Military veterans constitute a new class of sustainable farmers
One Saturday morning, a group of trainees reported bright and early to a 6-acre property off the Potomac River. The participants had at least one thing in common: They are
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One Saturday morning, a group of trainees reported bright and early to a 6-acre property off the Potomac River. The participants had at least one thing in common: They are
The eastern United States monarch population has declined by over 80% in the last 20 years.
'No milkweed, no monarch:' Here's how Wisconsin residents can help the quickly declining monarch butterfly population Evan Casey, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel © Mike De Sisti / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel A monarch butterfly rests on milkweed at the County Grounds in Wauwatosa. Barb Agnew has always loved butterflies. So much so that people call her "Butterfly Barb." Sadly, one of her favorite butterflies — the monarch — is quickly declining in number. The eastern United States monarch population has declined by more than 80% in the last 20 years, according to the...
Drought Relief Programs Webinar Set © Ndsu Photo Drought Creates Many Challenges For Farms And Ranches. Producers who are experiencing drought-related challenges will have an opportunity to learn more about the programs the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) has to offer during a webinar that North Dakota State University Extension and the North Dakota FSA are hosting on Monday, June 7, at 11 a.m. Central time. “Drought presents many tough challenges for farms and ranches,” says Brian Haugen, acting state executive director for the North Dakota FSA. “FSA adm...
The webinar will provide information and guidance for producers on the drought assistance programs.