Guard against silo gas dangers
Nitrogen dioxide is a lethal gas with a yellowish-brown color, when this gas achieves further oxidation and is then combined with water it becomes a highly-corrosive nitric acid.
Social issues influence agriculture
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on what the farmer owes the consumer, and how consumer perceptions drive the market.
Herbfest is designed for both experts and beginners
The 10th annual Frontier Herb Fest - the nation's largest annual herb conference - will be Aug. 17-19 at Boulder, Colo.
Ethanol bandwagon has room for one more
Those booming for ethanol production in Ohio say that even though the wagon is getting crowded, there is still plenty of time for Ohio farmers to hop on.
High court finds one checkoff illegal
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 25 that the mushroom checkoff is unconstitutional, saying it violates free-speech rights under the First Amendment.
New livestock judging method puts education back in the ring
The "systems analysis" method of market livestock project evaluation has been adopted by the Lake County junior fair livestock committee and will be used this summer at the Lake County Fair. This approach attempts to put more objectivity into the subjectivity of judging and doesn't encourage the ethics violations that creep into the business of "showing" animals.
Is biotech really needed inthe Midwest?
The potential of biotechnology and genetically altered plants must be weighed against the risks of using it.
Antique lamps to light Paducah, Ky.
Collectors of Aladdin kerosene mantle lamps and Aladdin electric lamps hold their 29th annual convention Aug. 2-4.
Learn how to make your summer picnic a bee free event
The solution to annoying bees at your family barbecue may be to share your feast.
Baseball’s legendary playing fields honored
The United States Postal Service has issued a set of Baseball's Legendary Playing Fields commemorative stamps.
