Dinner costs fall in annual basic items survey
The American Farm Bureau report shows lower dinner costs with a 15 pound turkey at 12.52 and overall dinner average down to 22.37 or 33.83 in some measures. Prices decline from last year across 30 states led by turkey as the main contributor to savings.
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Carroll County Food Sunday benefits from Cabot Creamery cheese donation
Maryland families received premium cheese donated by Cabot Creamery and partners, delivering nearly 400 pounds to Carroll County Food Sunday, serving central Mostha. Cooperative farms supply the cheese through regional markets. For more info contact Pat Diener at 410-857-7926 or MDIA at 202-255-476.
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Hood wins speak off at Frederick Community College
Daryl Hood placed first in the Frederick and Catoctin Soil Conservation speak-off at Frederick Community College. His topic was Community Waters as he described his family's farm soil practices to protect water quality for future generations. He is the son of Denis and Nancy Hood of Libertytown, and a contact number is 301-695-2803 ext 3.
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Frederick and Catoctin
Seafood meeting planned by Maryland advisory panel
The Maryland Seafood Marketing Advisory Commission will hold its meeting at 6 20 p m on Wednesday December 6 in room 14 at the Maryland Department of Agriculture. For more information call 410 42 S7oe.
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Maryland Seafood Marketing Advisory Commission
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Holiday Hoe-down at Ten Oaks Ballroom for Horse Rescue
Join Days End Farm Horse Rescue staff and friends for a Holiday Hoe-down from 7 to 11 p.m. on Friday December 8 at Ten Oaks Ballroom Clarksville. Tickets cost 25 in advance 30 at the door with a cash bar and dancing to live music. Proceeds go to abused neglected and neglected horses. Call 301-854-5037 or visit the rescue site for details.
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Conservationists to Meet State Soil Committee in Annapolis
The next State Soil Conservation Committee meeting convenes at 9 30 am on the 21st at Agricuitars in Annapolis. The public session will cover soil conservation and water quality program implementation and policy. For more information contact Louise Lawrence.
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State Soil Conservation Committee
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Soil and site factors in forest productivity and species choice
This article explains soil properties including texture drainage and organic matter, and how pH and nutrients affect tree growth. It covers depth layers, erosion control, and how soil type guides species selection for economic return and site productivity.
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County advisers urge farm plan signups at FSA NRCS office
Conservation planning advisors say signups for Farm Bill programs occur at the FSA office next door to the NRCS, and a comprehensive farm plan reflects the owner operator’s wishes. The plan covers environmental factors including air, water, plants, animals, people, and CAFOs under federal and state laws. Call 695-2803 ext 3 for hours, 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.
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Angus Activities at National Western Stock Show in Denver
Angus enthusiasts should plan to attend the National Western Stock Show from Tuesday to Saturday January 9 to 13 in Denver Colorado. Activities include the Roll of Victory Super Point Angus Show also known as the National Angus Show plus the junior heifer show pen and carload shows and the National Western Angus Bull Sale. An Angus reception is scheduled with contact Sheila Stannard at 916-3% for more information.
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Colo
Shelia Stannard
Biotechnology conference for community leaders planned in Binghamton
A conference for developing community leaders titled Biotechnology Reerers ue Crsitent wil be Deid Wedneadeyth Friday, Jan. 17-19, in Binghamton, Wie. Spotted by NRAES and is designed for leaders to wrestle with when to say yes and when to exercise caution in accepting promoting or implementing new biotechnology developments. Contact NRAES at 607-255-7684 or visit www.nraes.org.
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Binghamton
Nraes.org
Milking Parlor Conference Sponsored by NRABD and NRAES
A conference on milking parlors and milk handling was held January 30 to February 1 by the Natural Reserve Engineering service NRABD and NRAES. Educational sessions covered milking systems, cow handling, pace, and new developments, with advisers from Milanets and Parlors guiding attendees. Contact NRAES at 607-255-7654 for details.
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Alpacas Parade At Berrywine Plantation Event
Event at Singamore Winecellars Berrywine Plantation features alpacas on display. Scott Gove of Sandhill Alpacas in New Market and Kathy Cartwright discuss breeding and care with attendees during a public education session.
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Agriculture Calendar Dates and Tour Schedule
November 30 event at Kein Lid Catering Westnallen Atlantic Region Hilton Valley Forge features a holiday tour on December 1 3 10 Carroll County Farm Museum Westminster 10 am meet Natres 3 15 pm Nutrient Management Frederick events listed with venues and times.
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