Farm Facts: Blueberries
Learn more about Indiana-grown blueberries.
Farm Facts: Lamb
Did you know Indiana boasts approximately 2,000 sheep farmers? Learn more about the state’s lamb industry.
Apple Facts and Recipes for the Fall Harvest
Celebrate the fall apple harvest with delicious recipes and interesting facts about this all-American fruit.
Dairy Farm Facts
Milk is being honored through the Year of the Dairy Cows at the 2012 Indiana State Fair. Before you head out to the celebration, soak up some of these dairy facts.
Farm Facts: Mint
Peppermint and spearmint have been grown in Indiana since the late 1800s. Today, the state ranks fourth in the nation in the production of peppermint and fifth in spearmint.
Farm Facts: Pork
Pork is Indiana’s third top commodity, and the state is the fifth-largest producer of pork in the United States. Here are some pork facts you might not know.
Rural Road Rules: Sharing the Road With Farm Equipment
During harvest season or any other time of the year, be sure to follow these rural road safety guidelines for sharing the road with farmers and their large machinery.
Farm Facts: Watermelon
More than 6 percent of all watermelons grown in the U.S. each year are grown in Indiana. Each harvesting season, over 7,500 acres of watermelons are grown in Indiana and Illinois.
Explore Agriculture With Games and Puzzles at ‘My American Farm’
My American Farm website offers themed games and puzzles, fun learning activities, and hands-on family activities to teach about agriculture.
Farm Facts: Maple Syrup
It’s sweet, sticky and delicious on warm pancakes or waffles, but there’s a lot more to maple syrup than meets the eye – or taste buds. Read on to discover Hoosier-specific facts about the delectable treat.
Technology Helps Farmers Be Environmentally Friendly
Farmers all across the country are making an effort to be kind to the environment by taking advantage of the latest technology.
Yams vs. Sweet Potatoes: What’s the Difference?
Learn how to tell the difference between yams and sweet potatoes.
Global Seed Vault Saves Our Seeds
Did you know that in 1900, some 8,000 varieties of apples were grown in the United States, and today only five percent of those exist?
Soy What? Fun Facts About Soybeans
Can you imagine using soybeans instead of coffee beans? That’s what Americans did during the Civil War, due to the scarcity of coffee. Read on for more soybean trivia.
Corny Indiana Trivia
Most Hoosiers know that Indiana is part of the nation’s Corn Belt. Check out these other corn-related kernels of knowledge.
The Incredible, Edible Indiana Egg
Did you know that Indiana ranks among the top egg-producing states in the country?
Indiana Milk and Dairy Fun Facts
Did you know that adding a pinch of salt to your quart or gallon of milk makes it stay fresh longer? Learn more about other dairy fun facts.
Farm Facts: Beef
Beef up your knowledge with these facts on the cattle industry, the largest segment of American agriculture.
Food Isn’t All We Get From Farms
Corn, wheat, milk – even tiny tots in America know that some products come from farms. But how many people realize that detergents, X-ray film and crayons wouldn’t be here without farmers and their crops?
Get the Facts on Firewood
Softwood or hardwood? Maple or pine? According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, the type of firewood isn’t nearly as important as its age. It needs to be dry – very dry.
