Survey: Young farmers optimistic despite concerns

Financial health and succession are two big concerns weighing on some of the state's farmers and agribusiness owners, according to a new Indiana Farm Bureau survey. A trend also emerged showing younger farmers are more optimistic about business prospects.... Read More

More broadband access coming to Lawrence County

About 1,200 more people in Lawrence County will have more secure access to the internet as AT&T announces plans for a fiber-powered broadband project. The development is amidst private companies and state initiatives alike expanding broadband access in rural Indiana.... Read More

IU to map, expand tree canopy across state with federal grant

Using a $5 million U.S. Department of Agriculture grant, the Indiana University Environmental Resilience Institute is seeking to increase the percentage of Hoosier municipalities planning and managing their tree cover. Its goal is a 20% increase and to plant and support 2,500 trees in disadvantaged communities.... Read More

Purdue to develop SARS-CoV-2 animal field test

Purdue University researchers have $2.7 million of federal funding at their disposal to develop a field test to estimate and predict the spread of SARS-CoV-2 in wildlife and farm animals. The goal is to use the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service grant to create a simple and affordable avenue for public agencies to test transmission of the virus.... Read More

Madison hotel wins state restoration prize

After $22 million and a host of partners, Madison’s Eagle Cotton Mill is now a Fairfield Inn & Suites with a conference center and the winner of Indiana Landmarks’ new Renaissance Award. The honor is bestowed on projects that revitalized long-ignored and rundown historic properties. ... Read More