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Another summer has come, and yes, is almost gone. The children are preparing to go back to school and the Labor Day weekend is just a couple weeks away. Time passes much...

QUESTION: I plan to build a new house. I know a traditional lumber-framed house is not the most efficient, but I have a cheap source of lumber. What are some tips fo...

Barley producers are being reminded the current market price is below the loan rate so a Loan Deficiency Payment is now available. LDPs can be requested any time after t...

QUESTION: We enjoy spending time outdoors on our patio, but the insects are bad. There is a nice breeze out there and we have to air condition the house less. What a...

The Natural Resource Conservation Service is now accepting applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program. Originally called the Conservation Security Program un...

Would you like to share your passion for growing with like-minded gardeners or improve your knowledge to become one of the most skilled gardeners in Butler County? If yo...

Erosion control prevents problems The Butler County Conservation District staff reviews construction plans for potential environmental problems on the site. When earthmov...

QUESTION: I have a lot of landscaping and gardens. My water bills are high, and I hate to waste time watering. I probably don't water right anyway. Are automatic wat...

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has provided this report on the Aug. 3 Eighty Four Livestock Auction. Cattle 223 — (Cows with breakers trading up to 2. l...

Producers have until Aug. 14 A final reminder is being provided to all producers that Aug. 14 will be the final day to report planted crops for 2009 and enroll into the 2...