Ohioans can speak out on proposed FSA office closures
Farmers can weigh in on proposed Farm Service Agency office closures in person, or by mail/email.
Eastern Ohio meetings offer pipeline easement information
Sessions also cover tax management strategies for landowners.
USDA reminds producers of sign-up dates for 2012
WASHINGTON, -- Enrollment for the 2012 Direct and Counter-cyclical Program (DCP) and the Average Crop Revenue Election Program (ACRE) began Jan. 23. The last day for producers to sign up for either program will be June 1.
USDA announces new conservation assistance funding is now available
COLUMBUS -- USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Ohio State Conservationist Terry Cosby has announced the availability of Wetlands Reserve Enhancement Program (WREP) funding.
Pork producers symposium to be held in Columbus at Ohio Pork Congress
COLUMBUS -- The annual Professional Pork Producers Symposium will be held during the 2012 Ohio Pork Congress Feb. 8 at the Crowne Plaza North in Columbus.
Richard Kiko wins Lifetime Achievement Award
CANTON, Ohio -- The Stark County Association of REALTORS® honored Richard T. Kiko Sr. with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding accomplishments in the real estate industry and community.
AFBF recognizes young farmers and ranchers
HONOLULU -- Winners of the Young Farmers & Ranchers Achievement Award, discussion meet and excellence in agriculture competitions were announced recently at the American Farm Bureau Federation's 93rd annual meeting.
Burton plans tree tapping event, pancake breakfast
BURTON, Ohio -- The Burton Chamber Of Commerce will hold the fourth Tree Tapping Ceremony Feb. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly event is a hands on experience.
Mammoth radish sets W. Va. state record
CHARLESTON, W. Va. -- Michael R. Tolley of Hico, W.Va., has set a state record with a radish that tipped the scales at 13.27 pounds.
Restoration of the American chestnut is meeting focus
NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO -- The Feb. 1 meeting of the East Central Ohio Forestry Association (ECOFA) will feature Dr. Greg Miller of The American Chestnut Foundation.
