Farm Facts
Quick fun facts about farms and agricultural products
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February 8, 2013
Farm Facts: Lamb
Did you know Indiana boasts approximately 2,000 sheep farmers? Learn more about the state's lamb industry.
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November 9, 2012
Farm Facts: Potatoes
Take a look at some interesting farm facts about the potato.
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August 1, 2012
Apple Facts and Recipes for the Fall Harvest
Celebrate the fall apple harvest with delicious recipes and interesting facts about this all-American fruit.
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December 21, 2011
Farm Facts: Mint
Peppermint and spearmint have been grown in Indiana since the late 1800s. Today, the state ranks fourth in...
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August 17, 2011
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...
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May 16, 2011
Farm Facts: Watermelon
More than 6 percent of all watermelons grown in the U.S. each year are grown in Indiana. Each...
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February 11, 2011
Farm Facts: Maple Syrup
It’s sweet, sticky and delicious on warm pancakes or waffles, but there’s a lot more to maple syrup...
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October 28, 2010
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...
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October 14, 2010
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...
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October 14, 2010
Corny Indiana Trivia
Most Hoosiers know that Indiana is part of the nation's Corn Belt. Check out these other corn-related kernels...