Friendsville farmer guards land and heritage in Garrett County
In Friendsville Maryland James Ross, a sixth generation farmer, tends buckwheat corn and vales while opposing strip mining and pesticide use. He preserves artifacts and wildlife on his home farm, shares stories of Shawnee roots, and worries for future drinking water and forests. Local officials and environmental groups laud his courage and gentle dedication to land and heritage.
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Asian buyers absorb 35 percent of U.S. farm exports
The Agriculture Department reports 35 percent of the $34.5 billion in U S agricultural exports will go to Asia in the fiscal year ending Sept 30. Despite overall declines, Far Eastern markets remain a bright spot with Japan holding steady near $57 billion and China seeing sharp drops.
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