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Pennsylvania in need of April showers
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The first quarter of 1969 was the only one in Pennsylvania since 1895 drier than the start of 2009, according to Penn State weather and precipitation experts. The winter of 2008-09 was a dry one, according to Bryan Swistock, Extension water resources specialist in the College of Agricultural Sciences, who attributed
Miscanthus questions and answers
(Source: Adapted from Ohio State University and Penn State University) Q: What is miscanthus? Why are farmers growing it? A: Miscanthus is the genus name for 12 perennial grass species native to Asia. A close relative of sugarcane, this tall reed or cane-like plant was introduced to the United States as an ornamental plant in
Agriculture’s role in the auto industry
Antique columnist Roy Booth writes about the necessary parallel of the automobile industry and agriculture business.
Dairy Excel: Do cheese market retreats spell the end for good prices? Expert opinion
Dairy specialist Cam Thraen writes a column just for proactive pricers.
Second chance
GROVE CITY, Pa. – Tony Nicoletto tells people they don’t want to be like him. That’s because most people like him aren’t alive.
Corn leads grain markets higher
For the first time in a long time, corn has had days as the leading grain on the Chicago Board of Trade. That is to say, some days the gains in corn were more than the gains in wheat or soybeans. Some days, the beans matched the corn, but with a higher-priced commodity where the
Global temperature ninth warmest on record since 1880.
WASHINGTON – Funny thing about averages, they rarely paint a true picture. It’s like standing with one foot in a bucket with boiling water and the other foot in a bucket of ice.
President signed new farm bill Monday
President George W. Bush signed the new farm bill Monday, May 13, after the U.S. Senate approved the conference report May 8 by a 64-35 vote.
Holiday baking with Aunt Marilyn remains a gift
Judith Sutherland recalls holiday memories of baking cookies with her late Aunt Marilyn and sisters.
Prime time coyote calling, February and March
February and March are the best two months because it is breeding season. Coyotes are busy, aggressive, and more apt to respond to the right sounds now.
