Despite economy, organic farming conference proves successful
SPRING VALLEY, Wis. -- During this economic recession, when many other industries have dropping numbers, organic food is still increasing in both sales and...
Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference posts record attendance
COLUMBUS -- With rising crop input costs affecting the production bottom line, more farmers are recognizing the economic value and environmental benefits of conservation...
Getting through tough times: What to do about the stock market
URBANA, Ill. -- If you have money in the stock market, chances are you're anxious about your investments. Should you act? And what exactly...
The risk of anesthesia to pets
Whether a patient is human or animal, there are always risks associated with anesthesia during surgery. However, several studies have shown the risk of...
Conservation program available in watershed
MILLERSBURG, Ohio -- As part of a civil penalty imposed by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, Guggisberg Cheese Inc. will provide $50,000 in funding...
Auction Roundup — Farm equipment, machinery bring high bids at auctions
Kiko Auctioneers and Realtors of Canton, Ohio, held the seventh annual machinery and consignment auction Feb. 21 at Witmer's Inc. of Columbiana, Ohio. The...
Auction Roundup — Valentine’s Day auctions bring high bids
Troth Auctioneering of Ashland, Ohio, held an auction Feb. 14 at the Ashland County Fairgrounds. The sale was called by auctioneer Britton Troth and...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of March 5, 2009
WELLINGTON, Ohio — The Wellington FFA chapter has been very active working on officer books, proficiency awards, state degree applications, FFA Week, and numerous...
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of March 5, 2009
NEW RUMLEY, Ohio — Members of the New Rumley 4-H club reorganized recently at the Rumley Township Community Hall.
Election of officers was held...
Geography, timing, stress can affect antioxidants in cancer-fighting foods
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Black raspberries contain cancer-fighting properties, but how much those compounds benefit the consumer may depend on environmental factors and cultural practices.Small-fruit...
