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FSA Loan Jumpstarts First Asian Pear Farm in Illinois

Posted on December 30, 2009 by tanya brown

One dream and a farm loan turned barren land into one man’s garden of Eden.   Five years ago Byeong Ho Son and his wife Kum Ok searched and prayed before purchasing 140 acres of land in Chillicothe, Ill. A … Continue reading →

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Out With the Old, In With the New, Better Economy

Posted on December 30, 2009 by tanya brown

This year took an economic toll on farmers, especially dairy and pork producers, who saw a severe downturn as the recession cut demand and lowered prices. With the economy slightly recovering and demand slightly rebounding, USDA Chief Economist Joe Glauberv … Continue reading →

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Producer Sign-Up for SURE Program Begins Jan. 4

Posted on December 30, 2009 by tanya brown

Starting Jan. 4, agricultural producers who suffered losses due to natural disasters during the 2008 crop year can sign up for the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments program. The SURE program provides financial assistance to farmers who experienced crop reduction or quality … Continue reading →

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Aquaculture Grant Program Keeps Catfish Producers Afloat, Bolsters Industry

Posted on December 30, 2009 by tanya brown

Catfish farmers in the Mississippi Delta Region hit hard by soaring feed costs have been provided some relief to stop their businesses from drying up. Nearly 350 Mississippi fish farmers received funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Aquaculture Grant … Continue reading →

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