Panel of experts review ag competition workshops at Farmers Convention
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- At National Farmers Convention 2011 in Kansas City, Mo. a slate of nationally-known agricultural experts examined last year's five USDA-DOJ...
Roundup of FFA news for Nov. 14, 2019
Catch up on local FFA news from Black River FFA, Edon FFA, Northwestern FFA, United FFA, Loudonville FFA, Norwayne FFA and more.
Ongoing beef dispute: Judge dismisses checkoff challenge
CENTENNIAL, Colo. - A suit brought by Steve and Jeanne Charter challenging the constitutionality of the beef checkoff program was dismissed Oct.
If it says ‘Angus,’ is it really Angus?
WASHINGTON - The USDA has approved ViaGen's DNA verified beef program, AnguSure, which uses genetic testing to verify the genetic heritage of animals sold as "Angus.
Stark Co. home to generation after generation of family showmen
For some families, curly hair is the predominant genetic characteristic. For this family, however, that trait is 4-H.
BBB offers advice to consumers if retailer goes broke
YOUNGSTOWN — As a result of the declining economy, the number of retailers closing their doors has increased substantially, leaving confused shoppers wondering what...
The science of living longer, lots longer
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on another passing year for Farm and Dairy and marvels at experiencing history through its pages.
Farm bill is hot topic for Farm Bureau
WASHINGTON - Some things are fine just the way they are. The 2002 farm bill is one of those things, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
We love the butterflies, but hate the skunks: Dealing with wildlife in garden
Unless they are decorative and made of plastic or cement, wildlife in the garden can present a challenge.
Penn State’s first online beef sale is a success
Penn State University's Department of Animal Science grossed $62,350 on 15 live lots and three embryo lots in its first inline production sale.
