Farming

The census data released last week showed that population gains in many rural areas were driven by increases in Hispanic and Latino residents.

The overall economic index for the region more than doubled to 37.9 in June from May’s 12.5, but it remained at a weak level.

Any score above 50 suggests a growing economy, while a score below 50 indicates a shrinking economy.

Cold weather, a bad harvest, and rising demand could cause potato prices to rise or even a possible french fry shortage.

Agriculture officials expect Wyoming farmers won’t be able to start growing hemp until next year.

A monthly survey of rural bankers in parts of 10 Plains and Western states shows they’re rapidly losing confidence in the region’s farm economy.

The average age of producers was 57.5.

It started when Mike received a camera for Christmas. Now they have a YouTube Channel with over 1500 subscribers. We talk about their goals and life on the ranch.

A Laramie-based company has created the world’s largest food-producing wall for the USA Pavilion at Expo Milano 2015.  Bright Agrotech used its ZipGrow vertical farming towers that can be strapped, hung, or set onto any surface to create a wall that boasts more than 7,200 square feet...

Many University of Wyoming students are in Riverton to discuss Burcellosis and other issues at the County Farm and Ranch Days.