BISMARCK, N.D. — Canola-producing king North Dakota could see its crop double with the increasing demand for biodiesel fuel and the recent government acknowledgment that...
Rates based on current farm bill
Since October is the start of the 2007 fiscal year, participants of two Farm Service Agency programs can expect to see benefits coming t...
QUESTION: My asphalt shingle roof leaks again. I want to install a longer-lasting roof this time even if it costs more. Other than metal, what types of roofs are ava...
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has provided this report on the Oct. 10 Mercer Livestock Auction.
CATTLE 329 —
Steers — Choice 1-3, 1100-1500 lbs., 8...
There are people who ask "what do you do at your work?" Another question is "tell me what your day at work is like."
For 25 years, I have tried to keep a journal on a r...
Penn State Cooperative Extension will offer pesticide update training on Oct. 16 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Butler County Community College Convocation Center.
T...
QUESTION: I want to install the most efficient heat pump for lower heating bills, but I also want low summer cooling costs. Is a hybrid heat pump a good choice and w...
NEW WILMINGTON — The auction Sept. 29 sold eight loads of hay, two loads of straw, one load of ear corn and one load of oats.
Mixed hay, 75.-115.; straw, 67.50-85.; ear ...
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has provided this report on the Oct. 2 New Wilmington Livestock Auction.
CATTLE 210 —
Steers — Choice 1-3, 1200-1425 ...
Effect of residential development is key
Residential development can often be a controversial but misunderstood issue in Pennsylvania communities.
It can affect the dema...