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Local farmer says food prices could see spike due to drought

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Local farmer says food prices could see spike due to drought
This summer’s drought may soon lead to more problems than just browning grass. Jack Moore of Gro-Moore Farms has been in the farming business for decades. He says that if we do not start to see more rain it could start affecting the price you’re paying for food. For Moore, he has seen good years and bad years. Moore says... more

EMPIRE FARM DAYS: Mapping data used for prescriptions

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EMPIRE FARM DAYS: Mapping data used for prescriptions
When old meets new, a seed for innovation is planted. Avery Degolyer, Western NY Crop Management IT manager, and Ben Flansburg of BCA Ag Technologies, hope to educate others about Precision Ag Prescription during a Wednesday seminar at Empire Farm Days. Precision Ag Prescription is a form of zone management that uses data to develop strategies to manage farmlands. Read... more

EMPIRE FARM DAYS: Celebrate ‘old iron’ tractors, plows

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EMPIRE FARM DAYS: Celebrate ‘old iron’ tractors, plows
Fans of antique agricultural equipment, often called “old iron,” will be treated to a display of International Harvester Tractors with plows. Bellona International Harvester Antique Tractor Club President Howard Hemminger organizes the exhibit for the largest outdoor agricultural trade show in the Northeastern U.S. In May, Hemminger noted, “We already have several members getting plows ready fo… Read More more

FLX farmers say ‘All we can do is pray for rain’

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FLX farmers say ‘All we can do is pray for rain’
“It’s so hot, I saw two trees fighting over a dog.” Or how about, “It’s so hot, I heard a fire hydrant whistle for dogs.’’ Bad hot weather jokes aside, this summer’s drought is having a big impact on many farmers and the crops they grow. For those in the agriculture industry, this drought has been no joke, and the... more

Man pinned under tractor in Stanley dies from injuries

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Man pinned under tractor in Stanley dies from injuries
Deputies in Ontario County say that Robert Bassett, of West Bloomfield has died from the injuries sustained during the farming accident, which occurred on September 8th. Bassett had been in guarded condition since the accident occurred when he was airlifted to Strong Memorial Hospital. He was initially transported to F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua for treatment of his injuries. On... more

Two sent to hospital after tractor and car collide in Wayne County

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Two sent to hospital after tractor and car collide in Wayne County
Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts reports that on Friday a tractor and car collided in the Town of Sodus. Virts says that deputies investigated the accident wehre Rodney White, 44, of Sodus was allegedly traveling eastbound on Middle Road when he struck a farm tractor being operated by Aaron King, 24, of Webster. Both subjects sustained minor injuries, according to... more

Cornell breeds flavor-packed mega-strawberry the size of a plum

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Cornell breeds flavor-packed mega-strawberry the size of a plum
Strawberry fans, rejoice. The newest Cornell strawberry variety concentrates intense flavor in a berry big enough to fill the palm of your hand. Topping out at over 50 grams, Archer, the latest creation from Cornell berry breeder Courtney Weber, is comparable in size to a plum or small peach. But this behemoth stands out in ways beyond just its proportions:... more

Dry summer = sweet apples

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Dry summer = sweet apples
There are a couple of things you’ll notice about this year’s crop of New York apples: They’re smaller and sweeter. You can attribute both of those things to our drought-stricken summer. “It’s affecting the size of the fruit,” said Jim Allen, president of the New York Apple Association, based in Victor. Finger Lakes Times – News: Read More   more
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