Drought Talk Continues...Mother Sues For Sugar....High Fuel Costs Hurt Farmers

Not just bugs: Higher fuel costs add to farmers' woes
Potential bug infestations and plant viruses aren't the only worries that New Mexico farmers could face in 2005. They are being hit by something that might cause bigger problems: rising oil and natural gas prices. [Full Story]

Drought forum set in Salem
Several Oregon business and environmental representatives hope to flesh out ways various state industries can address the summer's impending drought during a March 29 forum in Salem. [Full Story]

San Diego mother sues cereal makers for low-sugar claims
A lawsuit by a San Diego mother claims that lower-sugar versions of Cocoa Puffs and Froot Loops may seem healthier, but they're really a bunch of Trix.[Full Story]

BILL TO CREATE ARKANSAS AGRICULTURE DEPT. ADVANCES
The state Senate approved legislation Monday to create a new state Department of Agriculture. The bill passed on a 19-9 vote. [Full Story]

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