Monthly Archives: April 2011
New regulations impact how much and where farm fuel can be stored
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Agricultural producers storing more than 1,320 gallons of fuel or other petroleum products on their farms soon will need a...
Mississippi River watershed could be model for world
A regional/national initiative to address the sustainability of the Mississippi River basin, which is critical to the country and the world, can serve as an international model for the sustainability of other rivers.
Finally seeing the reverence of land
For 35 years I have returned to Indian Farm, when I can, to replenish what it first gave me as a child.
You can’t just uncover the boat and head out onto the lake!
Smart anglers and other boat owners need to spend a Saturday afternoon getting boat, motor, and trailer ready for the first half of the fishing and boating season.
With fruit, you might need two plants
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Planning to plant a single fruit-producing tree, shrub or vine this spring may not be enough -- even for gardens with...
Graziers should act like people in any profession to succeed
The start of the growing season is a good time to reflect on the characteristics of successful graziers.
Think About It: In My Father’s House
“In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you, I go to prepare a place for...
Wildlife council passes Ohio River fishing regs
COLUMBUS — Rules to unify several fishing regulations along the entire Ohio River were passed at the April 6 meeting of Ohio Wildlife Council,...
Yes, I’ll gladly blow out my candles
I try to embrace the gift of another birthday, the gift of each and every day, really. I try to celebrate for those who didn't get to grow older along with us, while holding them dear in treasured memories.
Not where I come from…
Editor:Where I come from, we farmers care about each other — regardless of what type of operation or husbandry practices we use. We help...