Monthly Archives: March 2001
Messenger Century Farm preserves maple syrup producing tradition.
The sugarhouse on the farm Bill and Dee Belew bought in 1992 is one of the oldest in Geauga County. The base of the evaporator dates back to the 1800s.
Maple producers think it will be a sweet year for production
Frank and Virginia Goodell market maple syrup from the Mantua, Ohio, farm that has been in production since 1825. Other producers say they know about everything there is to know about the industry.
Protesters deny more serious risk
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on the idea that some people in Vermont are protesting the USDA's plan to euthanize sheep possibly exposed to mad cow disease.
Pa. Holstein sale averages $3,177
Pennsylvania Holstein convention sale was Feb. 22 at the Radisson Inn in West Middlesex.
Pa. Holstein breeders honor John Cope
The Pennsylvania Holstein Association held its annual awards banquet during the association's annual convention Feb. 21-23.
