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Cornell researchers awarded $4.5 million to improve next generation of grapes
GENEVA, N.Y. — Got Concord in the refrigerator, Pinot in the wine rack or Thompson seedless in the fruit bowl? These familiar grape varieties will be making room for the next generation of improved grapes, with a boost from two grants totaling $4.5 million.
U.S. unable to consume ethanol fast enough
Researchers say U.S. is unable to consume ethanol at a fast enough rate WASHINGTON — The U.S. doesn’t have the infrastructure to meet the federal mandate for renewable fuel use with ethanol but could meet the standard with significant increases in cellulosic and next-generation biofuels, according to a Purdue University study. Wally Tyner, the James
Ag secretary reports rural economy is strong and farm exports are growing
WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently released the following statement in response to two USDA reports that show the strength of the overall rural economy and growth in agricultural exports: “Today’s reports are encouraging news. They show that while American agriculture has struggled through difficult economic times, the 2008 farm bill … and the
Stranded’ payments frustrate Pa. dairymen
By DARRIN YOUKER Contributing Writer TEMPLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania farmers, still struggling with poor milk prices, are trying to close a loophole that prevents a fee paid by consumers from reaching their milk check. Pennsylvania consumers pay an over-order premium — currently about a quarter — every time they buy a gallon of milk, and
Research recommends starting cattle on corn, finishing on co-products
URBANA, Ill. — The traditional practice of finishing cattle on corn may not be the only way to achieve high marbling, a desirable characteristic of quality beef. Researchers at the University of Illinois have discovered that high-quality beef and big per-head profits can be achieved by starting early-weaned cattle on corn and finishing them on
HSUS trash talk? Bring it on!
We need to get ready for the coming HSUS battle. Their war chest is deep and their p.r. machine is slick. Issue 2 was a cake walk compared to what’s coming.
It’s possible for producers to have it all
Stop trying to get maximum production. No more topping last year’s average daily gains, enough with the peak efficiencies and quit angling for record marbling scores every time. Does that advice cause a pause? Reaching those goals takes years of focus, so it can be hard to let go, even if the long-term profitability of
A Question of Mending (both body and health care system)
I broke my elbow at the end of January. The crack in my bone healed unencumbered except for a sling I wore occasionally upon the advice of my orthopedic doctor as he explained grinning, “People open doors for you and things like that.” I seem to remember on past visits to the emergency room our
Destined for greatness: Florida town lays claim to state’s first wind farm
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — Destiny, Fla., America’s first eco-sustainable city, has created Florida’s first sustainable energy farm. Destiny’s Energy Farm will be a learning center where 21st century farming technologies and practices are showcased and designed to produce energy crops like sweet sorghum, algae, jatropha and other crops for alternative fuels. All green Destiny, a
Pasture walk covered feed stockpiling
HOPEDALE, Ohio — The Carroll Soil and Water Conservation District along with the Natural Resources Conservation Service held the first pasture walk of the season April 4 on the Cliff Miller Farm near Carrollton, Ohio. Approximately 28 participants attended from Carroll, Columbiana, Harrison, Jefferson and Tuscarawas counties. Miller runs a herd of approximately 25 crossbred
