South Korea lifts ban on U.S. beef
South Korea agreed April 18 to lift its ban on U.S. beef, an action that should allow the U.S.-Republic of Korea Free Trade Agreement to move forward.
Syngenta to build a new research center in China
BASEL, Switzerland — Syngenta recently said it will build a new biotech research and technology center in Beijing, China.
Its focus will be on...
Good neighbors and environmental stewards honored by Ohio coalition
COLUMBUS — Two things are important to this year’s Environmental Stewardship Award winners: each farm’s rich history and bright future, thanks to the owners’...
Pennsylvania preserves its 3500th farm
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Farmland Preservation Board set a new record April 17 by preserving the state’s 3,500th farm, Gov. Edward G. Rendell...
Barter system helps feed needy families
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer said recently that USDA donations will exceed $100 million in a swap of government surplus...
Scientist breeds cold-hardy hairy vetch
BELTSVILLE, Md. — Agricultural Research Service geneticist and breeder Thomas Devine and collaborators have released “Purple Bounty,” the first winter-hardy, early-flowering vetch for the...
Web site helps 4-H’ers keep records
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — As spring arrives, it’s time for young people who plan to raise a 4-H market livestock project to select their...
Conference focuses on sustainable living
COLUMBUS — Local foods. Alternative transportation. Living with a smaller environmental footprint.
All these topics will be covered at an upcoming conference, “Sustainability Now!...
You’re right: Your younger sister got away with murder, but you didn’t
BALTIMORE — If you think your parents let your younger siblings get away with a lot, you’re probably right.
A new study from researchers...
Vet association opens online resource
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Launched earlier this month as a members-only benefit, the American Veterinary Medical Association has opened access to its AVMA Collections to...
