Fracking permanently banned in Pennsylvania’s Delaware River basin
The Delaware River Basin Commission approved a permanent ban on hydraulic fracturing, impacting the Marcellus Shale gas fields in northeast Pennsylvania.
Satellite technology to help dairy graziers with pasture management
Organic Valley is testing out new technology using satellite imagery to measure pasture health with 22 farms, including five in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Range Resources fined $294,000 by Pa. DEP
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection fined Range Resources for listing wells as inactive that should have been abandoned and plugged.
Roundup of FFA news for Feb. 25, 2021
Catch up on local FFA news from Black River FFA, West Holmes FFA and Zane Trace FFA.
Pa. dairy award winners selected
Four dairy professionals were awarded in the 2021 Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Awards at the virtual Pennsylvania Dairy Summit.
The Ohio Wildlife Council hears 2021 deer and turkey proposals
Proposed hunting seasons that begin in fall 2021 for white-tailed deer, wild turkey and small game were presented to the Ohio Wildlife Council Feb. 10.
Food programs focusing on those impacted by pandemic
The Voices for Food project has facilitated community gardens, renovated food pantries and launched food councils in four Ohio counties.
Applications are due March 31 for youth hunt
Geauga Park District is offering a turkey hunting opportunity this spring within its Longo and Farley properties.
Roundup of 4-H news for Feb. 25, 2021
Catch up on local 4-H news from Geauga Beef and Swine 4-H Club and Next Generation 4-H Club.
USDA clarifies rules for buying and selling seeds
The USDA is providing additional guidance to help online buyers and sellers comply with U.S. laws when they import seeds and live plants.
