Agriculture

Millet Production Growing in Africa Millet Production Growing in Africa- Overview of the increasing production of millet in the continent. Popcorn Popcorn- Factsheet on this crop, its history, uses, varieties and cultivation. Maize Maize- Information from Wikipedia on this crop, its physiology, genetics, origin, cultivation, pests, diseases and uses. University of Wisconsin Corn Silage Breeding Program University of Wisconsin Corn Silage Breeding Program- Information on corn silage analysis, breeding, and evaluation of germplasm available to the public and private sectors. The Barbara McClintock Papers: Biographical Information The Barbara McClintock Papers: Biographical Information- Information on the scientist and the work she carried out investigating the origins of maize. Commodity Classic Commodity Classic- The combined educational event for the America Soybean Association and the National Corn Growers Association. Useful links to major corn industry sponsors. Michigan Agricultural Commodities, Inc. Michigan Agricultural Commodities, Inc.- Michigan Agricultural Commodities trades and handles corn, soybeans, wheat, grain, vaculator services, oats, rye, barley, fertilizer, feed… Missouri Corn Missouri Corn- Provides information on growing corn in Missouri. Also provides information on ethanol production, scientific research and educational information. Colorado Corn Colorado Corn- Information regarding corn growers in Colorado. Areas include Best Management Practices, environment and education. Maize (corn) Genome Database Maize (corn) Genome Database- Developed at the University of Missouri to provide access to Maize-related genetic information National Corn Growers Association National Corn Growers Association- Represents America's corn growers. Conducts scientific research, education and promotion of corn and its many uses. Areas of interest include: b… Kingcorn.org - Purdue University Kingcorn.org - Purdue University- Corn (maize) information for corn growers throughout North America. Illinois Corn Illinois Corn- Research information regarding growing corn in Illinois. Also has educational material for teachers and media. Barley French National Collection Barley French National Collection- Scientists from INRA (French national agronomic research institute) and breeders from French seed companies have collected some barley accession… Barley: Post-harvest Operations Barley: Post-harvest Operations- Provides information on pre-harvest operations, harvesting, transport, threshing, drying, cleaning and storage. The Scottish Barley Variety Database The Scottish Barley Variety Database- A database of British Barley Varieties. BarleyWorld BarleyWorld- Provides information on the Oregon State University breeding program, Oregon Wolfe barleys, the barley genome project and other barley-related resources. Barley Newsletter Barley Newsletter- A paper and online newsletter for informal communication between researchers on barley. Barley Genetics Newsletter Barley Genetics Newsletter- Informal reports to further the exchange of ideas and information between research workers. Alberta Barley Commission Alberta Barley Commission- Enables Alberta, Canada farmers to invest in positive initiatives that promote the barley industry. Vermicomposting Vermicomposting- "How to" booklet on composting with worms, from New Mexico State University. Cathy's Crawly Composters Cathy's Crawly Composters- Provides information on the practice of vermicomposting, including bin set-up, FAQ, articles and a blog. Happy D Ranch Happy D Ranch- Provides information on worms and vermicomposting. CalRecycle: Vermicomposting CalRecycle: Vermicomposting- Resources for people seeking information about worm composting/vermicomposting, worm suppliers, worm bins, and vermicomposting in the classroom. Vermicomposting.com Vermicomposting.com- Blog about worms, castings and composting. Alabama Jumpers Alabama Jumpers- Offers worms for sale and a wholesale drop ship program. Includes a blog with information on vermicomposting. Vermicomposting Vermicomposting- Provides information, news and resources on composting with worms. Dirt Maker Flow-Through Worm Bins Dirt Maker Flow-Through Worm Bins- Manufactures and sells flow-through worm bins for composting with worms. These composters can also be used for raising compost worms. Bucket of Worms Bucket of Worms- Provides information on the Dendrobaena worm, composting, wormeries and the use of worms for fishing, with an online shop selling worms and wormeries. [UK] Wormtec Wormtec- Provides information on worm farming and vermiculture, and works with schools and groups to reduce green waste and pollution. Offers compost extracts and organic worm der… Worm Bin Worm Bin- An active Yahoo group dedicated to vermicomposting. Worm Farming Secrets Worm Farming Secrets- Free newsletter produced by experienced worm farmers and professionals in the vermiculture industry. Includes discussion community. Composting with Redworms Composting with Redworms- An informative "how to" of home vermiculture. The Worm Wigwam The Worm Wigwam- Procedures for composting using earthworms, and a vermicomposting system offered for sale. HowToCompost.org HowToCompost.org- Provides articles and information on composting and worms. Nature's Footprint Nature's Footprint- Manufacturer of the Worm Factory and the Metro Grower. Includes details of products. Sierra-Worm-Compost Sierra-Worm-Compost- Provides information on worms and the benefits of vermicomposting and sales of worm compost and red wiggler worms. The Worm Farm The Worm Farm- Online retailer of earthworms, bins and accessoriess for vermicomposting, worm farms and fishing. Also supplies natural soil amendments and fertilizers for home gar… Red Worms Red Worms- Supplier of worms, bins and composting equipment. Includes blog and worm composting information and tips. Worm Farm Worm Farm- South African supplier of compost worms and worm farms. Includes information on worm farming, feeding, care, pests, advantages and how to make worm tea. A monthly newsl… Red Worm Composting Red Worm Composting- Blog with plenty of worm composting information. Supplier of Red Worms and European Nightcrawlers. Red Worms 4 Sale Red Worms 4 Sale- Offers red worms, supplies needed to raise them, books and information. Wormery.co.uk Wormery.co.uk- UK manufacturers and suppliers of wormeries and worms for composting. Provides helpful advice for beginners. Three Trees Farm - Red Wigglers Three Trees Farm - Red Wigglers- Offers worms, worm castings, information, solar energy products, and consulting services. Unco Industries, Inc Unco Industries, Inc- Offers nightcrawlers, castings, and vermiculture training Cornell Teaching and Research Center Sheep Farm Cornell Teaching and Research Center Sheep Farm- Aims to evaluate economical methods of managing a highly productive flock to provide sheep for research, teaching, and extension p… Internal Parasites Internal Parasites- Factsheet from Utah State University Extension. Stone Brook Stone Brook- Resources for small flock owners in Maine, and for people thinking of becoming small flock owners; offering links including everything from mills for processing fiber… Sheep Sheep- This is a delightful, general information site on sheep designed by a youngster as a 4H project. Ewe Byte Ewe Byte- Offering a system for managing sheep production and health.