Pless family maintains a long tradition of farming

ROCKWELL, NC — The Plesses have been farming in what is today north central Cabarrus County for a long, long time — since 1760. That’s when their ancestor Christopher Pless received a land grant from King George IV. The land his

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The invisible war

by Sally Colby

January 21, 2026

Calf illness often starts out invisible. By the time it’s noticed, the calf is significantly ill – requiring more man hours and medication – and it of...

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How to respond to labor law enforcement

by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

January 21, 2026

What do you do when a federal or state inspector comes to your farm regarding labor laws? At the recent Labor Roadshow hosted by Cornell Agricultural ...

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Horse Tales: How does your horse keep warm?

Horse Tales A4

January 21, 2026

‘Tis the season for winter’s cold and chill! Indoors, we’re able to throw another log on the fire, cozy up with some hot cocoa or tea and wear warm la...

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Hershey receives PA Leopold Conservation Award

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January 21, 2026

Jim Hershey of Elizabethtown has been selected as the Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award recipient. The $10,000 award honors farmers and forestla...