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Farmers protect threatened bird
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Description: Traditionally, having a threatened species on your property has been bad news because it brings regulations, limitations and liability. So it may be surprising that farmers and ranchers in Colorado would team up with wildlife officials and researchers to protect a bird considered for Endangered Species listing. But their efforts avoided a listing and are helping the mountain plover make a comeback. |
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Women taking a leading role in agriculture
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Description: USDA's 2002 Census of Agriculture released in June confirms that women are playing a prominent role in agriculture. They make up 27 percent of all farm producers and a growing number of women are taking the lead role in farm decision-making. Women also are important advocates for agriculture. |
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California strawberry harvest
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Description: Strawberries are berry good for you (pardon the pun). The strawberry capital of the nation is Watsonville, Calif., and surrounding area. Producers are working hard to keep up with strong consumer demand. |
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