Ohio State scientists work to bring back the bobwhite
COLUMBUS -- Researchers at Ohio State University are working to help the birds come back. Wildlife ecologist Bob Gates and graduate students Adam Janke, Mauri Liberati and Mark Wiley are studying the northern bobwhite -- a disappearing native quail -- with an eye on improving its habitat, especially in winter.
U.S. economy showing growth, but some vulnerabilities do remain
CHERRY HILL, N.J. and PORTLAND, Maine -- Despite encouraging signs of progress over the last few months, the U.S. economic recovery remains vulnerable, according to a report released today by TD Economics, an affiliate of TD Bank.
Remember Cash for Clunkers? It was a dud
ITHACA, N.Y. -- The 2009 Cash for Clunkers federal vehicle trade-in program was a clunker itself. A new study found the program would have been more effective with higher fuel economy requirements for new vehicles and different vehicle-age thresholds for various types of trade-in vehicles.
Invasive weeds may be partially to blame for flooding along U.S. rivers
LAWRENCE, Kan. -- Scientists say invasive weeds are overrunning many vital "riparian" lands -- the ecologically diverse natural habitats that run along the millions of miles of our nation's waterways and help to prevent or moderate flooding.
Disease-causing strains of Fusarium prevalent in bathroom sinks
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- In the first extensive survey of its kind, researchers in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences sampled nearly 500 sink drains from 131 buildings -- including businesses, homes, university dormitories and public facilities -- in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and California.
Soybean yield and quality contest winners announced
WORTHINGTON, Ohio -- The 2011 Ohio Soybean Yield and Quality Contest had a total of 128 applicants in its second year running.
Weed killer Atrazine aids conservation tillage
GREENSBORO, N.C. -- According to a new study by Paul D. Mitchell, ag economist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the herbicide atrazine benefits U.S. corn, sorghum and sugar cane farmers by up to $3.3 billion annually, thanks to increased yield, decreased cost and reduced soil erosion.
Rare swine breeds: Are heritage hogs the next niche market?
PITTSBORO, N.C. -- In the world of local niche foods, raising heritage livestock is becoming just as popular as growing heirloom fruits and vegetables.
Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference set for Feb. 9-11 in Mich.
ELSIE, Mich. -- The 10th annual Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference will take place Feb. 9-11 at the Soaring Eagle Resort, Casino and Conference Center in Mount Pleasant.
A roundup of FFA news for the week of Dec. 29, 2011:
JEROMESVILLE, Ohio -- The Hillsdale FFA chapter's Food Science and Technology team, Sarah Bookman, Jordan Haas, Megan Poynter, and Logan Garber, competed Nov. 21...
