Farming Notes – 11/2013
Society Member, Duncan Allison, again provides timely information and commentary. Enjoy! Farming Notes November 2013
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Veterans Learning Organic Farming
Dennis Riling, U.S. Marine (“once a Marine, always a Marine!”), spoke at the November meeting of the Society regarding a groundbreaking program he leads at Delaware Valley College. Introduced by Dean Russell Redding, Mr. Riling went on to share the … Continued
Somali Farmers in Maine?!?
New immigrant farmers are coming to America. Like untold numbers before them, today’s immigrant farmers are finding a new life in America and rich soils to farm. Very interesting diversity of people today. Stories like this one should make … Continued
Farm Bill: When and How Will It Be Completed? | Farmgateblog.com
Many of our members track the Farm Bill since it directly affects their businesses, or they have an abiding interest in U.S. farm policy. Others of us are periodically curious. Here is a brief overview of where we stand on … Continued
Farmer/Inventor takes DIY to whole new level
You will not want to miss this! We all know that farmers are people who can fix all kinds of equipment and even make some of the things they use on the farm. But this man from Saskatchewan takes these … 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
Society Plans Special Trip to Mt. Vernon!
Come join us for a very special trip to Mount Vernon on December 10, 2013, by motor coach, including exclusive tours of the newly dedicated library and agricultural displays. There is a special connection between our Society and the First … Continued
Top 10 Annoying Words About Agriculture
A recent blog from The Foodie Farmer, gave the results of an informal survey of words that most annoy farmers – very interesting analysis of the many misconceptions about agriculture! Jennie Schmidt, MS, RD is from the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Read … Continued
New Farming Simulator
FarmVille hooked Facebook users on virtual farm management, but a new farming simulator introduces Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 gamers to crop and livestock responsibilities. Farming Simulator is a game that has already gained notoriety in Europe and Asia and … Continued
How has world agriculture changed over the last decade?
Interesting article which reviews the past ten years in world agriculture. From the perspective of predictions made in 2004! Click here to read: How has world agriculture changed over the last decade? – Newsroom – Ag Professional.