Yale University studies fracking in Barnesville
A Yale University research team will be stationed in Barnesville, Ohio, as they study the effects of fracturing fluids and waste on residential water and air quality.
Field Notes: Ohio CSA, shale update
In this week's episode of Field Notes, we visit the Eli Yoder family's Blossom Acres Farm in Coshocton County, Ohio. The Yoders sell their produce to big city consumers in and around Columbus. Plus, the latest Utica and Marcellus shale update is out.
Coshocton County grower blossoms in the city, thanks to CSA
Community supported agriculture, or CSA, has helped this Coshocton County grower reach the big market.
TransCanada buys Columbia Pipeline
The acquisition will make Columbia an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of TransCanada.
Manure expo coming to Ohio in August
The North American Manure Expo is coming to Ohio, and will share the latest science on nutrient management.
5 tips for child safety on the farm
Farm children start working on the farm from a young age, but making sure they are taking on farm tasks they can handle can help prevent farm accidents.
Harrison County Fair youth show livestock champions
The 2016 Harrison County Fair market livestock sale was held July 8. The sale totaled $356,394.70 with a total of 478 animals crossing through the ring.
Athlete from Stark County dairy bikes cross-country to help sister
Calling themselves the "Runaway Interns," Nick Thomas and his friend biked cross-country to raise funds for an illness his sister has.
Fescue toxicosis can lead to summer slump in livestock
Summertime tends to be peak time for fungus-related problems from fescue grass.
NOAA predicts smaller Lake Erie algae bloom, but still concerned
Experts predict a smaller algae bloom on Lake Erie this year, but say nutrient loading still needs reduced.
