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


Obamacare May Help Farmers

By: Marcia Zarley Taylor DTN Executive Editor Experienced ag commentator offers a perspective that for many farmers, especially smaller businesses, they may benefit from the ACA.  She cautions to do careful analysis and not get caught up in the politics. Read more: DTN/The … 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.


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  


Dr. Alan F. Rozich Addresses Society on Inconvenient Truths

Dr Alan F. Rozich, founder and chairman of BioConversion Solutions, LLC, a world-renowned expert on biological processes with over 30 years of experience, spoke to the Society at our September meeting.  His topic, Other Inconvenient Truths: The Agriculture, Water and Energy … Continued