Wisconsin State

Here in western Wisconsin we are celebrating a week with no rain. The dry spell began after we had 4 inches of rain in 18 hours with strong winds. Jimmy Ellis reported he had a trampoline in his hay field. My daughter in Illinois said a farmer in her area lost two grain bins and the owner was still hunting one of them. I saw a field of corn I had photographed earlier this summer – and that looked beautiful at that time – is now half gone from the high water.

From the Fields: LeeAnne Bulman with Kaleb Ellis

Georgia State

Fresh peaches are my official mark of summer. I have the most distinct memories of devouring those fuzzy flavor bombs on the beach when I was young, peach juice dripping down my little sun-kissed chin. And when peach season hits, there’s nothing I want more than a bag of peaches from my local farm stand.

The Only Way To Store Peaches, According to Peach Farmers

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Using coffee grounds as fertilizer has become a popular trend among gardeners, touted for its ability to enrich soil and boost plant growth. However, while coffee grounds can offer some benefits, they also come with several potential drawbacks that are often overlooked. Before you sprinkle your leftover grounds around your plants, it’s essential to understand the full impact they can have on your garden.

Why You Should Think Twice Before Using Coffee Grounds as Fertilizer

On April 8, 2024, northern New England won the metrological lottery. With clear skies and warm temperatures in the forecast, many considered it the best place in the U.S. to view the total eclipse of the sun. The path of totality just happened to encompass my home town of Middlbury, Vermont where some of my beeyards are located.

Honey Bees on the Dark Side

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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The plant can be used to make cocaine. 
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Experts can’t tell apart wild and cultivated coca plants

Declining crop prices are pressuring farm income as growers warn that middling demand and high production costs are pushing them to a breaking point. A report from the Federal Reserve said farmers are moderating their profit expectations as low prices for key crops have producers holding on to their supplies longer.

Farmers sound alarm on deteriorating income

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Pumpkins and beans are at the top of her list.

Homesteader Shares the Best Seeds to Plant Today for a Fall Harvest

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

As conventional dewormers are losing effectiveness in sheep and goat herds, researchers are highlighting alternative methods to deal with the issue. One of the most problematic worm species, the Haemonchus contortus, or barber pole worm, has become increasingly resistant to conventional worming methods, according to Joan Burke, a research scientist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Dewormers losing effectiveness in sheep, goats

There are many ways to prepare and cook white rice, yet one essential step remains consistent: washing it. Rinsing rice is an imperative step to get rid of dust, debris, and even small insects left from the rice hulling process. However, rather than simply discarding the water used to wash your rice, you should really be saving it to water your plants.

My Mom Calls Leftover Rice Water 'Liquid Gold'—You'll Never Guess Why

Savannah, GA

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Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

The USDA on Monday released the 18th Crop Progress report of the 2024 growing season. As of July 28, 77% of the 2024 corn crop in the top 18 corn-growing states had reached the silk growth stage, the USDA says. This was up from 61% the week prior and ahead of the five-year average of 76%.

Spring wheat condition takes a dive as harvest progress begins

Paisley Marten

I used to deliver for UPS and Amazon Flex. As a child, I was taught never to drive onto someone’s property unless they explicitly invited me to. This rule applied to family and friends’ homes alike. So, when delivering for UPS and Flex, encountering a mile-long driveway—or even one just longer than a typical city driveway—posed a dilemma. We either had to spend 30 minutes or more walking a heavy package up a long gravel driveway, risking being shot at or attacked by the owner’s farm dog, or we had to drive up their driveway onto their private property. It seems like such an inconvenience. Not just for package and food delivery people, but also for themselves... I mean, that’s a long walk or an unnecessary drive just to get your mail every day.

Unexpected Perils of Long Farmhouse Driveways

Iowa State

For a good chunk of the summer, drought conditions were cutting into forage stands. Recent rainfall has boosted pastures, making stockpiling forage more of an option later this fall into winter. During this time of year, cool-season grasses will be putting up reproductive tillers, says Philip Lancaster, assistant professor and...

Recent moisture may boost producers’ stockpiled forage

The crop will soon be coming out of the field, and with the very late replant and the overall early planting of the rest of the fields, the difference between moisture content will be very wide. With that, low crop prices have many farmers planning to store the corn and soybeans longer than in the past.

Harvest may be tricky this year

Livingetc

Although not a traditional time for planting, these are the fruits that can still be sown this month

5 Fruits You Can Actually Plant in July in Your Yard — Ideas to Grow Now for New Season Crops

South Carolina State

Each summer sees the sweet arrival of stone fruit season, where local farmers markets and grocery stores source fresh peaches from around the United States. You can often get peaches year-round, but there's nothing like the juicy sweetness of a fresh peach that didn't have to travel far to get to your plate. If you've ever heard of Georgia peaches, it's easy to assume that Georgia is the peach capital of the United States. And while this state has certainly made a name for itself in the peach industry, it doesn't hold the top spot.

Georgia Doesn't Actually Produce The Most Peaches In The US

A farmer warns about the dangers of releasing balloons after one becomes trapped in a cow's mouth.

Farmer plea after balloon gets stuck in cow's mouth

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Defend against tar spot in corn

Tar spot continues to be a hot topic for Wisconsin farmers. On average we saw a reduced disease pressure in 2023. But 2024 is a new...

Defend against tar spot in corn

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