USDA funds available to help beginning farmer development
The USDA has announced the availability of more than $18 million to support training and development for the department’s Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP).
Arkansas rules meant to prevent off-target damage from herbicides
The Arkansas State Plant Board has approved regulations on the use of the herbicides 2,4-D and dicamba, including restrictions based on wind speed, location of nearby susceptible crops and droplet size.
Start prepping the palate now for Indy’s Baconfest
I get a big kick out of listening to “The Bob & Tom Show” on Indianapolis radio station Q95. I even joined the VIP service so I can hear it, and see it, on my computer 24/7, since I also like local news on local stations or may have business to attend to during their 6-10 a.m. show time.
Reinventing classic dishes with complementary rice
When you are looking to serve up a taste of yesteryear, look no further than your pantry for a staple you can incorporate into meals, including snacks, breakfast, dinners and even desserts.
Shakespeare also known for throwing insect insults
No one is better known for use of words in the English language than William Shakespeare. The Bard, lo those many years ago, composed 43 works consisting of 884,421 words. For all of us remembering those dreaded writing assignments in high school, that is over 4,400 themes of 200 words each.
New layout, innovations at Power Show Ohio this year
New days, new layout and new innovations: Those will be the marks of distinction at the 45th Power Show Ohio, Jan. 29-31 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus.
Farmers might try tailoring production answers better
Recently I had the opportunity to attend the Fort Wayne Farm show in Indiana. I had the assignment of covering the crop outlook seminar. Anyone who knows me knows this is a challenge.
Farm bill’s initiative launching new approach to conservation
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced on Jan. 14 federal funding for new conservation projects across the nation that are poised to improve soil health, water quality and water use efficiency, wildlife habitat and other related natural resources on private lands.
Farm Bureau talks policy, next-gen farm transfer, at meeting
Thousands of farmers from across the United States gathered last week to discuss policy, trade, estate planning and farmer-veteran issues at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 96th Annual Convention Jan. 11-14, 2015, in San Diego.
