Farming Notes – Last of the Year!

FARMING NOTES – DECEMBER 2015 by Duncan Allison, past president (PSPA) Christmas provides a wonderful opportunity for families to be together and sit round a table and enjoy seasonal food. This usually signals our family’s roots in Germany, Italy, Sweden, … Continued


Climate Change – Farmers Must Adapt!

Climate Not So Risky Business Cargill Exec Sees Agriculture Adapting, Shifting Northward Chris Clayton DTN Ag Policy Editor Interesting article in recent Progressive Farmer online article. >> Progressive Farmer Article Recommended by Duncan Allison


Latest ‘Farming Notes’ Are Here!

Our member, Duncan Allison, is a regular contributor of insights and news of interest to those in agriculture.  Here are his latest “Farming Notes.” FARMING NOTES MARCH 2014 Technology Synergism – I remember attending a Technology Forecasting course many years … Continued


Climate Change – Simplified!

So you’ve been wondering what to recommend to your open-minded friends who want a readable but authoritative introduction to climate change, one which answers their key questions. Look no further! The US National Academy of Sciences and the U.K. Royal … Continued


Weather Forecast for 4 Months?? Why Not!

Yes, the Old Farmer’s Almanac doesn’t shy away from making predictions about the weather w-a-a-a-a-y out into the future!  Check it out – just for fun. http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/northeast-us/ But who knows, maybe they come as close as . . . . ! … Continued


Farming Notes – October 2013

Again, our Society member, Duncan Allison, provides insights and current analysis in the agricultural arena. Click on the link: FARMING NOTES October 2013