Ohio leads national drive to build sheep numbers
The national program, "Let's Grow with twoPLUS," calls for current sheep producers to increase their flocks by two head per 100 and increase their average birth rate to two lambs per year.
World Dairy Expo hosts six successful breed sales
MADISON, Wis. -- Throughout the week of the World Dairy Expo, five breed sales were held. The sales kicked off with the Top of the World Jersey sale, which sold 30 lots and averaged $3,315.
Hog production on the rise from 2010
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio -- Hog production in Ohio, Pennsylvania and the entire United States appears to be climbing.
Swine insurance program available for Pennsylvania producers
HARRISBURG, Pa. --A new risk management tool is available for Pennsylvania swine producers who want to protect their gross margin on swine sold for slaughter.
Angus board approves long-range plan
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. -- With an eye toward the future, the American Angus Association Board of Directors approved a 5-to-10-year plan outlining strategies aimed at benefiting all users of Angus genetics, from members to commercial cattlemen to consumers.
Gov. Corbett establishes council to strengthen dairy industry in Pa.
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett has established a dairy leadership council that will help ensure that state government meets the needs of Pennsylvania's nearly $2 billion dairy industry.
Test identifies Red Angus who carry marble bone disease
WASHINGTON -- A new test that detects a rare and deadly bone disorder in Red Angus is now available to cattle producers, thanks to U.S. Department of Agriculture scientists.
Horticulturist suggests creating a backyard trellis for growing grapes
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. -- Good fences make for good neighbors, especially if the fence provides fresh, homegrown fruit every year.
Penn State offers risk management program for women in farming
Responding to a need for education designed to help women manage business risks and enhance the financial viability of their agricultural operations, Penn State Extension will offer a workshop series to be held at six locations across Pennsylvania.
Kasich at Farm Science Review: Agriculture is base of economic growth
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LONDON, Ohio -- Ohio Gov. John Kasich wants a strong agriculture industry in the state....
