HATCH for Hunger program is extended through end of year
One in six Indiana citizens are hungry, lacking the funds needed to cover all daily necessities, including the protein needed to facilitate brain, muscle and eye function.
25 years ago: Pioneer Hi-Bred to help fair building renovation
The State Fair Commission accepted a Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. proposal to help renovate the old universities building with an investment of $125,000 over the next five years.
Michigan poultry farm investing $43M to expand egg production
A western Michigan poultry farm plans to invest $43 million in its production facility to expand its organic and cage-free egg production by adding new egg-laying and pullet-growing capacity.
Michigan poultry farm investing $43M to expand egg production
A western Michigan poultry farm plans to invest $43 million in its production facility to expand its organic and cage-free egg production by adding new egg-laying and pullet-growing capacity.
Any Illinois SWCDs still open working without state budget
Following her daily routine, resource conservationist Vicki Heath opened the LaSalle County Soil and Water Conservation District’s (SWCD) door on July 1 – despite the fact the state of Illinois did not meet the July 1 deadline for crafting a balanced 2016 budget.
Hoosier schools preparing for shortages of eggs and turkey
Schools across Indiana are cutting back on the amount of eggs used to feed students, in response to a drop in egg production caused by avian influenza wiping out millions of chickens and turkeys across parts of the nation.
Agriculture groups praise food security initiative in Congress
A number of agricultural organizations crafted a letter praising Congress’ efforts to have a strategic plan in place to feed the world’s hungry over the next several decades.
Michigan considering net-pen aquaculture for state waters
So-called net-pen aquaculture may be a thing of the near future in Michigan. At least two commercial fisheries – Coldwater Fisheries, Inc. and Aquaculture Research Corp. – have inquired about the possibility of starting net-pen aquaculture operations in the state.
