Highlighting Agriculture

It’s fun, but is it safe?

Posted in Eastern Edition, Mid Atlantic, Western Edition

CEWM-MR-3-It's fun 2by Sally Colby

Farm kids often have advantages over their suburban and urban peers when it comes to opportunities for learning about working with livestock and machinery. One of the most popular pieces of machinery among youth is the 4-wheeler, or ATV, but such vehicles are responsible for serious accidents every year.

To help both adults and youth understand the potential hazards with ATVs, Penn State ag engineers have created roll-over simulators. These simulators, which include a tractor cab and a full-size ATV, draw attention at events such as the Keystone Farm Show in York, PA and Penn State’s Ag Progress Days in Rock Springs, PA. Continue reading→

Direct marketing pricing strategies that work for buyers and sellers

Posted in Eastern Edition, New England Farm Weekly, Western Edition

CEW-MR-1-PRICINGby Bill and Mary Weaver

“The core group of customers who will pay the most for your locally grown produce are those who value local food; want to support the local economy; are looking for the health benefits of buying local; and value their relationship with you, the grower,” according to Dr. Tim Woods. These customers care about value, but are not primarily price shoppers. Continue reading→

Country Folks welcomes new sales rep

Posted in Eastern Edition

CE-MR-1-CHRIS NYCECountry Folks is pleased to introduce Christopher Nyce as the new sales representative for Southeast Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey territory. He will help clients take advantage of the many marketing opportunities available through Lee Publications.

Chris brings extensive knowledge to Country Folks, with 35 years experience in sales. In the past, his territory has included Delaware, Maryland, New Jersery and Pennsylvania. He will be an invaluable member of our sales team. Continue reading→

CattleWomen meet at National Cattle Convention

Posted in Eastern Edition, Mid Atlantic, New England Farm Weekly, Western Edition

C4-MR-2-Cattlewomen 2by Rebecca Long Chaney

NASHVILLE, TN — CattleWomen from coast to coast gathered recently for the National Cattle Industry Convention and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Trade Show. Members of the American National CattleWomen’s Association (ANCW) met to discuss ways to empower their members to make continued contributions to the beef community.

Volunteer CattleWomen are a vital part of the programs managed by ANCW. The country is divided into seven regions and each region works hard to carry out ANCW’s mission to promote beef programs and activities. Continue reading→