Sheep conserved by program
WOOSTER, Ohio -- After winning a Border Leicester in the 2012 Youth Conservation Program, Taylor Howman, of Wooster, is now encouraging other young shepherds...
New EPA report: Initial data shows significant gains in fuel economy
WASHINGTON — The EPA released its annual report that tracks the fuel economy of vehicles sold in the United States, underscoring the major increases...
Pork producers reaffirm industry support for choice on sow housing
DES MOINES, Iowa — At the National Pork Industry Forum, pork producers approved a resolution reaffirming the industry’s position that producers should be able...
Mixed bag of drought, flooding and warm weather predicted for spring
Above-normal temperatures this spring are most likely across most of the continental U.S.
Top lot brings $36,000 bid; Ohio Holstein sale averages $3,500
BY BARB LUMLEY
SIDNEY, Ohio -- The cold temperature at the Ohio Holstein Association convention sale March 8 was soon warmed up by the large...
What should you do when you spot a coyote?
AKRON -- Ohio wildlife biologists are frequently contacted by concerned residents who spot coyotes. Yes, frequently, but this is not cause for alarm.
Coyotes are highly...
Boat registration increases in Ohio
COLUMBUS -- The number of Ohio boat registrations reached a record high for a fourth consecutive year in 2012, according to the Ohio Department...
Animal Ag Alliance to hold summit May 1-2
ARLINGTON, Va. — Early registration is available for the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 12th annual Stakeholders Summit, to be held May 1-2 in Arlington.
This year,...
Congress: No meat inspector furlough
SALEM, Ohio — The federal budget sequester that became effective March 1 still stands, but it looks like the meat industry is safe, according...
Pennsylvania transportation: Law changes may save farmers grief when moving from farm to farm
The changes in law will affect the transportation of farm implements and exempt farm trucks, trailers, and multipurpose agricultural vehicles from registration.
