Yearly Archives: 2016
A roundup of FFA news for May 26, 2016
This week's roundup includes news from the West Muskingum, National Trail-MVCTC, West Holmes, Hiland, Northwestern, Black River, Hillsdale, Southern Local and Crestview FFA chapters.
5 items for your farm’s cash flow statement
Understanding how much money is coming in and going out and where it is going to or coming from is an important record keeping practice on your farm.
Strange markets as traders watch planting progress
Traders fell over themselves finding reasons for the differences, but they are hard to explain.
CAUV reform on hold in House and Senate committees
Time is running out if lawmakers are going to act on CAUV this legislative session.
FDA releases new look for nutrition facts label
The new labeling includes nutrition information for "one serving" and "one package" to help consumers make wise, healthy food choices.
Cost-share program helps make organic certification affordable for farmers, processors
This funding covers as much as 75 percent of an individual applicant’s certification costs, up to a maximum of $750 annually per certification scope.
How to grow strawberries in containers
Strawberries can be grown in all kinds of containers. Here are directions for planting them in strawberry jars.
Research finds decline in forest cover in New England, N.Y.
Researchers found forest losses were greatest along the urban fringe, where population growth was highest.
USDA announces ag research funds through NIFA
Funding opportunities include priority areas for U.S. agriculture, with input by commodity boards.
Making equipment pay
Everyone loves shiny, new farm equipment, but it doesn’t always fit the budget. A cost/benefit analysis can help farmers determine if and when a potential equipment purchase pays.
