Monthly Archives: June 2001
Ohio Cattleman’s Association plan summer round-up
The Round-Up to Wood County, Ohio, in July 14 will feature six producer operations, including a Holstein steer beef operation.
Muskingum River navigation system named a civil engineering landmark
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources operates and maintains the river's 150-year-old system of 10 hand-operated locks and dams - the oldest of its kind in the country.
Hummingbirds need your help this summer
Some facts and tips about hummingbirds, how to attract them and how to assist them.
Holstein Invitational winners released
Grand champion female at the District II Open Invitational Holstein Show at Tiscarawas Cpimtu Fairgrounds was the 5-year-old, Shaland Integrity Mallory, sired by Robthom Integrity, and exhibited by Hycrest Farms, Floyd Casper and family, Carrollton, Ohio.
Hartville farm gives easement to nature center
Thomas and Margaret Raff Hague of Canton have donated the development rights from their 100-acre farm in Lake Township to The Wilderness Center in Wilmot, Ohio.
Fast, inexpensive ways to lower your summer cooling bills
Suggestions are offered from the CertainTeed Home Institute.
Edible plastics for bales? Corn zein used to make wrapping films
An Illinois researcher has created an edible, biodegradable corn zein film that has plastic qualities and is highly water-resistant.
Debunking myths about medicine during Civil War
The Battle of Gettysburg was the turning point of the war and of the way huge numbers of wounded were cared for.
Crossbreeding for traits = profits
Choice of breeds to be used in the cross depend on several factors, including the resources of the operation (the optimum level of milk production they can support) and the marketing program for the calf crop (specifically the targeted carcass merit endpoint).
Coshocton Co. ag enterprises on young farmer tour
The Ohio Young Farmers summer tour will take place in Coshocton County July 20-22, featuring trucking, produce, cheese and dairy.
