Helpful Links
USDA. (www.USDA.gov). Need agricultural info? Go straight to the source: the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Search by audience or category to find articles on everything from home canning to the Avian flu. And don’t miss the USDA’s National Organic Program (http://www.ams.usda.gov/nop/indexIE.htm).
Food Safety. (www.foodsafety.gov) Learn more about the food you put in your body and how to make sure it’s safe. This site, run by the government, offers help for both consumers and industry professionals. You’ll find videos and other helpful materials, including some for kids and teens.
Organic Farming Research Foundation. (ofrf.org) Maybe you’ve switched to organic. Maybe you’re just curious. The Organic Farming Research Foundation is a trusted resource no matter where you stand. Plus, the foundation awards generous grants to farmers, ranchers and researchers. Click the link to learn more.
Healthy Farmers, Healthy Profits. (bse.wisc.edu/HFHP/) A team of researchers and outreach specialists developed this site to help farmers track their profits. Take advantage of their work efficiency methods. A slide show, video, and downloadable tip sheets are also available.
The Rodale Institute (www.rodaleinstitute.org) Its motto: Healthy soil. Healthy food. Healthy people. The Institute, located in our home state of Pennsylvania, takes a global focus on regenerative farming, gardening and education.
Virtual Livestock Library. (www.ansi.okstate.edu/library/) This web page could make your head spin, with all the information it has to offer. Luckily, it’s easy to navigate -- just choose a type of animal to find breed info, publications, commercial links and more.
The National Gardening Association. (Garden.org) Whether you have a 10-acre garden or just a couple of planters, this site has all the information you need. Check out the handy plant finder, where you can sort flowers by color, foliage and season. |
