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No need for beef producers to panic about Curly Calf Syndrome
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The recent discovery of Curly Calf Syndrome in the Angus cattle breed has some producers feeling uncertain about the future of the breed, but University of Kentucky Extension Beef Specialist Darrh Bullock said there’s no reason for Kentucky’s beef producers to panic. He believes the best course of action is to stay
Lots to see at conservation expo
SALEM, Ohio — The Agriculture and Natural Resource Conservation Expo in Carroll County will have advice on everything from antique tractors to wildlife control. Set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 13, the expo will also feature keynote speaker Joel Salatin, a Virginia farmer who promotes sustainable agriculture. Salatin will give presentations at 11
It’s a great time to live on a farm
I can think of nothing better than living the farm life, and it becomes especially clear during the month of May. This morning’s walk was filled with sunshine and blue skies, with the countryside blooming both under foot and over head. The birds were singing with such enthusiasm, it was impossible not to whistle along.
Pacesetters honored in Pennsylvania
LANCASTER, Pa. — Positive leadership and groundbreaking innovation characterize the recipients of the Pennsylvania Dairy Stakeholders’ 2008 Pacesetter Awards: the Young family and their Red Knob Farm in Peach Bottom; and Dennis Milhoan, president of Lancaster Dairy Farm Automation, headquartered in Lititz. This award acknowledges individuals, companies or organizations that have worked to promote a
Calf pool expands in western Pa.
SALEM, Ohio — Demand for quality beef stocker cattle has sparked renewed interest in Pennsylvania’s calf pool program. This spring, western Pennsylvania cattlemen will have the opportunity to learn more about getting involved in the state program that helps put more money in producers’ pockets. Growth The program, modeled after the successful West Virginia calf
On tractors, two’s a crowd
The four-color photo on the front page of the local daily paper immediately caught my eye, but not with a reaction the editors desired.
Charged on Chocolate
Though humans have been enjoying chocolate en masse for a relatively short time, the cacao bean has been around for centuries.
Reader questions long-term effects of large farms
Reader questions whether the community benefits from the large farm facilities over the long run.
Appreciate miracles, big and small
Columnist Judith Sutherland reminds us that there are plenty of miracles along life’s byways.
Trying to cut odor, swine waste treatment process gives extra benefits
The swine waste treatment process can remove most traces of Tylosin, a popular animal antibiotic.
