Food system strains help shape 2023 Farm Bill priorities for ag groups
Several years of turmoil for agriculture are shaping priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill for farm groups, and for legislators, as events have strained food and farming systems.
Grazing mentor program launched in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Grazing Lands Coalition and Pasa Sustainable Agriculture is accepting applications for mentors and mentees for its new mentor program.
Ohio farm groups, businesses urge reform to address farm labor issues
Some Ohio farm and business groups are urging immigration reform, saying it could help address workforce shortages in the food and farm sectors.
Tim Ryan hears from farmers at roundtable in Portage County
Energy, regulations and the climate dominated the conversation during a roundtable Congressman Tim Ryan hosted last week for a group of local farmers.
How to make reusable food wraps
Every household can help reduce plastic waste by using reusable food wraps. They are easy to make and can be composted at the end of their useful life.
How to add a new livestock guardian dog to the pack
Tarma Shena discusses why a solid, healthy livestock guardian dog pack is important, especially when adding an outside dog.
How to enhance wildlife habitat on your property
Improving habitat quality for wildlife on your property increases wildlife viewing and helps maintain the health of local ecosystems.
Farmland trust report urges land use planning to reduce farmland loss
If the U.S. continues to develop farmland at the same rate, the country will lose another 18 million acres of farmland by 2040, according to a new report from the American Farmland Trust. Land-use planning and policies that support “smart growth" could reduce that number.
Ohio backs pork industry showdown vs. California’s Proposition 12
More than two dozen state attorneys general and the Biden administration are siding with farm groups in a battle over California’s Proposition 12.
Pa. collects $234 million in natural gas impact fees
An active year of drilling and high natural gas prices last year led Pennsylvania to collect the second largest amount ever in impact fee revenue from natural gas drillers.
