August 8, 2007 RSS feed / Farm & Home

Be sure to check hay moisture before baling

By Wade Parker County Extension Coordinator

Now that we have finally received rain the last several weeks, it appears that we are going to make some hay. As people start cutting and baling their hay, I have fielded several questions on the appropriate moisture for baling. More...

Costly calcium

Supply of farmers, drought, fuel costs drive milk prices up
By Sharon Omahen University of Georgia

Fewer Georgia dairy farmers, extended drought and rising fuel prices have driven the cost of a gallon of milk higher than a gallon of gasoline, says a University of Georgia economist. In January, milk cost $3.29 per gallon in most stores. More...