Asian longhorned ticks, Theileria, and the new management problem facing Appalachian cattle producers The Asian longhorned tick does not behave…
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Smart Loaders & Suspension: Deere’s New 6R and 6M Tractors
John Deere’s model-year 2027 updates to the 6R and 6M tractor lines are not just about more horsepower. For farms…
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How to Spot and Stop Invasive Pests in the Highlands
The Appalachian Highlands have some of the nation’s richest biodiversity and most productive agricultural landscapes. However, a quiet siege constantly…
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The Science and Secrets of the “Split Personality” Kyanite
You can find Kyanite at high elevations in the Blue Ridge and deep within the Piedmont. For scientists, it is…
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Robots & Drones: The New Tools for Mountain Farmers
The topography of the Appalachian Highlands—characterized by steep grades, fragmented pastureland, and variable microclimates—has historically limited the efficiency of conventional…
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Don’t Be Corn-fused: Comparing Old vs. New Technologies
In August, the Appalachian Highlands are drowning in corn. Silver Queen, Peaches and Cream, Hickory King—it comes in by the…
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Alpha-Gal Syndrome: An Emerging Allergic Hypersensitivity in Appalachia and Beyond
Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), a fascinating and often debilitating allergic condition, presents as a delayed hypersensitivity reaction to the carbohydrate galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose…
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Attain Agribusiness Triumph: Proven Organic Farming Methods for Bountiful Returns
Honaker, VA – For years, “organic farming” evoked images of traditional methods and a return to simpler times. While core…
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Top 5 New Farm Equipment Technologies Revolutionizing Agriculture in 2025
Farmers are no strangers to innovation, but 2025 is shaping up to be a milestone year for agricultural equipment. With…
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