A roundup of FFA news for the week of Jan. 7, 2010
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio -- Four members of Zane Trace High School's FFA chapter competed at the state level in the Food Science and Technology Career...
‘Family farming’ has deep roots for Mount Gilead, Ohio dairy
MOUNT GILEAD, Ohio -- The phrase "family farm" has a very significant meaning for 27-year-old Andy Creswell and his family's farm in Ohio's Morrow...
Taiwan closes door to some U.S. beef
WASHINGTON -- Despite a recent agreement to allow a full reopening of the Taiwan market to U.S. beef, Taiwanese lawmakers announced Jan. 5 that...
Wind turbine powers the way for Ohio produce grower
REEDSBURG, Ohio -- It may take a few years to pay for itself, but produce grower Monica Bongue has her sight set on wind...
Steps to take to ensure your newborn foal’s health
Learning foal behavior can determine healthy behavior from problems on the rise.
Ultrasound and artificial insemination techniques improve sheep breeding
DUBOIS, Idaho -- Bred for meat as well as wool, sheep have been part of the American landscape since colonial times. Now, advances in...
A new partnership sets sights on reducing fraud in farm programs
WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is partnering with the Internal Revenue Service to reduce fraud in farm programs and streamlining...
Land conservancy groups join together
CHESTERLAND, Ohio — Western Reserve Land Conservancy, the state’s largest land trust, became even larger when Grand River Partners officially became part of the...
New Regulations for Medicated Feeds
Two changes in federal regulations will affect medicated feeds, including milk replacer, beginning early next year.
Power of mind can help with diet resolution
WASHINGTON -- The fleeting thought of a candy bar is often enough to inspire a powerful sweet tooth. But if people go through the...
