Tag: agriculture
First test plot of malaria-fighting plant a success at Kentucky farm
A University of Kentucky trial studying the feasibility of growing plants used to treat malaria was successful in its first growing season.
West Virginia seeks public input at October meetings
The steering committee of the West Virginia Agriculture Advisory Board is holding 14 community meetings across the state during October.
The story behind the famous poster
Judith Sutherland shares the story behind "You been farming long?" — the most highly recognized poster of all time.
$10 million in farm tax credits available in Pennsylvania
Ten million dollars in tax credits are available to help Pennsylvania farmers prevent water pollution or purchase conservation equipment.
West Virginia to train veterans in agriculture
The Hershel Woody Williams VA Medical Center will establish a pilot program to provide agricultural training to veterans.
Higher carbon dioxide levels increase plant growth, not nutritional value
Most plants are growing faster, but they have on average more starch, less protein and fewer key vitamins in them.
Revised phosphorus index can help curb agricultural runoff
The revised Ohio Phosphorus Risk Index is a program developed to help farmers assess their risk of phosphorus moving off farm fields.
Fair board director shares love and grit of the job
This Trumbull County fair board director has been at it 30 years and says working with the youth is the best part.
Ohio group says more is needed before acting on Kasich order
The Ohio Soil and Water Commission decided to gather more information before declaring eight Ohio watersheds distressed.
Readers respond to the Farm and Food File
Allan Guebert recalls some of the feedback — both positive and negative — he's received in regards to his column this year.
