Ohio budget ‘fair’ to agriculture; SWCD funding is restored
The Ohio budget passed by the legislature looks similar to the one passed in 2010-2011.
Deadline approaches for farmers to apply for USDA Value-Added Producer Grants
WASHINGTON -- The USDA recently released a notice inviting farmers to apply for Value-Added Producer Grants. The notice combines two year's worth of funding for the program, making $37 million available for new value-added projects. Project proposals are due by August 29.
Atwood Lodge will not reopen, building to be razed
NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO -- The financially strapped Atwood Lake Resort and Conference Center will not reopen and the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District will focus on development of the future recreational use of the 500-acre property located in Carroll County.
Venango County woman charged in black bear killing
FRANKLIN, Pa. -- Pennsylvania Game Commission officials recently announced Kelly Lynn Welch, 39, of Victory Road in Polk, Venango County, was charged with unlawfully...
Ellsworth Fire Department plans anniversary event
ELLSWORTH, Ohio -- The Ellsworth Fire Department will celebrate 60 years of volunteer fire and rescue services with a formal program of remembrance and...
EPA finalizes E15 pump labeling requirements
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued fuel pump labeling and other requirements for gasoline blends containing more than 10 and up to...
Pioneer experts: Bunker management offers bottom-line advantages
DES MOINES, Iowa -- Growing conditions determine fiber digestibility, and the right combination of weather conditions make for an optimum silage crop, say experts...
Expert says grip strength is important indicator of overall health in patients
STORRS, Conn. -- When Richard Bohannon does physical therapy with his stroke and cancer patients, the one thing he always makes sure to check...
Outlook for pork uncertain until corn prices drop, stabilize
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Pork producers are maintaining the size of the breeding herd in the face of a very uncertain financial outlook. This...
Carroll County and OSU Extension hire 4-H program coordinator
Carroll County 4-H youth will have a program coordinator for this year’s fair set for July 18-24.
