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How labor shortages are affecting agriculture

The agricultural workforce is shrinking, and has been for some time. The American Farm Bureau Federation estimates there are roughly 2.4 million farm jobs...

How insects survive cold: The potential effect of a mild winter

Christina DiFonzo Michigan State University Extension Freezing temperatures are detrimental to many forms of life, including most insects. Insects are exothermic (cold-blooded), which means they cannot produce...

USDA tells the stories of women in agriculture for Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, a time to commemorate the impact women have had on our society. In keeping with this year’s theme of...

Rep. Neyer resolution recognizes Michigan’s crucial agriculture industry

An adopted resolution from state Rep. Jerry Neyer declares March as Agriculture Month in the state of Michigan. The Michigan food and agriculture industry contributes...

The nutritional value of popular types of fish

Fish is an important component of a healthy diet. Compared to many other sources of protein, including beef, pork and chicken, certain varieties of...

What consumers can do to support local farmers

Farming has never been a vocation for individuals looking for easy work. Farmers typically work long hours, braving the elements regardless of how unpleasant...

2022 Was Another Record Year for U.S. Farm Exports

The American agricultural sector posted its best export year ever in 2022 with international sales of U.S. farm and food products reaching $196 billion,...

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Consumers familiar with the disparity in price between organic fruits and vegetables and conventional alternatives may be curious if that difference in price pays...

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Arts United Event Brings in Over $54,000

Chelsea Sherlock Herald Correspondent  The eighth annual Arts United brought a sold-out crowd to Alma College’s Oscar E. Remick Heritage Center...
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Ithaca Girl Tops in State at Michigan FFA Convention

Michael MacDonald Herald Editor  A seventh-grader from Ithaca made history last week at the Michigan Future Farmers of America Convention, becoming...

Needham’s Home Center to Close After 47 Years in Business

By Megan Neeley Herald Correspondent Having served the Gratiot community for nearly five decades, Needham’s Home Center in St. Louis is...

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Arts United Event Brings in Over $54,000

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