DuPont Pioneer supports key tools in agriculture education
DuPont Pioneer is working closely with the National Assoc. of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) to award grants to teachers who are implementing Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education (CASE) but may lack sufficient resources.
MSU, Macomb College to host ‘Trends in Ag’ workshop
Michigan State University and Macomb Community College are coordinating to present a “Trends in Agriculture” workshop this fall. The event is slated for Nov. 7 at MCC’s Center Campus, University Center, in Clinton Township.
‘Indiana Grown’ initiative is being revamped for more effectiveness
The “Indiana Grown” brand for food raised on Hoosier farms was hailed when first unveiled in 2012, but now is being revamped in the hope this time labels will find their way into grocery stores and other markets.
Extend growing season with hoop house, low tunnel or fabric
While most Midwest gardens and croplands are turning the telltale gold and brown of autumn and giving up the last of their fruits for the season, some gardens are just getting started.
Don’t take safety shortcuts during grain harvest season
A wet harvest and cool temperatures may induce farmers to take shortcuts to safety this fall; Purdue University farm safety experts want to remind farmers to take their time.
