Monthly Archives: January 2011
Referendum on Sorghum Checkoff Program slated
Hello Again!Here's some news for the sorghum people in your life. The U.S.D.A. has finalized procedures for the upcoming referendum on the continuation of...
Bottled serenity could cure any illness
"I was shaken awake by a nasty wind this morning. As I headed out to the barn to begin my chores, I saw that...
Soil testing supplies useful information
Soil tests can help landowners with property planning. They are particularly beneficial when someone purchasing new property is unfamiliar with the soil types in the area.
It can be beneficial for farmers to learn to communicate with young workers
If I've heard it once, I've heard it a hundred times -- "kids today just don't work like we did." I heard that when...
Braving the not-so-great outdoors
Pity poor Chico the Chihuahua. Chico, three whole pounds of bruiser canine muscle (aka delicious morsel) was out with his owner last week when...
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of January 27, 2011
NEW GALILEE, Pa. -- Lawrence County equine 4-H group, Trail Blazers, had its first meeting of the year Jan. 18. During the meeting, members...
Vacation with us…Potts
There are few experiences that top visiting one of our country's national monuments. Dean and Martha Potts, of Woodsfield, Ohio, traveled to Mount Rushmore...
Vacation with us…Rukenbrod
Enjoying nature at its purest is a great experience. One such way is trail riding, which is what Fritz and Wendy Rukenbrod of East...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of January 27, 2011
ALBANY, Ohio -- The Alexander FFA members will take part in the FFA job interview CDE. Members that are participating are Kim Holcomb, Jacob...
Junior Duck Stamp contest showcases talent and gives a shot at scholarship
This one is for serious kids who have artistic talent, an appreciation for wildlife and the outdoors and are looking for a way to...
