Rush County 4-Hers who are seniors in high school are eligible to apply for state scholarships and awards. Applications are available in the Rush County Extension Office on the first floor of the Courthouse and are due by Jan. 15.
Local 4-Hers in grades 10 and above can apply for 4-H accomplishment and achievement awards, which are also available from the Extension Office and due by Jan. 15. Applications are also available online.
For more information, call 932-5974.
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November 18, 2008
Scholarships available for 4-H members
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Richland Farmers and Farmerettes
Richland Farmers and Farmerettes met at 7 p.m. Jan. 12 at the New Salem
Lions Club. Sue Herbert, Alan Amos and Carol Holzback are the
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United Producers Scholarship Program
United Producers Inc. (UPI) is excited to support the future generation of agriculture through its scholarship program. UPI is offering two $1000 scholarships in each of its 16 districts to deserving high school and college students pursuing agriculture degrees.
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Center Lucky Sodbusters 4-H
The Center Lucky Sodbusters 4H Club met at 6 p.m. Jan. 17, 2011 at Center Christian Church.
- Enrollment for 2012 DCP and ACRE programs began this week
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N.A.I.L.E. news (2)
Caroline Kuhn won Grand Champion Market Lamb during the North East Youth Sheep Show held at the Big E in West Springfield, Mass.
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N.A.I.L.E. news
Emilie and Caroline Kuhn recently exhibited at the North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Ky.
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Swine herd expansion modest, despite return to profitability
Hog producers have remained cautious about expanding their breeding herds despite the industry's return to profitability – a wise decision considering there is still much economic uncertainty for them, Purdue Extension agricultural economist Chris Hurt says.
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Researchers: Honeybee deaths linked to seed insecticide exposure
Honeybee populations have been in serious decline for years, and Purdue University scientists may have identified one of the factors that cause bee deaths around agricultural fields.
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Public comment period on fertilizer regulations nearing end
The Office of Indiana State Chemist will continue to accept comments from the public until Jan. 7 on a proposed state-mandated rule regulating use of fertilizers on farms.
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2011 Indiana Angus Association
The 2011 Indiana Angus Association annual meeting was held Dec. 10 in Greensburg. The following young men and women were selected as officers of the 2012 Indiana Junior Angus Association board: (standing from left) Katelyn Wilson, Orleans, past president; Madison Butler, Vincennes, president; Kyrsten Retherford, Indianapolis, vice president; Sarah Innis, Milroy, secretary/communications director; Caleb Smith, Whitestown, treasurer; Kallie Knott, Garrett, historian; Krisha Retherford, Indianapolis, membership director; and Robbie Dragani, Plymouth, Indiana Angus Association representative.
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These members were elected to serve as advisors for the Indiana Junior Angus Association and are pictured at the 2011 Indiana Angus Association annual meeting Dec. 10 in Greensburg. Pictured from left are Jeff and Julie Innis, Milroy; Cortney Hill-Dukehart-Cates, Modoc; and Kathy and Loran Wilson, Orleans. - More Agriculture Headlines
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Richland Farmers and Farmerettes
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