Hindmans show four of the six top Holsteins at northwest Pa. show
BROOKVILLE, Pa. - The Northwest Pa. Championship Holstein Show was held Aug. 5 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Brookville, Pa.
Virus linked to Thoroughbred abortion epidemic
CORVALLIS, Ore. - A new study by veterinary researchers at Oregon State University has linked a major epidemic of abortion a few years ago in Kentucky Thoroughbred mares to infection with vesivirus.
Wayne County fair volunteers honored
WOOSTER, Ohio - This year, Pete Armstrong celebrated his 20th year as secretary/treasurer of the Wayne County Agricultural Society with a couple hundred of his closest friends as part of the annual Wayne County Fair Appreciation Night.
Hookstown supporters dig deep for $100,000
HOOKSTOWN, Pa. - Only 126 animals went through the sale ring at this year's Hookstown Fair, but the sale total reflects a much larger community support.
State fair champions pass drug tests
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio - For the third consecutive year, all grand and reserve grand champion livestock exhibits at the 2006 Ohio State fair were confirmed free of illegal drugs.
From bugs to butterflies
AKRON, Ohio - As half a dozen butterflies flit around Fran LeMasters' back yard on a sunny summer afternoon, she casually names the different species darting among the plants.
Where’s nearest E85 station?
WASHINGTON - The National Corn Growers Association and the National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition are teaming up to provide a tool that allows flex fuel vehicle (FFV) owners to pinpoint gas stations that sell E85 simply by entering a ZIP code or location.
Sale numbers fly high again in Portage County
RANDOLPH, Ohio - Four Portage County Fair livestock sale records bit the dust Aug. 26 and helped boost total sale revenue to a new high.
Ashland Farm Bureau salutes success
ASHLAND, Ohio - Ashland County Farm Bureau recognized members for their efforts during the program year and determined policies for the coming year during the farm group's annual meeting at Maple Grove Church.
Electrified fences just fine for Villas
WINDSOR, Ohio - If Ignacio Villa was a rich man, he says he'd build miles and miles of solid and sturdy fencing.
