Cathy Isom tells us about the walnut and celebrating one of the world’s healthiest foods. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Every year on…
Farmers Union Confronts the Farm Crisis
…initiated a national campaign to raise awareness for the current farm crisis. “We’re in the midst of a farm crisis,” said NFU President Roger Johnson. “Net farm income has been…
NFU, Coalition of Rural Organizations Oppose Elimination of Rural Development Mission Area and Under Secretary
…Secretary for Rural Development with a Special Assistant. “Rural America is much more than production agriculture,” said NFU President Roger Johnson. “Family farmers and ranchers need vibrant rural communities because…
What You Can Grow in a Straw Bale Garden
Yesterday Cathy Isom told us how to set up our straw bale garden to prepare it for plants. today Cathy fills us in on what we can grow in…
Benefits of a Straw Bale Garden
Have you ever thought of using straw to grow your vegetables. Cathy Isom gives us some of the benefits of using a straw bale to grow a garden. That’s…
Medicinal and Nutritional Uses of Lemongrass
Cathy Isom tells us about the nutritional and medicinal uses of Lemongrass. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Lemongrass is a perennial grass that grows…
The Danger of Consuming Raw Eggs
Cathy Isom tells us about the safety concern when using raw eggs in recipes. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’ve…
First Loans Awarded in the Rural Energy Savings Program
Acting Deputy Under Secretary Roger Glendenning announced that USDA is providing zero-interest loans to two rural energy providers to help business and residential customers lower energy use and costs. “Funding…
May is National Egg Month
May is a perfect month to celebrate the arrival of spring, mothers, and the Incredible Egg! Cathy Isom fills us in about an entire month dedicated to one of…
Community Helps School Garden
A lot can happen when the community comes together. Cathy Isom tells us about the Colorado elementary school going the extra mile to make students get a healthy lunch. That’s…
Cauliflower at Center Plate
Cathy Isom has us craving the vegetable that’s moving from boring side dish to center plate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Gone are the…
Are You Ready for the Migration of Hummingbirds
Cathy Isom lets us know when we can expect the migration of hummingbirds again, and how to keep them around. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. …
NFU Disappointed by House Vote for AHCA
…lose their health insurance, lessen protections for those with preexisting conditions, and adversely affect family farmers and rural Americans. National Farmers Union (NFU) President Roger Johnson issued the following statement…
Organic Wine Study-Price or Taste?
You swish around a sip of organic wine in your mouth and it might tempt your taste buds, but that doesn’t mean you’ll pay more for it. Cathy Isom tells…