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MSU Extension's Self-Paced Certification Course for Small-Scale Chicken Farmers
5+ hour, 55+ min ago (217+ words) PUBLISHED ON April 27, 2026 This course is a great way to learn how to prepare to be a small-scale or backyard chicken owner. This article was published by Michigan State University Extension. " Katie Ockert, Michigan State University EAST LANSING, Mich. " Highly…...
Farm Credit East Reports Strong 2025 Financial Results
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (434+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 23, 2026 ENFIELD, Conn. " Farm Credit East reported solid 2025 financial results at its annual meeting held on March 23. Continued loan growth coupled with strong earnings allowed Farm Credit East to distribute a combined $145 million in patronage dividends to eligible…...
Prepare for Spring Chick Purchases With Strong Biosecurity Measures
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (349+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 6, 2026 "Spring is an exciting time to expand or start flocks, especially for backyard owners" said Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt. "This is also a high-risk period for disease spread. Through a collaborative biosecurity effort, we can reduce risks…...
Network of Advanced Weather Stations Helps Maine Farmers Save Time and Money
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (371+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 6, 2026 "Our work follows the rhythm of the weather," said Lisa Hanscom, co-owner and manager at Welch Farm in Roque Bluffs. "The Jonesboro station helps us know the right time to tend our wild blueberries, and with the…...
Injuries and Illnesses in Poultry Processing Continue Fall
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (482+ words) PUBLISHED ON January 29, 2026 Poultry processing's 2024 rate of 2. 4 represents a 90% decrease from 1994 (the oldest data available on the BLS website), when the recorded rate was 22. 7. Below are the poultry processing incident rates for 2024. The Joint Poultry Industry Safety & Health Council consists…...
Montana Alfalfa Seed Committee Requesting 2026 Research Proposals
3+ mon, 13+ hour ago (371+ words) PUBLISHED ON January 27, 2026 HELENA, Mont." The Montana Alfalfa Seed Committee is requesting proposals for demonstration projects, applied research, and market development projects designed to address needs and opportunities for Montana's alfalfa seed industry. Proposals are due Monday, February 2, 2026, at 5: 00 p. m. MT....
MDFB Urges Protection of State's Farmland in House of Delegates Hearing
3+ mon, 6+ day ago (294+ words) PUBLISHED ON January 21, 2026 ANNAPOLIS, Md. " Today, the Maryland Farm Bureau (MDFB)testified on the state of agriculture in front of the House of Delegates Environment and Transportation Committee. Kimmi Lyons, a cattle farmer from Harford County and MDFB Board Member, testified…...
Register for Commercial Animal Waste Technician (CAWT) Trainings
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (409+ words) PUBLISHED ON January 15, 2026 ST. PAUL, Minn. " There are several upcoming opportunities for Minnesota commercial manure haulers, applicators and site managers, to attend the Commercial Animal Waste Technician (CAWT) recertification workshops. Five in-person workshops and an online course will be offered…...
New York Farm Bureau on Gov. Hochul's State of the State Address
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (355+ words) PUBLISHED ON January 15, 2026 ALBANY " New York Farm Bureau (NYFB) President David Fisher released the following statement regarding Governor Kathy Hochul's State of the State address: In addition, NYFB summarized the State of the State material directly affecting agriculture and NYFB…...
Spanberger Names Ag, Forestry Leaders Ahead of Inauguration
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (352+ words) PUBLISHED ON January 11, 2026 RICHMOND, Va. " Gov. -elect Abigail Spanberger has finalized her agriculture and forestry leadership team, naming five senior officials Tuesday to join Secretary Katie Frazier, who was announced in December. Rowe has worked with'Virginia Farm Bureau Federation'since 2018, most…...