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SnowcowsFarmers assess damage from snowstorm - Farmers in the Mid-Atlantic region of Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and West Virginia are assessing damage from the largest snowstorm in years. Initial reports indicate more than two feet of wet, heavy snow fell on many parts of the region, with nearly 3 feet accumulating in some areas.   More here>>
StrawberriesUSDA organic survey reveals marketing and production trends - The nation's organic farms and ranches have higher average sales and higher average production expenses than U.S. farms overall, according to results of the 2008 Organic Production Survey released by the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Nationwide, 2008 organic sales totaled $3.16 billion, including $1.94 billion in crops sales and $1.22 billion in sales of livestock, poultry and their products.  More here>>
TobaccoFarmers in Southern Maryland may be eligible for grant funding - The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission is offering a round of farm viability grants to farms in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George's and St. Mary's counties. Officials say the Farm Viability Enhancement Program has been strategically important in assisting in the transition from growing tobacco to establishing other commercially successful farm enterprises.  More here>>

 

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WV, VA and TX cattlemen organizations recognized by NCBA -The Independent Cattlemen's Association of Texas (ICATX), the West Virginia Cattlemen's Association (WVCA) and the Virginia Cattlemen's Association (VCA) were all named 2009 Outstanding Affiliates of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association at an awards breakfast during the cattle industry's annual winter convention. The award recognizes NCBA affiliates for exceptional efforts to boost NCBA membership at the national level.

Monsanto to establish research center in Kannapolis, NC - Officials with Monsanto Company have announced plans to become a part of the North Carolina Research Campus, a one-of-a-kind facility under development in Kannapolis, N.C., and a strategic alliance with the David H. Murdock Research Institute.

Farmers may provide alternative fuels for a "Great Green Fleet" - The USDA and the Department of the Navy have announced that leadership from the two departments have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to encourage the development of advanced biofuels and other renewable energy systems. The goal is to establish a "Great Green Fleet" and to reduce dependence on foreign energy.

 

Spring weather forecast shaping up favorably for farmers in Mid-Atlantic region.

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Thou Shalt Not Kill . . . Animals?

Click here to read a commentary by Kevin Murphy of Food Chain Communications.

 

 

booksEasy chair reading:

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Highlights from the Ag Calendar

Feb. 5-12: North American Farmers' Direct Marketing Convention; Lancaster, PA; Farm direct marketers and agritourism operators from Pennsylvania, throughout the mid-Atlantic region, across North America, and even other continents will join together. Some presenters from outside the industry will add to the mix. Everyone will come away with a new blend of energy and strategy to motivate another successful year on the farm in 2010. Location - Lancaster County Convention Center. Phone: 413-529-0386 or see www.nafdma.com.

Feb. 9: Second Annual Virginia No-Tillage Alliance (VANTAGE) Conference. The theme of this year’s conference is “Advancing the Technology” and will focus on optimizing efficiencies in this challenging farming climate. The conference will feature Phil Needham, widely known researcher, author and speaker on all areas of no-till production. This conference will also feature Steve Groff, developer of the Tillage Radish and proponent of cover crops. Time: 8:30 - 3:30. Location: Rockingham County Fairgrounds, 4808 S. Valley Pike, Harrisonburg, Virginia. Call 540-245-5750.

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