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Genetically Modified Pigs Could Ease Organ Shortage
Researchers breed animals whose organs may be compatible with humans Story written by AMY DOCKSER MARCUS and updated Dec. 1, 2016 There are more than 120,000 people in the U.S. waiting for an organ transplant and not enough donors. The dire shortage has led some researchers to consider an unusual solution: They are breeding genetically modified […]
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Pig Poop to Electricity
North Carolina pigs will help generate electricity DECEMBER 15, 2016 3:37 PM BY JOHN MURAWSKI jmurawski@newsobserver.com A Colorado energy developer broke ground Thursday on a $100 million facility in Duplin County that the company said will be the largest of its type in the nation, and will produce natural gas out of swine waste and other […]
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New Year’s Traditions: Black-eyed Peas, Hog Jowl, and Greens
Do you know why black-eyed peas are lucky on New Year’s Day? As with most superstitions, there are several answers to the question. Typically, the belief that black-eyed peas are a lucky New Year’s meal is especially popular in the south, so it has to do with our history, right? Maybe. Most Southerners will […]
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The Meat Snack Boom of 2017
Meat industry trends to watch for 2017 December 12, 2016 Sam Gazdziak There will be changes, but the outlook seems positive for the meat industry. Trending clean supply chain claims include “environmentally friendly” and “animal welfare.” Regardless of what political turmoil takes place in the country in 2017 and beyond, Americans will continue to […]
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Are you ready for the new VFD rules?
The Final Countdown to Antibiotic Changes. Producers Urged to Take Action Now. Call it a New Year’s resolution or simply starting your 2016 to-do list early, but animal health experts are urging producers to ensure that they’re ready before the Food and Drug Administration’s new antibiotic regulations take effect in January 2017. “If they […]
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Where Does Your Thanksgiving Meal Come From?
Take a closer look at where the staples of the holiday dinner originate — from farms across the country, both large and small By K. Annabelle Smith Turkeys Turkey production in the U.S. is a nearly 5 billion dollar industry—254 million turkeys were produced this year alone in preparation for the big day. But where […]
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Contrary to popular belief, Daylight Saving Time is not for farmers.
8 Things You May Not Know About Daylight Saving Time By Christopher Klein of History.com Springing forward and falling back may seem simple enough, but daylight saving’s history has actually been quite complex—and misconceptions about it persist today. As you prepare to reset your watches, alarms and microwaves, explore eight facts about daylight saving […]
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October is National Pork Month
Pig farmers connect farm to fork during October Pork Month By Iowa Pork Producers Association September 28, 2016 | 3:08 pm EDT October became known as Pork Month because it marked the time of year when hogs were traditionally marketed. Today, it serves as a celebration to thank pork producers and share their stories with […]
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Tosh Welcomes HCHS Teachers
Congratulations to HCHS CTE Department The Henry County High School CTE (Career and Technical Education) Department has won one of the William Atchison Plus Endowment Grants to be awarded Tuesday night, September 27th. Ms. Faye Hooper, the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) teacher will be heading up a collaborative project alongside several other CTE […]
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September 16, 2016 Harvest Moon
WHAT IS A HARVEST MOON? HARVEST MOON FACTS AND INFORMATION Fred Schaaf What is the “Harvest Moon,” and why does this particular Moon have special importance? We explain in detail. The Harvest Moon is the full Moon nearest the start of fall or the autumnal equinox. This usually means it’s the September full Moon though it can also fall in early October, coming […]
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