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The Farmer's Facts Pocket Guide
Cornell University
The Farmer's Facts Pocket Guide has information on climate, weights and measures, crops and soils, livestock, machinery, and more.
$5. To order, contact:
Dorene Beckhorn
CCE Allegany/Cattaraugus Counties
5435A CR 48
Belmont, NY 14813
Phone: (585) 258-7644
http://www.sare.org/onfarm99/index.htm
Sustainable Agriculture Network
Farmers and ranchers seeking to cut production costs or improve stewardship of natural resources often experiment with new methods. Designing and carrying out simple research tests in a more organized fashion, however, can provide reliable, valuable answers to production questions. This bulletin describes how to conduct research at the farm level, with practical tips for both crop and livestock producers as well as a comprehensive list of more in-depth resources.
http://www.ag.uiuc.edu/~vista/pdf_pubs/GUIDEBK.PDF
Dan Anderson, Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Illinois, 1993
This guide is a resource for farmers interested in participatory on-farm research. Basic research principles are explained and easy-to-use guidelines are provided for conducting simple on-farm experiments. Some example problems, worksheets, and pages for notes are included in the guide. Publication is in
PDF format.
http://www.rafiusa.org/pubs/OFR_May_2003.pdf
The Rural Advancement Foundation International USA, May 2003
Newsletter topics include cotton tillage practices, wasps to control bean beetles, steps to a successful research project, weed control for firs, organic apples, and reducing peanut production costs. Publication is in
PDF format.
