Monthly Archives: May 2014
Spring planting requires increased focus on safety
As spring planting heats up, remember to be safe.
Gardening boom: One in 3 U.S. households is now growing food
Near 36 million American households are growing food in a garden — the highest level of food gardening in more than a decade
Retail meat prices: Up, up and away
As grilling season approaches, expect to pay more for your favorite cuts.
Columbiana County: 500 youth attend annual field day
Students from across Columbiana County gathered to attend the annual field day hosted by the Columbiana County fairboard and the OSU Extension.
Start scouting for pests
WOOSTER, Ohio — A migrating moth that can cause significant stand loss in corn is just one of the pests growers should be on...
NRCS starts signup for conservation easements; deadline is June 6
Applications for new farm bill program due June 6.
GMO vs. Non-GMO: Panel discusses what it means
A panel of farmers, the Ohio Farm Bureau and a seed dealer gathered to discuss the controversy surrounding GMO vs. Non-GMO.
Ag in the Class visits Wayne County, Ohio
Wayne County fifth graders hear about where their food comes from during Farm Bureau event.
Ceremonial surprise
‘Tis the season of wedding invitations. They rain like celebratory rice (or birdseed for the eco-minded) from the mailbox, email and social media. “Save...
Hilcorp Energy: Forced pooling fight continues in Pa.
Some legal wrangling has stalled the the first-ever spacing order application for an unconventional shale gas well.
