Monthly Archives: December 2013
Project FeederWatch returns in full swing
It’s time for another season of Project FeederWatch, Cornell University’s premier citizen science opportunity sponsored by the Lab of Ornithology.
Farms and farmhouses in the snow (Photos)
There's nothing like Christmas on the farm. There's something about seeing the contrast of the red barn with the white snow that overwhelms farm folk with nostalgia.
To all of our readers, have a happy holiday! To bring some cheer to you, we've found several snowy farm photos. Enjoy!
Kitty litter: Possible new use for spent corn grains
Kitty litter that’s nearly 100 percent biodegradable can be made by processing spent grains left over from corn ethanol production.
Farm and Dairy’s Twelve Days of Christmas
We asked our readers to send us their own version of the classic holiday song "The Twelve Days of Christmas." We were overwhelmed by your responses! In fact, we couldn’t get the tune out of our heads when reading your versions. Here are your versions of the holiday song.
It’s clear the farm bill needs overhaul
We have been waiting too long for the policy makers to realize something major needs to be changed with the entire structure of the farm bill.
Don’t let cold weather freeze sow performance
Sows may require 25 percent more nutrients in winter to accommodate for additional seasonal demands.
Scientists say Europe is where oldest dogs are found
Dogs likely originated in Europe more than 18,000 years ago, biologists report.
CONSOL Energy has big hopes for 2014
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — CONSOL Energy Inc. is providing an update on Marcellus shale well results from several CONSOL-operated drilling pads in Washington County, Pa.
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You might not want to regift these
Regifting? There are some things that you've received or used on the farm that are probably better left in the shed.
Extreme winter weather may mean extra feed for livestock for survival
WOOSTER, Ohio – Colder, icy, harsh winter weather means producers need to be aware of increased livestock energy requirements to ensure their animals are...
