Yearly Archives: 2017
Pondering taxes and freedom
As we were celebrating Independence Day, it was not a day to think of what we pay, but what we owe to enjoy the freedoms that we do.
Like humans, pigs prefer new toys
Yes, even piglets prefer new toys. Pig brains are remarkably similar to human brains, so they are often used as model systems by neuroscientists.
Roundup of 4-H news for July 6, 2017
The Crestview FFA officer team went to a Cleveland Indians game at Progressive Field June 14.
Too many cooks, not enough cooking up new trade policies
The trade cooks at the White House will continue to search for a trade recipe that they hope will boost ag exports.
Scientists develop way to detect Palmer amaranth
The assay can detect genetic variations unique to Palmer even when flooded with samples from closely related species, including waterhemp.
Has anyone seen any tent caterpillars?
Usually, distinctive tent caterpillar webs appear in trees in April. They become more conspicuous throughout May, and by June they’re everywhere.
County committees need local producers
The folks at FSA are looking for a few good producers to join their county committees.
You can help keep trash out of the water
Each year, Living Lands and Waters, with countless conservation districts, watershed groups and local organizations, offers river and stream cleanups.
How to pick the best melon
Not only are melons juicy and nutritious, but if you pick the right ones they are sweet and delicious, as well.
Exciting, confusing weekend hits grain trade
Price revisions from the Chicago Board of Trade, a surprising end of week USDA crop report, and a holiday shortening up early week trading made for an exciting and confusing weekend in grain trade.
