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The agriculture community is mourning the loss of the only horticulture educator in the immediate area. Thomas G. Ford, 63, of Duncansville, died Tuesday at UPMC Altoona. Ford was a commercial horticulture educator for 41 years, most recently at Penn State Extension for the last 31 years. “Tom was the expert on horticulture and was […]
While there should be an ample supply, Christmas tree buyers might be needled by shorter selections and higher prices. “The supply of trees remains tight for 2023, but there isn’t a shortage. Everyone who wants a real Christmas tree will be able to get one, as has been the case since 2016 when the tight […]
While there should be an ample supply, Christmas tree buyers might be needled by shorter selections and higher prices. “The supply of trees remains tight for 2023, but there isn’t a shortage. Everyone who wants a real Christmas tree will be able to get one, as has been the case since 2016 when the tight […]
NEW GERMANY — The traditions planted nearly seven decades ago are bearing crops making an area farm an honored institution. “We’ve been in vegetables a
Area residents might find more locally grown sweet corn after Labor Day, instead of this week. “Expect some of the farm markets and roadside stands to be se