37 county farms preserved so far
Butler is one of 57 counties enrolled in the Farmland Preservation Program. There are now 37 farms preserved in Butler County.
The state ...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Consumers have been led for years to believe California cows are happy, which is why many were sickened when images surfaced of a washed-up milker, ...
As the year comes to a close, many producers are looking forward to the New Year, as 2009 will long be remembered for a variety of reasons.
For many corn producers, 2009...
Quality locks still offer best protection
QUESTION: I would feel more comfortable with better security at home, but I cannot afford a complete monitored system. I do ...
Zone system a good option
QUESTION: I cannot seem to keep all my family members comfortable. Some rooms are too warm and others too cold. I have tried installing regi...
The election for the FSA county committee members to represent producers in Local Administrative Area No. 3 was held Dec. 11 with the following results.
Elected for a th...
The Natural Resources Conservation Service will hold an informational meeting from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday at the Butler County Farm Service Agency.
The meeting will c...
Just about all more efficient
QUESTION: I think it is time to replace my old dishwasher. Mine is loud, does not offer many cycle options and uses a lot of hot water. ...
UNIVERSITY PARK — A dairy's accounting system can provide the data for making sound financial management decisions. But too often, producers rely on it simply for tax pu...
CONNOQUENESSING TWP — The Butler Farm Show last month elected Ken Laughlin as president of the board of directors for 2010.
Laughlin, who has served on several committee...