New Face of Farming
The changing face of farming belongs to women and minorities. According to the USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, the number of women principal farm operators grew 12.6 percent from 1997 to 2002. The number of minority principal farm operators also grew significantly during that time, the most notable being a 50.8 percent increase in principal operators of Spanish, Hispanic or Latino origin. And Experts expect these trends to continue.

Drip Tips
Growers with higher-return crops should switch to drip irrigation, an irrigation expert advised.

Globalization Hits Michigan’s Asparagus Industry
The challenge seemed reasonable and clear. Without unity in the asparagus industry, it won’t survive long.

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