Stories by Other News

Joint custody can work if parents agree to cooperate

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

Parents must develop strategies for successfully negotiating issues, such as guidance and discipline, respecting each other, and keeping children out of the middle.

Managing forage for hay production good way to manage manure use, too

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

Some grasses can be grown so as to optimize the uptake of a nutrient such as phosphorus from the soil.

Market Outlook: Corn and bean confusion

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

The market never really forgets about the demand side of the price equation.

New charges against Buckeye for noxious flies

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

New contempt of court charged lodged against Buckeye Egg Farm include counts of new fly outbreaks, storm water discharge, and failure to comply with disposal of eggwash requirements.

Ohio Fruit Growers Summer tour targets just one farm

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

The Patterson Fruit Farm at Chesterland, Ohio, is a sixth generation fruit farm growing 45 acres of apples and strawberries, with a farm market, bakery, and gift room, and a seven-week Family Fun Fest in the fall.

Ohio Natural Resources Hall of Fame deadline near

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

The ONR Hall of Fame inducts individuals, past and present, who have made significant contributions to Ohio’s natural resources through management practices, environmental education or scientific achievement.

Ohio wheat growers: Be on the lookout

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

Powdery mildew is present in certain fields of susceptible varieties in north central and northeast sections of the state.

Postal rates going up again

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

The cost of postage raised on just about everything except the first-class stamp, that went up in January.

Practicing phenology: The art of gardening in rhythm with nature

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

Phenology is a field of science concerned with the timing of natural living processes with weather events over a period of years. Studies in phenology focus on when plants bud, flower and fruit; when insects emerge; when frogs get active in spring; when lakes freeze and thaw; and when birds migrate.

Price reporting creates confusion

Thursday, May 17, 2001 by Other News

The switch to Mandatory Price Reporting for livestock sales data has been rocky, but the new system has the potential to provide more detailed information price information, segmented by livestock weights and quality levels.