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Americans to Eat 1.47 Billion Chicken Wings for Super Bowl LIX
WASHINGTON — While Kansas City is known for its barbecue and Philly its cheesesteaks, when it comes to Super Bowl menus, nothing is hotter than wings. The National Chicken Council (NCC) today released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans to consume 1.47 billion chicken wings watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles battle for the…
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Chicken Wings and the Super Bowl
Kansas City is known for its barbecue, and Philadelphia for its cheesesteaks. When it comes to Super Bowl menus, nothing is hotter than wings. The National Chicken Council released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans will consume 1.47 billion chicken wings while watching the Chiefs and Eagles battle for the Lombardi Trophy. “Matthew McConaughey…
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Efforts to bring back butterflies continue
Efforts to bring back butterflies continue Farm Progress
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Farming Simulator VR: Immersive farming comes to Meta Quest
Farming Simulator VR: Immersive farming comes to Meta Quest Univers Simu
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Going Nuts: The History of the Peanut Industry
GREENWICH, N.Y. — The peanut is a powerful food loved by millions around the world. Whether you are a spoonful of peanut butter person or enjoy just a touch in your reeses candy, most of us can admit that peanuts are an extremely common food in our everyday lives. These small nuts are packed full…
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Could Your Dog’s Bark Reveal Their Personality? It’s Time to Find Out
WASHINGTON — Dogs just don’t bark – they spill the tea. From the nonstop woofing to the hysterical howling, your furry friend might be telling you something, and knowing what it means can help you discover if you’re with a sassy canine or a well-trained drama queen. A 2024 BBC article featured a University of…
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New Video Explores Advanced Technology That Monitors Local Streams
SHOKAN, N.Y. — The Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program (AWSMP) has released a new fun and informative video on stream gages (Note: the spelling of “gage” instead of “gauge” is correct). Stream gages are advanced technology for monitoring the physical characteristics of stream water and are housed in non-descript buildings located next to streams. The…
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USDA: More young farmers seeking college degrees
USDA: More young farmers seeking college degrees Local 5 – weareiowa.com
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Convenience Stores Evolve to Become True Food Destinations
DENVER (January 29, 2025)—Convenience stores are intensifying their focus on foodservice offerings to drive foot traffic, in-store sales growth and frequency of repeat visits. Strong consumer interest in prepared foods, commissary and beverage options has led convenience stores, often referred to as c-stores, to compete much more aggressively with quick service restaurants and fast-food chains.…
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Don’t Let Winter Weather Catch Your Pantry Unprepared
WASHINGTON — Winter weather can be unpredictable, with snowstorms, ice or freezing temperatures keeping you indoors at opportune times. When the forecast turns grim, the last thing you want is to find your pantry bare. And trying to slog through to the store for essentials can be unpredictable and worse, dangerous. A well-stocked pantry not…
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Let’s Cook Charcuterie Boards
LEBANON, Pa. — Anyone interested in learning about fun and nutritious entertaining ideas can get advice from Penn State Extension educators during a workshop titled “Let’s Cook Charcuterie Boards.” The event will occur from 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 27, at the Club at Juniper Village, 101 Hearthstone Lane, Lebanon, PA. Charcuterie boards can…
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Office Plants Add Warmth to the Workplace. Only Some Will Thrive
NEW YORK — Lush, green plants have the power to transform a space, imparting character, warmth and charm. And there is no space I can think of that could benefit more from a little character, warmth and charm than your average office cubicle. But growing plants in windowless spaces can be challenging, to say the least, no…
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Americans see gardening changes as ‘plant hardiness zones’ shift across half the U.S.
Americans see gardening changes as ‘plant hardiness zones’ shift across half the U.S. Upworthy
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Farm Bureau Names 2025 Farm Dog of the Year
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Recognizing the vital role that four-legged friends often play on family farms and ranches, Farm Bureau launched the Farm Dog of the Year contest several years ago – now a popular feature of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Convention. The winner of the 2025 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year…
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What Does the Golf Course Maintenance Team Do All Winter?
Sometimes golfers wonder what the maintenance team does all winter. If little or no golf is being played and the grass isn’t growing, what could there be to do? The answer is a lot! There is always plenty of work in the world of golf course maintenance and never enough time to do it all.…
