Recent Speaker Dr. Rozich Releases New Book
Dr. Rozich, who was a recent speaker at the Society’s monthly meeting, has released his new book, Other Inconvenient Truths Beyond Global Warming. Read about it and buy the book here: Rozich’s New Book
News
African Women Losing War Against Weeds
Non-native plants pose a real threat to agriculture in Africa. Since hand cultivation predominates there, the burden of control falls to women. Without access to modern chemicals this demands much of the women’s time. Read the whole article here: Stewardship Community: … Continued
Dr. Jim Diamond Shares Peace Corps Experiences
(Earl Ainsworth edited this summary) The Peace Corps: I Did What I Had To Do Jim Diamond, Dean Emeritus, Delaware Valley College and Former Peace Corps Volunteer In 1960 when Charles De Gaulle was president of France, he liberated Chad … Continued
Buffett Investing Billions in Global Food Security
With the release of his new book, Howard Buffett unveils his $3 billion effort to increase global food security. Titled “40 Chances: Finding Hope in a Hungry World”, Buffet and his family tell the story of their efforts to help provide … Continued
Iowa Farmland Values Hit a Record High – Businessweek
Betting the farm might not be such a bad bet! With strong prices and long range prospects being all positive, farmland is in demand. Especially in areas where agriculture reigns. Iowa Farmland Values Hit a Record High – Businessweek.
Antibiotics: Animals/Humans – Perspective Matters in Science
The debate continues over the interplay between animal antibiotics and human health. This article makes it clear that there is a long way to go in resolving the issue – and perspective can play a major role in the interpretation … Continued
Annual Society Brochure Now Online
PSPA-Schedule of Meetings-2013-2014 Click above for the entire lineup of topics for Society meetings during this program year.
Jim Diamond, Ph.D., to Speak in December
Dr. Diamond will share his rich life story. Jim Diamond Dean Emeritus, Delaware Valley College Jim Diamond grew up near Doylestown, Pennsylvania and earned a B.S. degree at Delaware Valley College. He earned a M.S. degree at Lehigh University and … Continued
Economist Challenges Idea of Aging Farmer Crisis (DES MOINES, Iowa November 30, 2013 (AP)
Associated Press – The aging of the farmer population may not be the crisis many suppose. One economist presents another view. Read the full article here: Aging Not a Crisis
Farming Notes – 11/2013
Society Member, Duncan Allison, again provides timely information and commentary. Enjoy! Farming Notes November 2013