U.S. EPA report shows concern over fire at Statoil Utica shale well
OEPA report claims fracking company delayed providing information after well fire. Halliburton's response: 'If they had asked earlier, we would have provided the information,'
Twenty minutes with organic grain farmer Dean McIlvaine
Growing organic grain is a challenge, especially across 850 acres.
Cooper Farms acquires Fort Recovery Equity
Cooper Farms grows with purchases.
Ashtabula County Junior Fair auction brings in more than $300,000
The 2014 Ashtabula County Fair junior fair market livestock sale brought in more than $300,000 for the county's youth.
Toxic water affects some plants more than others
The Toledo Blade reports that water tainted with toxins from algal blooms is considered safe for some garden plants, but not all of them.
Low-interest loans can help producers start or expand farms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Pennsylvania Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director, Bill Wehry, announced Aug. 6 that farmers and ranchers still have time to apply for low interest 2014 loans available through FSA’s direct farm ownership program.
Project helping Ohio communities avert bust after shale boom
COLUMBUS — Boom, then bust. It’s a scenario often played out in local economies heavily reliant on one type of industry, especially in the...
Preserving food with boiling water canning and pressure canning
There are two ways to preserve food: using a boiling water canner or using a pressure canner.
Wildflowers planted to boost Ohio bee population
In response to the decreasing bee population, the Ohio Department of Transportation has planted wildflowers along a state route to provide food for bees.
Pastures and pipelines: Projects are not as simple as you think
The scope of a pipeline company's activities may impact your farm operation for a long time to come. Don't rush anything, and get it in writing! Tips for landowners.
