Cattle Rustler Strikes in Connecticut

Connecticut’s colonial homes, temperate forests, and mild climate are nearly as far removed from the Old West as can be found in the Continental United States. However, earlier this week,…

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Connecticut Officials Seize Neglected Animals

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture, working with local police and the state Humane Society, seized several animals from a local farm, charging the owners with animal cruelty. The farm in…

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Connecticut Counties Named Disaster Areas

Connecticut farmers in Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, New London, New Haven and Windham counties can apply for emergency loans from the USDA. Following a request by Governor Rell, USDA Secretary Tom…

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Connecticut Lawmakers to Help Dairy Farmers

Connecticut lawmakers have approved a financial safety net for dairy farms who have seen many problems since dairy prices have dropped. The General Assembly passed a grant program to help…

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