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 Farmers
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>> |
 USDA
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>> |
 Farmers
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.
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Additional News
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.
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Spring weather forecast shaping up
favorably for farmers in Mid-Atlantic region.
Weather forecast here>>
 Easy
chair
reading:
See Jeff Ishee’s
recommended reading list on rural and agricultural
topics here>> |
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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.
Complete calendar
available
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