Construction underway on new firehouse in Boonton, New Jersey

Posted by IronPlanet on Apr 2, 2012 7:03:00 AM

The construction of a new firehouse in Boonton, NJ, is progressing nicely, according to NorthJersey.com.

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Hawaii looks to streamline construction approval process

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 30, 2012 8:26:00 AM

Hawaii is hoping to stimulate its construction industry, and the current idea is to streamline the construction approval process in order to get more projects underway, reports The Associated Press.

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Louisiana farms generate $10.7 billion

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 30, 2012 8:24:00 AM

Despite droughts and flooding throughout the year, Louisiana farmers weathered the storm and delivered the most productive agricultural year since 2007, according to a report from the LSU AgCenter.

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Indiana farmers to generate record revenue

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 30, 2012 8:23:00 AM

Farmers in Indiana are expected to pull in record revenue this year, but that doesn't necessarily mean record profits, reports the Indianapolis Star.

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Construction on Bronx clinic delayed due to lack of government funds

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 30, 2012 8:22:00 AM

Students in New York are fighting to get funds for a new health clinic that will be built on the Adlai E. Stevenson Educational Campus in the Bronx, after the state Department of Education did not provide funds to match a grant.

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USDA: Largest corn crop in 75 years

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 30, 2012 8:17:00 AM

U.S. farmers are preparing to plant the largest amount of corn in 75 years, according to a Department of Agriculture (USDA) report released Friday.

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What is community sponsored agriculture?

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 29, 2012 9:41:00 AM

Community sponsored agriculture (CSA) originally began as a way for farmers to connect with people in their local area. However, as the idea has become more popular, the definition has begun to change and evolve, reports NPR.

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North Carolina strawberries expected to arrive early

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 29, 2012 9:41:00 AM

Those in the North Carolina area may be able to go strawberry picking early this year, as the state's North Carolina Strawberry Association has announced that the fruits will ripen ahead of schedule.

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Major Ford factory employing subcontractors around Kansas City

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 29, 2012 9:40:00 AM

Ford is constructing a major upgrade to its factory in Claycomo, Mo., and subcontractors in the area are reaping the benefits, reports The Kansas City Star.

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Cities with major construction projects underway

Posted by IronPlanet on Mar 29, 2012 9:39:00 AM

As a result of the economic downturn, the construction industry took a hit across the country. Fortunately, things are beginning to turn around in major cities, with more projects available for contractors and construction jobs slowly on the rise.

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