If America's troops serving in the Persian Gulf are already slipping from our public consciousness, what then of the thousands who continue to serve in Korea and Europe, now more than half a century on? So too, the thousands of troops who serve far from home on bases scattered around the globe. In fact, more than 2.5 million Americans are currently serving on active duty and in the guard and reserves.

The longevity of farm and ranch operations can be determined partially by the manager's ability to develop a farm business plan, implement it, and monitor the outcome. The first step in developing the plan is to list the goals of the business. However, you should first devise the vision and mission statement to provide direction.

Wisconsin should be better known for wild rice, America's oldest crop, than cheddar. The Menominee, just one of the state's 11 American Indian nations, have harvested the grain for 10,000 years.

Nothing says Southern cooking more than fried or grilled catfish. But you don't have to live in the South to enjoy this traditional American food. U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is available in supermarkets and specialty stores nationwide. And its mild flavor and firm texture make it perfect for a variety of recipes, from the traditional fried catfish served with hush puppies to broiled or baked fish in a gourmet sauce.