Contents

FEATURES: 
Meet a Country Doctor—One of a Dying Breed?
Challenge of rural health care is multifaceted.
By Nancy Jorgensen

Hogs Still Pay Their Way 
Consolidation and shifts in the industry make the business different, but many producers have found that hogs are a good way to help with on-farm cash flow.

Find a Home for Corn 
Record acreage and a good growing season will push harvest logistics this year.
By Katie Allen

Boosting Fall Forage Can Be Profitable 
Stockpile grazing can extend the forage resources on your farm and trim costs of keeping cows.
By Steve Fairchild


COLUMNS:
Country Corner 
China needs a lesson from U.S. consumers.
By Steve Fairchild

Letters

Up Front

Crops
August is crucial for making forage decisions.
By Dr. Paul Tracy

Nutrition
Cut silage low or high? Depends on the goal.
By Dr. Jim White

Country Humor

Livestock report
By Glenn Grimes

Grain report
By Dr. Robert Wisner

Fruit Salad Recipes

Viewpoint
Annual Washington trip lets farmers and elected officials interact on issues.
By Don Copenhaver

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