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
We all eat food – it is critical to our existence and health. Rarely do we remember or recognize the critical role of our two million or so farmers in our country who produce the most affordable and safest … Continued
Again, our member, Duncan Allison, provides information and insights on agriculture in the new year. FARMING NOTES – JANUARY 2014 First Happy New Year –I hope that the year will be healthy and happy for you and your family. … Continued
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
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
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
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
Now, a small but – anecdotally – growing group of Americans are leaving the structure and security of an office job for the gruelling, yet rewarding work of earning money from the land. Full story here: BBC News – The … Continued
