Yearly Archives: 2004
Get help to look outside the ag box
Penn State alternative ag entrepreneur program may benefit some small farmers.
Expert: Energy costs hit farmers hard
Comprehensive energy legislation now in Congress may ease high energy prices pinching America's farm families.
Diseased plants potentially shipped to Pennsylvania nurseries from California
Pennsylvania may have received nursery plants infected with the fungus-like plant pathogen Phytophthora ramorum, also known as Sudden Oak Death.
Dairy program says it’s a success
Dairy experts skeptical about just how much CWT contributed to the increase in milk prices.
Group wants to start ethanol co-op
Project could be first new generation cooperative formed in Ohio.
Crawford County, Pa., next in line for ethanol plant
Project is moving forward but nothing is concrete yet, says spokesperson.
Ashtabula Co. ethanol plant idea scrapped; idea reborn in Coshocton
Grain buyer says the disadvantage to building a plant in Ohio is the high-priced corn.
Farmers, welcome to Wally World
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on Wal-Mart's overwhelming influence.
Farmers need new game plan to retain their share of food dollar
Processor consolidation and rising retail influence has changed the ag ball game.
Spring means schools visit farms
School trips should visit family farms, not CAFOs.
