Grower groups merge to create Ohio produce growers, marketers congress
SANDUSKY, Ohio - The Ohio Fruit and Vegetable Growers Congress, an annual event highlighting the fruit and vegetable industries in Ohio, has taken on a new name.
Rate caps on electricity done Dec. 31
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - Rate caps that have kept the price of electricity relatively low are set to expire, and an energy expert in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences urges customers, such as farmers who use a lot of electricity, to be prepared to deal with higher costs.
Rehabilitating pond scum may be boon for U.S. energy
AUBURN, Ala. - A term typically reserved for society's worst miscreants may soon undergo a radical transformation.
Standardbred mares being bred drops in Ohio
COLUMBUS - Fewer standardbred mares than ever were bred in Ohio this year, a sure sign of declining horse breeding operations in the once-mighty harness racing center of the country.
Dairy labeling debate continues
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio - For Carol Goland, it's about a consumer's right to know. For Brenda Hastings, it's about not misleading those who buy dairy products.
Two counties, two vineyards
NORTON, Ohio - Andy Troutman rolls terms like cabernet sauvignon and franc, pinot grigio, chardonnay and riesling from his tongue like second nature.
Apple orchard may be hog heaven
EAST LANSING, Mich. - Casting pearls before swine may be a waste of time, but drop some apples in front of them and they may prove to be a valuable asset in an organic apple orchard.
Blemished apples have flawed appeal
AMES, Iowa - A research study published in the October 2007 issue of HortScience found that consumers don't like blemishes - on apples, that is.
Choose and care for your perfect Christmas tree with these pointers
URBANA, Ill. - Start a family tradition and think about purchasing a real Christmas tree this year. "Why should you purchase a real Christmas tree? Christmas trees remove dust and pollen from the air," said
Goats thrive on ethanol byproduct
TEMPLE HILL, Ky. - More ethanol plants projected to come on line over the next several years could result in lower feed costs for livestock producers.













