plus the latest from your AGW farming family View as Webpage Photo Credit: GrassRoots Pork Co. in Beulaville, NC Dear Dennis, With the start of August already here, the summer is really flying by. Drought and wildfires continue to be a devastating challenge for much of the Western region and we join everyone hoping for …
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USDA Seeks Public Input on Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact St atement for Deregulation of American Chestnut Developed Using Genetic Engineering
Media Contact: Rick Coker (301) 851-4091 richard.s.coker The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is inviting public comment on a Notice of Intent (NOI) to prepare an environmental impact statement to examine the potential environmental impacts that may result from approving a petition from the State University of New …
Optimizing cover crop plantings in the Central Region
NRCS Plant Materials Centers in the Central Region recently completed studies comparing seeding dates and planting rates of cover crops to learn how to get the most out of their plantings in their areas. You are subscribed to HQ Plants for USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. This information has recently been updated, and is now …
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Bacon may disappear in California as pig rules take effect
SCOTT McFETRIDGESat, July 31, 2021, 10:18 AM DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Thanks to a reworked menu and long hours, Jeannie Kim managed to keep her San Francisco restaurant alive during the coronavirus pandemic. That makes it all the more frustrating that she fears her breakfast-focused diner could be ruined within months by new rules …
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Fall marketing tips, online networking, tech support
plus lots of news from the AGW family of farmers & ranchers View as Webpage Photo Credit: Hawthorne Valley Farm in Ghent, NY Dear Rebecca, The dog days of summer are here, and I hope all of you are hanging in there. This week, we’re sharing some reminders about ways to maximize your certification in …
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Franklin County area Horse Farm Tour
FRANKLIN COUNTY CENTERFranklin County area Horse Farm TourIT's BACK! The 25th Annual Franklin County area Horse Farm Tour. Learn the latest educational information along with learning directly from the Farm owners and N.C. Cooperative Extension. Everyone is excited to be a host farm this year.HOLD the DATE: Friday, August 6, 2021We will start bright and …
Industrial Hemp Commission to host public meeting Aug. 5th, 21
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETUESDAY, JULY 27, 2021CONTACT:Beth Farrell, agricultural program specialistNCDA&CS919-707-3014Industrial Hemp Commission to host public meetingvia conference call Aug. 5WHO/WHAT:The N.C. Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting for an update on the future direction of the N.C. hemp program. WHEN/WHERE:Thursday, Aug. 52 p.m.Access to the conference call can be made at http://go.ncsu.edu/industrialhemp or by calling 1-929-205-6099 …
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For the Love of Moths
Moths are important pollinators View as Webpage July 27, 2021 Moths are an incredibly diverse group of insects. North America is home to more than 12,000 species—an astonishing number compared to our relatively paltry 800 or so species of butterflies! There’s a common misconception that moths are only active at night, but many species are …
In Case You Missed It: USDA Extends COVID-19 Relief for Single-Family Housing Borrowers
In Case You Missed It: USDA Extends COVID-19 Relief for Single-Family Housing Borrowers WASHINGTON, July 23, 2021 – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Justin Maxson today announced that the Department is extending the COVID-19 Special Relief Measure for USDA’s Single-Family Housing Guaranteed Loan borrowers. Read the full stakeholder …
The Real Truth About Fake Meat, Agritourism, Weekly News
+ Feed Calculation for Ruminants View as Webpage Photo Credit: Rocking Chair Ranch in Bolinbroke, GA Dear Rebecca, As schools begin to plan for this upcoming school year, some districts are considering adding heavily processed, genetically modified, artificial "meat" patties to their menu. Barely a week goes by without news of the latest celebrity-endorsed meat …
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