Friday Facts, Fun and Food

Well, it seems that my area of the world has entered monsoon season.  Rain is great, until it isn’t, right?

The USDA is launching a pilot for forage insurance plan.

Expect a survey in the mail from the USDA about crop and livestock production.

Here is a lengthy list of Apps for Agriculture.

This was discussed earlier in the week but there is new information on the demographics of beginning farmers.

Curious about crowdfunding as a way to jump-start your operation?  I’d recommend this story.

Goat causes car accident as it escapes slaughterhouse.

And, as I have been enjoying this cool weather, try a Spring Beef and Vegetable Stew.