Cattle Rally To Record On Tightening US Beef Supply; Hogs Drop
Cattle futures extended a rally to a record amid signs of shrinking supplies of U.S. beef. Hogs fell. …
Year: 2012
Having The Beef Conversation
The beef checkoff is excited to announce a revised version of the popular booklet, “BEEF. The REAL Story is YOUR Story.” The new booklet, titled “Having the Beef Conversation,” builds on the foundation of the first iteration of the "flip book" and moves toward a better understanding of how to have effective conversations about key issues for the beef community. …
Growers Love Burpee, 1,000th Grower Certified
Burpee Home Gardens® announces it has certified its 1,000th grower – a notable milestone in the ongoing growth of this program. Now entering its fourth season of branded vegetables and flowers at retail, Burpee Home Gardens continues to grow in popularity within the industry, and has solidified its reputation among growers as a valuable way to expand their business. …
Oregon's Nurseries Are Making A Comeback From Recession
After several tough years brought on by the recession, Oregon's nursery industry — the most valuable sector of the state's agricultural economy — is showing signs of a comeback. …
Oprins Introduces Color-Changing Panicle Hydrangea
Colour blocking is the new trend in the fashion world, and Flemish tree nurseries have been quick to catch on. Colours are ‘in’ again and help us to enjoy the seasons to the full in our gardens. Oprins is introducing a panicle hydrangea whose colours undergo a surprising transformation from white to pink to deep red, and a Hydrangea in a combination of pink, blue, chocolate brown and Bordeaux red. …