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What Does It Mean When Meat And Poultry Have A ‘No Antibiotics’ Labels?
What Does It Mean When Meat And Poultry Have A ‘No Antibiotics’ Labels? Chowhound
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‘Gluten-Free’ Foods May Not Be All That Healthy
FLORENCE, S.C. – “Gluten free” has been a catch phrase in diets since the 1940s, but are foods that contain less gluten really healthier? Some Clemson University researchers believe perhaps not. The researchers – Sachin Rustgi, Tariq Alam and Guatam Saripalli – are stationed at the Clemson Pee Dee Research and Education Center in Florence,…
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Chipotle invests to reduce methane emissions from cows
The restaurant chain’s venture fund is also backing efforts to produce plant-based meat from duckweed.
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Too Early to Prep the Garden for Spring? Nope
NEW YORK — As I write this, snow is falling outside my suburban New York window, and I feel like I just stored my gardening tools and patio umbrella for the season. And yet, with the winter solstice in the rearview mirror, it’s already time to start preparing for spring. Testing Seeds This morning, I sorted dozens of…
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Cenex® Brand Launches Second Annual “Hometown Throwdown” Giveback Program
Cenex, the energy brand of CHS Inc., has officially launched its second annual Hometown Throwdown contest, which invites individuals and organizations to nominate their hometown festival by sharing what makes their celebration unique. This year, Cenex will award a total of $150,000 to five qualifying festivals, with the grand prize winner receiving $100,000. Launched in…
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Agriculture In-depth podcast: Farm Rescue 20 years and still going strong
Agriculture In-depth podcast: Farm Rescue 20 years and still going strong Drgnews
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Protecting Your Plants from Winter Woes
ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — Winter in Minnesota is tough—not just on us, but also on our trees and shrubs. Snow, ice, and road salt can really take a toll on woody perennials, leaving them bent, broken, or even dead by spring. But don’t worry! With a little preparation, you can help your plants make it through…
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Old Skills, New Life: Why Sewing, Gardening and Canning Are Thriving Again
GREENWICH, N.Y. — In a world of disposable everything, fast fashion and throw-away convenience, vintage skills are making a comeback. New users are embracing practices such as sewing, gardening and canning, with new enthusiasm. People are not just turning to vintage skills for their practicality but for the sense of control and creativity they bring…
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Hobby Horses Make Big Impression
BRANDON, Canada — Heather Arthur pushes a wheelbarrow loaded with horse dung to the exit of her barn. She sets down the wheelbarrow, approaches the barn door and slides it open. Sunlight pours into the room, revealing steam rising from the dung. Arthur takes the wheelbarrow again and steers it out into the sunny, -11…
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USDA Rural Development accepting applications for low-income families seeking to purchase or repair a home in rural areas
USDA Rural Development accepting applications for low-income families seeking to purchase or repair a home in rural areas kroxam.com
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‘As bad as it gets’: What started the wildfires raging across the Los Angeles area?
‘As bad as it gets’: What started the wildfires raging across the Los Angeles area? VVdailypress.com
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What’s Your Cup of Tea? Celebrate National Hot Tea Day With the Right Brew for You!
GREENWICH, N.Y. — Winter is the perfect time to enjoy a hot cup of tea! When you’ve come inside from shoveling snow, clearing off your car, or taking care of frozen water troughs, warming up from the inside out will knock that chill right out of your bones. In the morning, a cup of tea…
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National Milk Day: The Milk Man’s Legacy
GREENWICH, N.Y. — National Milk Day is a celebration of one of the most essential and beloved staples of American households: milk. This day honors milk’s vital role in nutrition, agriculture, and history. From its early beginnings as a simple farm-to-table commodity to the rise of home deliveries, milk has remained a cornerstone of daily…
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Fight Those Winter Blues with Sunlight and Fresh Air
Fight Those Winter Blues with Sunlight and Fresh Air Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Insight: Farm and French Toast Preparation
MANHATTAN, Kan. — By the time this column hits the presses, the first significant winter weather system of 2025 will have arrived. For our area, the weather experts are all forecasting periods of ice, strong winds, extreme cold and heavy snow. The winter storm watch notifications have been constant on my phone. Road crews have…
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Mini Greens, Mega Benefits: Growing Microgreens at Home
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Looking to add a boost of nutrition to your diet this winter? Say hello to microgreens—tiny flavorful greens you’ve probably seen topping salads or sandwiches at fancy restaurants. Microgreens are easy to grow, incredibly nutritious, and the perfect way to bring some life to your kitchen during Minnesota’s cold months. What…
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Meet Your New Year Farm Goals With Online Courses
ITHACA, N.Y. — Is your New Year’s resolution to grow your farm business? Consider registering for the Cornell Small Farms Program’s next block of online farming courses, which begin in live instruction in mid-January. These courses cover a range of topics any farmer needs to succeed, such as access to capital, holistic financial planning, sheep…
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Houseplants That Don’t Require Soil? Look To Air Plants
WASHINGTON — If you’re looking for a houseplant that’s as unique as it is low-maintenance, let me introduce you to air plants, members of the Tillandsia genus in the Bromeliad family. I first became acquainted with Tillandsia circa 2007, when I was invited to tour the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival at Walt Disney World…
