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...
Home gardens and local markets are supplying fresh grown fruits and vegetables.
If you take advantage of this abundance by canning fruits and vegetables, now is the tim...
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has provided this report on the July 28 Mercer Livestock Auction. All prices are per cwt.
CATTLE 155 —
slaughter catt...
Harold W. Foertsch of Jefferson Township is completing his 31st year of service as a member of the FSA county committee.
Foertsch was first elected to the committee back...