Final organic product standards released
After months of work and 300,000 public comments, USDA has released national standards for organically grown products.
From papyri pages to the King James
Bible texts from the 1st century through the Kings James version of 1611 showcase some of the milestones of its earliest history on exhibit at the University of Michigan.
Funding available to eligible Pa. farmers
The Pennsylvania Nutrient Management Plan Grant Implementation Program is accepting applications until Dec. 29.
Heat with propane or shelled corn?
Dennis Buffington, professor of agricultural at Penn State, studies when to consider heating by burning corn.
Pork checkoff ballots reviewed
USDA announced last week that 2,000 pork checkoff referendum ballots initially declared invalid will be reviewed again at the county level to determine whether they can be counted.
Tractor certification course offered in Medina County
Medina County 4-H will present a six-class tractor certification course Jan. 13 through Feb. 17for those 14-16 who will be operating a tractor over 20-horse power.
USDA confirms dairy market loss payments
Recently approved Dairy Market Loss Assistance Payments will be made starting this week.
Book covers conservation easements
The American Farm Bureau Federation has produced an authoritative guide for landowners considering the sale of conservation easements on their land.
I will pray for him
Another letter writer responds to one reader's Christian bashing.
Buying used farm machinery is risky
If you need machinery and have some dollars to spend, there may be some tax advantages to buying before the end of the year. But beware when buying used farm equipment - don't buy based on a new coat of paint.
