Michigan hosts a modest mink industry, to Wisconsin’s No. 1
Despite a fickle world economy, zigzagging fashions and ferocious animal rights campaigns to make fur unfashionable and undesirable, the industry has survived and often thrived.
Vilsack: School nutrition discussion will continue
School lunch became a political lightning rod after the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 revamped public school meal standards. Last week, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said he expects the school lunch discussion to continue, as Congress must reauthorize the law by Sept. 30.
Brighten your Easter feast with unique flavor twists to refresh traditional dishes like ham and deviled eggs. And don’t forget the decorations – it’s easy to create vibrant centerpieces using eggs dyed in the hottest seasonal shades.
By watching commercials on TV I’ve learned this is the year for imbibing various kinds of alcohol drinks inspired by apples: hard cider, angry ale, Redd’s Apple Ale and others are all over the screen.
The last Congress tried and failed to get a comprehensive immigration bill passed, so current lawmakers seem to be taking on the task in smaller chunks.
Women in agriculture seek help from other ag women
To kick off Women’s History Month in March, USDA has started a mentoring network for women in agriculture to share stories and tips, and to make connections.
