Agriculture

Bee keepers noticed a slow down in bee colony loss this last winter. Losses were around 20 percent as compared to 30 percent over the last few winters.

Agriculture officials say that's an improvement, but it's too soon to say if it's a trend toward bee colony health

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Branding season in Wyoming can stretch anywhere from the latter part of April through the middle weeks of June. These events are usually well thought out with neighbors, family and friends coming together to get things done in quick order

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The comment period for the Wyoming Food Safety Rule is in the process of being extended and public hearings scheduled across the state. This comes after outspoken opposition suggesting the amendments were too restrictive

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Recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or "SNAP", will be able to use those funds for fresh food purchased at some farmers markets around Wyoming this summer.

Kim Porter, for the Wyoming Business Council says the council is offering financial assistance to markets willing to take the steps necessary to accept SNAP vouchers

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NOWCAP Services in Casper will be added to a growing list of distribution sites for Bountiful Baskets Food Co-Op on June 16th.  This is a weekly event which occurs throughout Wyoming and many other participating st

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A variety of tomato and pepper plants will be available in exchange for donations during the Casper College Greenhouse Open House on Saturday, May 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

According to Evert Brown, Natrona County Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and provide gardening advice

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New rules proposed on farm products

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Beef cattle prices are high right now, but not quite as high as had been expected.

U. S. Department of Agriculture  Outlook Chairman, Gerry Bange says beef processors are complaining of negative processing margins, so they aren't bidding as high for cattle

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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The economy remains strong in rural areas of 10 Midwest and Plains states because of the health of agricultural businesses there.

The overall economic index on the new monthly Rural Mainstreet survey rose to 58

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The Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust is seeking nominations for the Kurt Bucholz Award, which honors an individual who exemplifies the core beliefs held by Dr. Bucholz during his lifetime of dedicated public service and commitment to conservation.

The award was created in memory

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