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Garden veggie faves that taste great on your dinner table

  • March 25, 2010
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When it comes to raising vegetables, there is no easier one to grow than the simple radish. These are often overlooked in the modern garden. Today, there are many different varieties available, and the happy little vegetables grow pretty much anywhere their seeds are dropped. Radishes are versatile, too. They serve a dual purpose, as they are good to eat, and their quick growing habit makes for...

The more things change, the more they stays the same

  • March 25, 2010
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For longtime area veterinarian Jerry Lahmers, agriculture has changed tremendously since he was a small boy. “I grew up on a farm, except for 12 years in veterinary college. You could say I’ve been involved in agriculture for 60-plus years. Even as a little kid I was puttering around on a farm,” said Lahmers, who retired from the veterinary part of his career after 29 years as a familiar...

American farmers feed the world one plant at a time

  • March 25, 2010
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The American farmer feeds the world. Often it is without fanfare, and in spite of opposition from special interest groups, increasing governmental regulations and red tape, consumers that demand a higher and higher quality product at lower and lower prices, and a society that fails to recognize that access to safe, healthy, quality, fresh, and affordable food is a fundamental part of not only our...

Neighborhood farmers harvesting nature’s best with community supported agriculture

  • March 25, 2010
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In today’s world, consumers are becoming more concerned about the quality and source of the food they feed to their families. They may address this concern by having their own backyard garden plots, shopping at small, specialty stores that provide products such as organic vegetables, fruits, and food products, or purchasing in season food directly from growers at local farmers markets. Another...

These are grandma’s vegetables–– a new look at old varieties

  • March 25, 2010
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Lazy Housewife beans, Stupice tomatoes, Golden Bantam corn, Five Color Silver beet, French Breakfast radish, Golden Treasure pepper, Purple Sprouting broccoli; these are vegetable varieties not easily found in a local supermarket. These, and hundreds of other vegetable varieties, had almost disappeared from gardens across America with the advent of modern vegetable growing and transportation...

Ag community thanked with omelet breakfast

  • March 25, 2010
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In order to make lasting relationships, a few eggs must be broken. OK, that may not be any kind of ancient wisdom, and might even be a mixed metaphor, but a large number of eggs were broken Friday, March 18, at the West Fork Community and Senior Center, and it was all about building relationships in the community. The eggs were cracked as part of the annual Ag Appreciation Breakfast, offered in...

Commissioners ready to clean up; commemorate Harold Breitenbucher

  • March 25, 2010
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As word continues to spread about what is and is not considered acceptable recycling material, Holmes County Commissioner Joe Miller believes that the numerous calls his department has received since the issue came to the forefront are from people who need more information about the regulations set forth by the company picking up the recycling. Miller said that he has fielded a number of calls...

County preparing for winter even as spring moves in

  • March 25, 2010
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Even as winter turns to spring, and the snow appears to be gone, the county continues to plan ahead. The Holmes County commissioners held a public sealed bid opening on contract proposals for a dump spreader body, snow plow and frame and accessories for its newly acquired truck, as well as price quotes for the purpose of supplying the Holmes County Highway Department with gravel, limestone...

Four Holmes County companies granted continuing tax incentives

  • March 25, 2010
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Four area businesses were granted a continuation of tax incentives during a review from the Holmes County Commissioners on Monday, March 22. Believing that each of the businesses has fulfilled its obligation in creating and maintaining positive growth in their businesses, and having met the necessary requirements put forth by the county when they negotiated the initial tax relief incentives, the...

HCTC luncheon provides a glimpse into the many educational activities at the center

  • March 25, 2010
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The Holmes County Training Center (HCTC) opened its doors to a fantastic meal and an informative video about what goes on at the facility and the importance of the organization to the Holmes County community during its business luncheon on Friday, March 19. The HCTC is currently making a huge push to make the public aware of the importance of the upcoming levy renewal. “A school is only as...