Shooting the breeze about wind energy
LONDON, Ohio - Summer breezes aren't traditionally associated with energy production, but a growing number of consumers and researchers are finding out that wind can do more than just cool us down on a hot day.
Women in ag conference in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. - Women involved in agriculture or those interested in agriculture, rural living and local foods should attend the annual conference of the Kentucky Women in Agriculture, Oct.
Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns resigns; Charles Conner is replacement
SALEM, Ohio - The son of a dairy farmer left Washington, D.C., last week, walking away from what he called a 'dream come true' to follow his heart home to Nebraska.
Ashland SWCD awards excellence
A sign recognizing him as 2006 Cooperator of the Year was presented to Mike Sloan during the 63rd annual meeting of the Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District held at the Ashland County Career Center recently.
Arson suspected in Stark Co. barn fire
SALEM, Ohio - Arson is suspected and an investigation is under way after a 155-year-old bank barn in Stark County burned to the ground Sept.
ODA files appeal to stop Ohio Fresh Eggs from getting permits back
By Andrea Zippay SALEM, Ohio - The Ohio Department of Agriculture continues its fight with Ohio Fresh Eggs, this time filing a court appeal to keep the farm from getting its permits back.
Alpaca farms celebrate breed with special event
LOUISVILLE, Ohio - Have you ever wondered what things make alpacas go "Hmmm"? When and where. Learn this and more when you visit a local alpaca farm to celebrate the first-ever "National Alpaca Farm Day" Sept.
Angus lovers led 124 entries in W.Va.
LEWISBURG, W.Va. - Angus enthusiasts led 124 entries at the 2007 State Fair of West Virginia Roll of Victory Angus Show Aug.
Antlerless deer permit is new for 2007-2008 season
COLUMBUS - The antlerless deer permit, new for the 2007-2008 hunting season, allows hunters the opportunity to harvest up to seven deer in Ohio, according to the
By the way, Governor …
Harold Bateson, a farmer-member of the USDA Farm Service Agency state committee, catches the ear of Ohio Gov.