Farm Industry News

09/03/2010 - Keep Small Flocks Salmonella-free
Precautionary steps on your hobby farm can keep your chickens and eggs safe from salmonella.

08/31/2010 - Maryland Honors Farm Conservation Practices
Two farms receive recognition as part of Maryland’s new Farm Stewardship Certification and Assessment Program.

08/27/2010 - Preventing Anthrax in Livestock
Naturally occurring anthrax can emerge in warm weather, so take precautions with your livestock.

08/24/2010 - Controlling Flies Around Cattle
Implement fly-control methods on your farm to help keep dairy and beef cattle healthy.

08/20/2010 - Good Husbandry Grants Available for 2011
Farmers who raise pasture- or range-fed livestock can apply for funding to complete projects promoting good husbandry.

08/17/2010 - USDA Hears Disease Traceability Concerns
The USDA will hold three meetings this month to gather public feedback on the new animal-disease traceability framework.

08/13/2010 - Sign Up for Pollinator Conservation Incentives
During the month of August, the USDA is offering financial aid to farmers dedicating a piece of their land to pollinator-friendly plants.

08/10/2010 - Weirs Reduce Water Runoff
A study shows a new technique using small dams will improve water quality and reduce nutrient runoff around agricultural land.

08/06/2010 - Medflies Infest Florida Fruit
Florida enacts an emergency eradication program to rid trees of the worst Mediterranean fruit fly infestation in more than a decade.

08/03/2010 - A Farmer’s Carbon Market
As the government considers a mandatory carbon offset system, farmers may be able to profit from carbon credits.

07/30/2010 - Tomato Grafting Opens Possibilities
Research shows tomato grafting could yield tomato producers a high-quality, high-quantity crop.

07/27/2010 - Ventilate Barns to Prevent Cow Heat Stress
By making small changes to your barn’s structure, you can increase the barn’s natural air flow and keep your cows cool.

07/20/2010 - Asian Longhorned Beetles Infest Hardwoods
The USDA is working to contain and eradicate Asian longhorned beetles infecting trees in the Northeast and Midwest.

07/16/2010 - Contest: Name that Rooster
Help the USDA name its Biosecurity For Birds mascot, and win a prize.

07/13/2010 - Vaccinate Horses Against Mosquito-borne Viruses
Protect horses during the summer from diseases spread by insects.

07/09/2010 - Child Safety on the Farm
Parents need to take precautions with children to prevent injuries on the farm.