Articles tagged as: Agriculture
February 29, 2016
'Homegrown By Heroes' Aims To Raise Visibility For Vets Who Farm
Gov. Mike Pence announced Monday that Indiana has joined 42 other states included in the "Homegrown by Heroes" program. It gives eligible veterans and active-duty National Guard members the right to use a special logo for their marketing and products.
Read MoreFebruary 26, 2016
No Sun Or Rain Required, A Farm Sprouts on the Near Eastside
A new indoor farm is sprouting up on Indy's Near Eastside.
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2016
Is Organic More Nutritious? New Study Adds To The Evidence
Organic dairy and meat contain significantly more omega-3s than their conventional counterparts, a huge new study finds. It's the latest research to show organic production can boost key nutrients.
Read MoreFebruary 9, 2016
Indiana To Lift Most Bird Flu Outbreak Restrictions Feb. 22
State Board of Animal Health spokeswoman Denise Derrer said Monday the last positive bird flu case was Jan. 16 in Dubois County, Indiana's top turkey-producing county.
Read MoreFebruary 2, 2016
Lower Demand, Rains Dampened Indiana Popcorn Production
Purdue University says federal statistics show popcorn production in the state fell by 29 percent last year.
Read MoreFebruary 1, 2016
Official: Bird Flu Cases Reminder Of Need For Tracking Rules
Indiana's state veterinarian says a recent bird flu outbreak is a reminder of the importance of all buyers and sellers of poultry to follow state record-keeping rules.
Read MoreJanuary 29, 2016
National Summit Addresses Employment Gap For Farmers
The national summit highlights the way agriculture is being taught as a science and the growing field of jobs.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2016
More Than 400K Birds Destroyed To Contain Avian Flu Outbreak
Since Saturday, there have been no new H7N8 cases in the Dubois County avian flu outbreak.
Read MoreJanuary 17, 2016
Bird Flu Outbreak Hits 10 Southern Indiana Farms
Ten southern Indiana commercial turkey farms have tested positive for a strain of bird flu, prompting a response from state and federal authorities.
Read MoreJanuary 4, 2016
Winter Farmers Markets Increase Fresh Food Access, For Some
Farmers markets are becoming more than just a summer outing, with winter versions popping up in Indianapolis. That's increasing the fresh and local produce available in colder months, but not for all Indy residents.
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