer to being incorporated into the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. California dairies have from April 2-May 5 to accept or reject proposed FMMO.
Reclaiming the farm
Josh and Crystal Fluharty moved to the farm in 2012 and started to reclaim the land. It has been in the family since 1903, but not farmed since the '70s. Learn what their plans are for this growing season.
Holstein Association USA unveils robotic milking records program
Holstein Association USA is announcing a new program known as TriStarSM AMR.
Yoga could help prevent falling
University of Wisconsin-Madison professor Irene Hamrick reports that the number of falls in older adults dropped 48 percent after yoga classes began.
Ohio honey production down 8 percent in 2017
Ohio honey production for 2017 totaled 1.10 million pounds, down 8 percent from 2016.
Roundup of 4-H news for March 29, 2018
The Country Barbwires 4-H Club met March 19 at the Beechwood United Methodist Church.
