APRN: Talk of Alaska on Alaska's food supply, featured guests Ellen Maling and LaDonna Redmond (mp3 file link)

KSKA Hometown Alaska: Hungry in Alaska

Here's the broadcast from Talk of Alaska: Food in Alaska featuring Susan Willsrud (Mike Emers was the first c… Continue

Here's an interesting news story on KTUU that features the Meyers Farm in Bethel. Be sure to watch the video, also, as it has additional commentary that didn't make it into the print version.

Washington, August 26, 2009 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is requesting comments on a proposed rule that would establish the procedures and eligibility criteria for receiving assistance under the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) for Farmers Program. "Helping American producers adjust to a changing and unpredictable economic environment is critical during these challenging times," said Vilsack. "The TAA for farmers program can provide technical assistance and cash benef… Continue

The USDA sent out a press release recently proclaiming August 23-29 (this week) as National Community Gardening Week. From the release:

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today encouraged America

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Let me or Matt know if you have suggestions for the links. I've put up what seems to make sense, but there are a ton of good agriculture blogs out there, and maybe these ones aren't the best.