Bullish on renewables: First Earth Day organizer still going green
GOLDEN, Colo. -- Earth Day Founder Denis Hayes had a roller coaster ride as head of the Solar Energy Research Institute 30 years ago,...
Proposed regulations for small meat processors could present hardship
New regulations proposed by the USDA could put some meat processors out of business.
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of April 22, 2010
ROGERS, Ohio -- Country Friends 4-H group met April 5 in the dining hall at Rogers Community Auction. Members reported the March square dance...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of April 22, 2010
JEROMESVILLE, Ohio -- The Hillsdale FFA team placed third at the 2010 state agronomy contest.Individually, Jeff Stimmell placed fourth; Emily Bon placed fifth; Hannah...
Why not plant a seed for the future?
Yesterday, I had the good fortune to be working in our small woodland on an absolutely perfect spring day. If I would have sat...
Youth need the foundation 4-H provides
Editor:
I send this note to express to you and others my concerns about the loss of funding for our county 4-H program.
All four of...
Biotech crops helpful, but take management to remain effective
WASHINGTON -- Many U.S. farmers who grow genetically modified crops are realizing substantial economic and environmental benefits -- lower production costs, fewer pest problems,...
Kentucky moves ahead to create an oversight board system for livestock
Ohio is not alone in its efforts to create a board to oversee livestock standards.
DOT regulations meeting slated for May 3 in Mercer
MERCER, Pa. -- A motor carrier enforcement officer from the Pennsylvania State Police will hold an informational session on the current trucking/trailer laws and...
Barnesville Livestock Auction comes up short in custodial account
A court date has not been set to hear a USDA complaint filed against Barnesville Livestock.
