Man sentenced to prison for attempting to hire a pig farmer to eliminate romantic competitor and dispose of the body.
Man Sentenced for Bizarre Murder Plot Involving Pigs A uniquely eccentric individual from upstate New York was sentenced to seven years in prison on Tuesday. His crime? Attempting to arrange the murder of his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend for a mere $1,000 and a bottle of Wild Turkey Bourbon—so he could, quite strangely, feed the body to […]
As an American farmer, supporting conservation requires investing in USDA personnel.
It’s somewhat surprising, but federal farm policies can fail on a local level. Local USDA offices may struggle to assist farmers if staffing dwindles. I’ve witnessed this firsthand after my 30-plus years as a district conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Rather than being behind a desk, my role involved collaborating with farmers […]
Vermont Town Warns Farmer of Daily Fines Due to Maple Tree Conflict
Vermont Farmer Faces Hefty Fines Over Maple Tree Protection A farmer from Vermont might face fines up to $10,000 daily for placing hay bales around a 250-year-old maple tree. Doug Lilley, who operates in Calais, received a notice from the town stating fines could range from $100 to $10,000 for each day the bales remain […]
Minnesota farmer produces food and claims it has resulted in a healthier way of living.
A Minnesota Family’s Journey Toward Self-Sufficiency A Minnesota homesteader, who grows most of the food her family consumes, claims that their health has improved significantly, cutting down grocery runs to about once a month. Katie Kureishi, 38, shared that her journey to becoming self-sufficient began over a decade ago with a modest vegetable garden. This […]
Gunmen in Mexico kill farmer and assault police with landmines near Texas border
In a troubling development, cartel gunmen have started deploying landmines again in a region of Mexico bordering Texas. Recently, there were multiple attacks where innocent farmers were killed by explosives while traveling to their ranches. In another incident, five police officers suffered injuries from a landmine explosion. This surge in violence is part of an […]
Curtis Stone acknowledges that he isn’t a very skilled farmer after purchasing a farm.
Curtis Stone on Farming Adventures: Still Learning After Four Years Celebrity chef Curtis Stone reflects on his experience as a farm owner in the Santa Monica Mountains, noting that even after four years, he’s still figuring out how to properly handle the necessary equipment. In a recent conversation, Stone admitted to Fox News Digital that […]
Mexico’s Government Says Farmer and Trucker Protests Are Politically Motivated, Blockades Will Persist
Farmers and Truck Drivers in Mexico Continue Highway Blockades Farmers and truck drivers across Mexico are expected to maintain their blockades of major highways, as they demand action against cartel violence and extortion. These protests, which have spread across more than 20 states, are effectively halting commerce, and the demonstrators feel that their concerns have […]
I’m a dairy farmer still facing debt at 63. My husband and I have two sons, and at one time we were spending $2,000 a month on health insurance. Who can assist us?
**Question:** “I’m 63, a first-generation dairy farmer, and still dealing with debt. I was denied disability benefits, but we have talked about retirement. My husband, who is 62, just started getting his disability after facing health challenges for many years. Our two sons are interested in farming, and I help out on weekends. They don’t […]
George Clooney as a ‘farmer’ wouldn’t survive a minute with my family’s sheep
George Clooney and the Farmer’s Life George Clooney seems to have it all—a villa by Lake Como, a star-studded Hollywood career, and a successful tequila business. Recently, he’s even ventured into farming, cultivating olives that are turned into artisan oils. He describes his connection to the land with fondness. This narrative often finds its place […]
Treasury Secretary Bessent shares that he has experienced ‘pain’ from tariffs as he is ‘a soybean farmer’
Treasury Secretary Speaks on Soybean Purchase Cuts Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who identifies as “an actual soybean farmer,” expressed his concern over China’s reduction in buying U.S. soybeans. He mentioned that this situation is particularly tough for American farmers. During an interview on ABC News’ “This Week,” anchor Martha Raddatz pointed out the struggles faced […]