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USDA addresses producer questions on farm safety net changes in new legislation
By Jason VanceFarmers across the country are seeking clarity as new provisions tied to the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” reshape key elements of the federal farm safety net. USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce says the department is working to provide answers—particularly on base acres, program timelines, and payment limitation…
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MU Extension hosts free bilingual sow production workshop April 29 in Columbia
COLUMBIA, Mo. — University of Missouri Extension will host a free bilingual workshop aimed at strengthening sow production practices and supporting the state’s diverse swine workforce.The Show Me Sow Production: Bilingual Workshop, organized by Mag Lopez, MU Extension field specialist in livestock, is 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, at the Missouri Pork…
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Van-Far Junior High performs well at South Shelby Invitational
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far Junior High track and field team turned in a strong, well-rounded performance at the South Shelby Middle School Invitational on April 14, earning multiple medals and team point finishes against a competitive field.Van-Far brought home two, third-place medals on the day. Emma Evans placed third in the shot put, while Eli…