Kasich picks Zehringer as new Ohio director of agriculture
Ohio Gov.-elect John Kasich selected state Rep. Jim Zehringer to serve as the director of agriculture in his new administration.
Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board: I’d like a look at Option Three, please
By CHARLES WILDMANThe Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board is faced with an interesting challenge in the coming weeks. Let me attempt to describe it...
Carroll County 4-H backers trying to find some way to keep program going
Many in Carroll County are hoping funding can be found for OSU Extension office or 4-H program.
GIPSA alleges Ohio livestock company violated the Packers and Stockyards Act
DANVILLE, Ohio — An Ohio livestock company has reportedly failed to pay for livestock they purchased. The USDA’s Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration...
Receiver appointed for Eastern Livestock
SALEM, Ohio — After a total of $94 million in unpaid livestock transitions, the Eastern Livestock Company of Albany, Ind., is facing some legal...
Popularity of dairy sheep operations growing in all parts of the country
By SUSAN MYKRANTZContributing writerWOOSTER, Ohio -- When dairy sheep arrived on the agricultural radar screen in the early 1990s, many flocks were located in...
Wheat survey to assess head scab risk
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Ohio State University Extension plant pathologists are asking wheat growers, millers, bakers and grain handlers for their input on a multi-state...
Ideal grape growing conditions result in good yield for eastern U.S. vintners
By DARRIN YOUKERContributing writerWine makers have good reason to raise a glass this year. A hot, dry, summer has led to some of the...
Wayne County 4-H honors outstanding members and volunteers at banquet
By SUSAN MYKRANTZContributing writerORRVILLE, Ohio -- -The recipients of the 2010 Wayne County Excellence in 4-H Award and Meritorious Service Award were recognized Nov....
Webinar addresses state regulations pertaining to Marcellus Shale drilling
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- As the natural-gas drilling boom into the deep Marcellus Shale formation has unfolded, state regulators have become increasingly aware of...
