Fossil of new ‘big cat’ species discovered
The oldest big cat fossil ever found -- which fills in a significant gap in the fossil record -- was discovered on a paleontological dig in Tibet, scientists recently announced.
Alumni gifts provide ag sciences students with scholarship, program support
Students in the College of Agricultural Sciences will benefit due to financial gifts from alumni of the college.
Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett declares Jan. 9 ‘Cooperative Extension Day’
Pennsylvania's governor proclaimed Jan. 9 Cooperative Extension Day, in recognition of the 100 years since the formation of the land grant outreach program started by the Smith-Lever Act.
Pa. Farm Show panel: Ag and natural gas industries need more collaboration
From 2013-2030, shale gas production will increase by 65 percent, and in 2030, it will account for 48 percent of the total U.S. natural gas supply.
California poultry plant closed over infestation
The USDA suspended operations at Foster Farms poultry plant in Livingston, California on Wednesday because of a cockroach investigation, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Is rural America struggling? Rural population decline reflects impact of recession
As America continues its slow, but steady, economic recovery, some parts of the country are being left behind, according to the USDA's report Rural America at a Glance.
Senate passes Veterinary Medicine Mobility Act
Legislation will allow veterinarians to legally carry and dispense controlled substances to protect the health and welfare of the nation's animals.
OSU Extension offering three-session webinar forage production school
Registration is now open for the OSU Extension Forage Production School, which will be presented as a three-session webinar program in six locations around Ohio.
Best of the Buckeye program offers marketing opportunity
Seedstock breeders are encouraged to take advantage of an enhanced marketing opportunity through the Best of the Buckeye program beginning in the 2014 show season, hosted by the Ohio Cattlemen's Association in conjunction with the Ohio Beef Expo and the Ohio State Fair.
Marcellus and Utica shale: Dec. permit hot spot: Belmont County
There were seven permits issued in Belmont County during December, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
