A roundup of FFA news for the week of Sept. 24, 2015
This week's FFA news includes updates from the West Holmes FFA of Millersburg and Hillsdale FFA of Jeromesville.
Meadow Grove Farm: For Dan Hartzell, it’s not just family history, it’s a way...
The Hartzell family broke ground for an addition to the freestall barn last fall and wrapped up construction this spring. The goal is to increase the herd to 300 Holsteins.
West Virginia leases 9,000 acres for elk reintroduction
The acreage will be leased in Logan and McDowell counties, which is where a major part of the new "elk zone" will be located.
Industrial hemp farm research making progress
Cannabinoid field trial and harvesting research underway in Kentucky.
Cover crops may hold benefits: Veteran Columbiana County farmer likes what he sees
A group of 25 area farmers were hosted at the Jim Skeels farm in Lisbon Sept. 17 during a meeting of the Crop Production Partners.
Hog sale raises funds for cystic fibrosis
In honor of his cousin, 16-year-old Isaac Klingman decided to donate all of the proceeds to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation from his hog at the Wayne County Fair.
Student debt and leadership are hot topics at Farm Science Review luncheon
Ohio State ag students might find more money through scholarships if the dean has his way.
Rainfall and water quality on minds at Farm Science Review
Heavy spring rains led to another year of compromised water quality.
Roger Rennekamp tapped to lead Ohio State University Extension
A new leader for the Ohio State University Extension was announced at the Farm Science Review.
Thousand Cankers disease major threat to black walnut trees
The crowns of trees affected by Thousand Canker Disease begin dying and the tree eventually succumbs. But in Michigan, where the disease has not been detected, scammers are on the prowl.
