Monthly Archives: April 2006
Don’t run for cover crops just yet
WOOSTER, Ohio - Incorporating cover crops into a production rotation may have conservation benefits, but their short-and long-term agronomic value is still being evaluated.
Demands to verify source and age will mean changes for cow-calf producers
As the Japanese and other foreign markets reopen to U.S. beef, there is increasing demand for source- and age-verified cattle.
Be careful when managing herbicides
COLUMBUS - When it comes to managing weeds with herbicides, the worst thing a grower can do is encourage herbicide resistance through overuse or improper management.
A quest to locate the perfect goat
SAN ANGELO, Texas - A Texas Agricultural Experiment Station researcher said most goat producers picture the "perfect goat" as being one that would produce more kids that grow faster, and remain healthy while doing so.
FDA clarifies how bioterrorism act applies to commercial hay producers
SALEM, Ohio - It doesn't look like commercial hay producers need to worry about stamping bar-coded stickers on thousands of hay bales.
Amish dairyman gets OK to continue farming after raw milk incident
SALEM, Ohio - Two months after a Holmes County farmer's dairy license was revoked, he is now back in business.
Video will be evidence in animal cruelty case
SALEM, Ohio - A district judge has ruled video footage of alleged animal cruelty at a Mount Joy, Pa.
A few questions about raw milk
I have followed the stir regarding drinking unpasteurized milk with interest. Like many of you, I am sure, I grew up drinking milk straight from the cow.
USDA: Defenders of the corrupt
During Australia's inquiry of the $215 million in kickbacks paid to the Saddam Hussein regime, documents have been made public that show American-based Australian diplomats working hand-in glove with U.
Sparks From Over The Hill
I made up my mind years ago that I'd probably never own a new car. It's not that I would mind flaunting its perks as I drive around, but the final answer for the math behind a new vehicle purchase is too impractical for my style, even if I could afford one.
