Keep switchgrass in mind for biomass uses
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Camelina isn't the only alternative biomass crop that makes sense in this area.Ernst Conservation Seeds, based in Meadville, Pa., is...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of Feb. 5, 2009
ALBANY, Ohio — Members of the Alexander FFA chapter participated in a CPR course Jan. 13-20. The course was taught by members of the...
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of Feb. 5, 2009
WARREN, Ohio — The Trumbull County 4-H Dairy Judging Club held its monthly meeting Jan. 25 at the Trumbull County Ag Center.
Club advisers...
Vet check: A look at the shortage of food animal vets
SALEM, Ohio — Recovering from a flurry of phone calls and swamped workdays — problem calvings, twisted stomachs, downed cows — Jason Marteney...
A whole new ballgame for cattle prices
World economic conditions are now the dominant driving force for cattle prices, according to a Purdue University Extension marketing specialist.
“In the old days,...
Camelina crop may save the day for northwest Pa. farmers, landowners
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- A rather low-budget, low-input crop may be a boon to northwest Pennsylvania farmers.Camelina sativa, an oilseed from the Brassica family,...
Stan Hywet Hall holds historic home workshops
AKRON — Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens is offering a series of five workshops designed to educate and engage the historic building enthusiast.
Historic...
Ohio Maple Days: There’s so much to say about syrup
KIDRON, Ohio -- As technology improves, our production practices tend to change. Whether you're milking cows or growing apples, it's natural to check out...
Bison sale attracts 107 entries
DENVER -- The National Bison Association's Gold Trophy show and sale attracted 107 animals Jan. 24 at the National Western Stock Show in Denver,...
Schmack BioEnergy acquires company
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Schmack BioEnergy, a Cleveland-based waste management and renewable energy company, has acquired Biogas Technologies Unlimited, LLC, a biogas upgrade technology company....
