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Shredding silage yields more ethanol

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — A Purdue University researcher has found a way to get more bang for fewer bucks when it comes to processing cellulosic material to make ethanol. By shredding corn stover instead of chopping, as is commonly done, about 40 percent less energy is needed to gain access to more of the material

FSA Andy for July 3

Thursday, July 3, 2008

Hello again! The Farm Service Agency has a youth loan program to establish and operate income-producing projects of modest size in connection with their participation in 4-H clubs, FFA, and similar organizations. Each project must be part of an organized and supervised program of work. The project must be planned and operated with the help

Blackberries a bright spot for Ohio

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

PIKETON, Ohio — Blackberries are a popular, high-value fruit crop for Ohio growers looking to produce a niche agricultural product. But getting the most out of the crop requires intensive inputs and high maintenance. Ohio State University Extension horticulturists are evaluating cultivars that may make production easier. Shawn Wright, with Ohio State University South Centers

She’s A Winner

Thursday, June 21, 2007

With not one entry sent in, my Prom On a $50 Budget contest bombed. Maybe the Farm and Dairy prizes I promised weren’t enough incentive to take the trouble, or, maybe no one wanted to admit they spent so little on their prom.

What A Coincidence!

Thursday, March 7, 2002

Farm and Family Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb writes about the science of coincidence.

To Have A Cat

Thursday, August 9, 2001

Farm and Family Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb writes about her family, cats, and a very needy brood of kittens using her Kitten Sitting Service.

West Nile virus in Pa.

Thursday, October 12, 2000

Horse near Harrisburg put down; West Nile virus infection confirmed after tests.

Future of agriculture begins at the dinner table

Thursday, July 3, 2003

Reader says the issue of industrial agriculture is too serious to be confused with our acceptance of immigrants.

Farmer advises to think outside the box

Thursday, April 5, 2007

PITTSFIELD, Pa. – The 4-H building on the Warren County Fairgrounds was filled with farm oriented people as

Dairy profitability: Proper management key to success

Thursday, September 8, 2005

RIVER FALLS, Wis. – An array of management decisions can make a big difference when it comes to showing a healthy profit on a dairy farm.