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Essential Oils Prevent Salmonella in Chickens

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A study proves that the use of an essential-oil mixture could work better at halting the spread of salmonella than traditionally used probiotics or natural acids.

Time to Fill Out 2012 Ag Census

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The five-year Census of Agriculture can be used to help develop programs for small-scale and beginning farmers, so participation is vital.

USDA Awards Farm-to-School Grants

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A total of $4.5 million has been awarded for the planning and implementation of farm-to-school programs throughout the country.

Midwest Drought Takes Toll on Horses

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In the wake of the summer’s drought, an increased number of Missouri horses are becoming infected with Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis.

Geothermal Systems Keep Turkeys Comfy

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Engineered to provide constant barn temperatures for commercially produced turkeys, a geothermal system prototype might also be scaled to fit other livestock operations.

Celebrate Thanksgiving without GMOs

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A new anti-GMO organization launches to warn consumers about foods containing genetically modified organisms and give them alternatives.

Disinfect Wells after Hurricane Sandy

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Flooded wells can be contaminated with harmful bacteria, so it’s important take steps to disinfect them before drinking.

Turkey Poult Nutrition Essential to Performance

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Research shows that the diet fed to a turkey in the first two weeks of life can affect production performance.

No-till Fields Capture More Snow

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USDA research shows that no-till fields will accumulate more snow this winter than conventionally tilled fields, leading to higher soil moisture.

Prepare Your Farm for Zombie Apocalypse

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Get your farm zombie-apocalypse ready with a pole barn built and stocked to help you weather a monstrous attack.

Prep Farms as Sandy Moves Westward

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As now post-tropical storm Sandy moves toward the Midwest and continues destruction on the East Coast, take heed of these storm-preparation emergency guidelines.

Terra Madre Opens to Public

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Slow Food’s biannual celebration of local foods from around the world expands its reach by opening its conference and market to the general public.

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