China hogs all the pork imports
DENVER — China’s overseas purchases and imports of pork and pork products in calendar year 2008 were unprecedented for any single country in history,...
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,...
