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  September

  Meat Bird Processing Workshop Supports Homesteading Movement

  Homesteading has been increasing in popularity since 2020. According to data from the Homesteaders of America website (homesteadersamerica.com), 59% of people engaged in this once mainstream productio...

  
  

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  July

  "Free to Rent" Sheep Handling Equipment Unveiled at Field Day

  The National Institute of Food and Agriculture recognizes that modern farms and agriculture operations work far differently than those a few decades ago. While scientific and mechanical strides may be...

  
  

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  April

  Ag Day at Area Elementary School Relays Diverse Opportunities for Career Success

  The latest US Census numbers show the number of farmers over the age of 65 is outpacing younger farmers. Almost 1.3 million farmers are now beyond retirement age, while just 300,000 farmers are under ...

  
  

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  January

  Television Segment on Culinary Pumpkins Broadcast in 64,000 Homes

  Consuming fresh local products is absent in many American households. Several factors contribute to this problem, including: sourcing, perceived difficulty of preparation, and resistance to eating bec...

  
  

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