Farmers to be surveyed for 2000 Agricultural Resource study
Agriculture officials will survey Delaware farmers through Saturday, March 31 to collect data on economic condition production and ownership. Personal interviews will gather detailed information and results will be posted online at werw.uede go by calling 800-675-an06 for participation.
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Werw
Uede
Grangers to Gather Joanne Waters at Grange Meeting
Speen Services Coordinator for Frederick Memorial Hospital attends a community gathering planned for Wednesday February 14 at the Grange. A social hour is hosted by Cathy and Gene Crone and open to the public. For more information call 865-5492.
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Joanne Waters
Speen
Fredenck Memorial Hospital
Ai Pike
the Grange
Cathy
Gene Crone
Udergrae Ln
Guernsey Breeders Annual Meeting Scheduled Tuesday Evening
Guernsey County Breeders plan their annual meeting at Johnsville United Methodist Church on Tuesday February 27 with a 730 pm start. Reservations are due by February 15 to cover Barkey dinners and production awards, with meals priced 10 for adults 5 to 14 and free for under 5, plus junior member rates. Contact Kitty Hawk er at 301 371 1769 or a board member for details.
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Kitty Hawker
Carriage Society Meeting Set at Ceresville Room
The Rose Hill Carriage Society schedules a 7 p.m. meeting on Tuesday February 20 in the Ceresville Roy Rogers community room. Farrier Dave Peters will discuss hoof care for the young horse. The group will run a booth during Agriculture Week at Frederick Towne Mall. Call 301-845-6338 for membership or event details.
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Rose Hill Carriage Society
Ceresville
Roy Rogers
Dave Peters
Frederick Towne
Equine Pasture Management Meeting Series Planned
Equine enthusiasts will gather for a series of meetings from 7 to 9 on Wednesdays through February 28. Topics include weed identification health pasture establishment renovation and heavy-use area protection. Pre-register by February 27 for 3 dollars. 5 dollars at the door. Contact Kristal Lull at 410-489- T37 for details or registration.
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Kristal Lull
Agronomy Meeting Set for Montgomery Derwood Feb 28
The Montgomery-Howard Agronomy Meeting is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday February 28 at the Montgomery County Extension office in Derwood. Registration costs 6 dollars, including lunch, with pre registration required. Topics include weed control herbicide update grain market outlook timothy mite control and crop insurance. An afternoon training session covers nutri ent applicator vouchers for farmers needing them. Contact Carol van der Weele at 301-590-2823 for details and registration.
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Montgomery-Howard Agronomy
Montgomery County Extension
Derwood
Carol van der Weele
Howard County Fair catalog ads sought for Aug event
The Howard County Fair in West Friendship runs August 4 through 11. Ads for the fair catalog are accepted with a camera-ready copy deadline of February 28. About 3,500 books will be distributed to livestock, small pet, home arts, farm and garden 4-H exhibitors and to craftsmen, libraries, banks and senior centers. Exhibitors and vendors may advertise. Contact Bettina Catalano at 301-596 for details.
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Howard County
West Friendship
Bettina Catalano
Pennsylvania Grazing and Forage Conference Held in Perry County
Graziers gather for the Pennsylvania Grazing and Forage Conference in Perry County, Pa. The event covers pasture use for total supply and related topics. For more information, call 301-631-3578.
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Pennsylvania
Perry County
Christian Farmers Outreach Luncheon Hosted by Fellowship
The 14th Annual Outreach Luncheon of the Fellowship of Christian Farmers will run noon to 2 30 PM on Saturday March 3 at Wilhelm Ltd Westminster Seating begins 1120 AM Loren Kruse editor in chief Hag Siter magazine and former VP will introduce speaker Kim from Nottingham PA Special music will be provided For more information call 410 374 2975 or 410 775 7394
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Fellowship of Christian Farmers
Wilhelm Ltd
Westminster
Loren Kruse
Hag Siter Lying Magazine
of Clentian Sarniers Internation A
Kim Wiie
Nottingham
Pesticide training and exam dates set at extension office
March 7 at 10 a.m. offers optional training for pesticide certification with the Frederick County extension office. March 14 at 10 a.m. provides the exam. A recertification meeting also occurs March 7 at the extension office. For information call 301-604-1504 ext 3578.
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Frederick County
Ee RT Ee
Frederick soil board supervisor nominees sought
The State Soil Conservation Committee invites nominations for a Frederick Soil Conservation District board of supervisors appointment to expire Nov 17, 2005, filling the unexpired term of Dwight Dotterer. Nominations due by March 8. residents and organizations may submit recommendations.
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State Soil Conservation Committee
Frederick Soil Conservation District Board of Supervisors
Dwight Dotterer
Terry Poole
Frederick County
Montevue Lane
Soil Conservaion District
Thomas Johnson Drive
State Soil Conservaton Committee
Department of Agriculture
Harry S. Truman
Annapolis
Open house slated by Bene ace rane and Leite emma Oren Beene
An open house is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with activities for children and pets. The event promotes community engagement and includes various activities. call 410-441-5770 for more information.
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Leite
Emma Oren Beene
Peter Sed
Peter Ere
Understanding the bovine digestive system and feeding practices
The article explains the ruminant stomachs, with the abomasum as the true stomach and forestomachs housing microbes. It notes digestion efficiency, the role of feed presentation, and how bunk height and feeding systems affect saliva production intake and milk yield. It also emphasizes dairy farming as a science driven business.
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Partie
Agriculture calendar items for February and March
A condensed list of agricultural meetings and events across Maryland and nearby states. Highlights include New Market Grange on Feb 14, State Soil Conservation in Annapolis Feb 15, Delmarva Goat Symposium Feb 17, National FFA Week Feb 17–24, various soil conservation, nutrient programs, and agronomy meetings through Feb 27, plus events in Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, and beyond and a March 1 grazing conference in Pennsylvania.
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State Soil Conservation Committee
Maryland Department of Agriculture
Annapolis
Delmarva
Henson Hall
Wor Wic Community College
Beeneam
Catoctin
Rogers
Coresville
Maryland
Department of Poeer
Loews Hotel
Land O'Lakes
Minneapolis
Howard County
Lisbon Fire Hall
New York State Fairgrounds
Syracuse
San Antonio
Texas
Frederick County
Frederick Towne
Frederick
Freier
Gracy Browere
Montgomery
Howard Agronomy
Woodbine
Pennsylvania
Grantville
Holiday Inn
Farmers to Market Pork With Consumer Links Initiated
Farmers will market pork directly to Minnesota consumers through a new program linking buyers and producers. The state and involved groups plan to fund higher costs this year, with shoppers able to use a forthcoming Web site and code system to trace meat from farm to table.
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Minnesota
Viking
Researchers seek molecular markers for soybear fat traits
Pan- or Pan-? researchers aim to identify molecular markers linked to low saturated fat in soybeans. Pan- says progress is slow but possible, while Pantalone indicates adaptation and industry readiness hinge on clearer genetic signals. The quoted names reflect the effort to boost healthier soy products.
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Pan
Gluten free foods from native grains proposed in Billings
A Montana cooperative plans to market gluten free products made from native grains such as Indian rice grass substitutes. The group eyes limited Montana market entry and eventual finished items like mixes cookies and muffins.
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Billings
Mont
Hilde
Tana
Slo Fl
Sheldon
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