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FSA County Committee Member Honored for 9 Years of Service

Posted on February 11, 2010 by tanya brown

For nine years Thelma “Toke” Heiman helped give Finney County, Kan., farmers and ranchers a voice in how federal actions affect local communities and individual operations while serving on the Farm Service Agency Finney County Committee. Heiman was recognized by … Continue reading →

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Conservation Organization Encouraged to Actively Participate in Climate Change, Global Warming

Posted on February 10, 2010 by tanya brown

  Attendees of the National Association of Conservation Districts 64th Annual Meeting were encouraged to be a part of the dialogue about climate change and stay alert on efforts to address global warming during a welcome address by Rep. Adam … Continue reading →

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It’s Not Chicken-Flavored Soy; It’s Chicken Made From Soybeans

Posted on February 5, 2010 by tanya brown

A University of Missouri professor has created chicken from soybeans. Unlike other dining delicacies that may taste like chicken, this soy product feels, tastes and simulates the fibrous texture of a chicken breast.  

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New Online Food Directory Links Farmers with Buyers

Posted on February 4, 2010 by tanya brown

A new online directory connects food producers with buyers. Food Hub connects farmers with crops to sell to restaurant owners, caterers, grocery chains and other food producers. Supported by federal funds given to the Oregon and Washington State departments of … Continue reading →

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Missouri Tween Grows Herd With FSA Youth Farm Loan

Posted on February 3, 2010 by tanya brown

  Bob Arnold earned his grandson $5,000 and five cows just by listening to the radio. “It’s important to get started young,” said Arnold, a Johnson County, Mo., farmer who listens to 100.7 FM “The Farm” radio each morning. During … Continue reading →

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Navy to Use Biofuels in Fleets, Tanks

Posted on January 29, 2010 by tanya brown

By 2020, the U.S. Department of the Navy will produce half of its energy from alternative sources and use the energy to power its fleets and tanks, according to Navy Secretary Ray Mabus. A memorandum of understanding signed this month … Continue reading →

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Facebook, Twitter Connects Ag Producers Directly to Consumers

Posted on January 28, 2010 by tanya brown

Agricultural producers attending the Nebraska Agricultural Technologies Association Conference and Trade Show received firsthand instruction on using Twitter, Facebook and other social media to connect directly with their target audience, whether they are consumers, suppliers, customers or other farmers. Getting … Continue reading →

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Good Samaritan Welcomes Stranger Into Home

Posted on January 28, 2010 by tanya brown

It was the night of a record-breaking snow storm that County Executive Director Jimmy Gantt made the decision to invite a stranger with military training into his home. “He was just a young kid trying to get home from school … Continue reading →

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No Frost, Flood or Drought in FarmVille

Posted on January 27, 2010 by tanya brown

One of Facebook’s most popular fantasy games allows players to build a farm, earn ribbons and reap the rewards of disease-free plants and friendly weather. FarmVille has become a Facebook phenomenon with more than 72 million users worldwide, but each … Continue reading →

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Recently Released Video Highlights USDA Farm Loan Programs

Posted on January 25, 2010 by tanya brown

A newly released video by the USDA Farm Service Agency highlights farm loan programs available to current producers and beginning farmers. The video visits eight farms around the country and shows how FSA works with producers to achieve success on … Continue reading →

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