Still time to attend grazing conference
DuBOIS, Pa. — Due to the high level of interest in this year’s grazing conference, the registration deadline for the 12th annual Northwest Pennsylvania...
Obama: Cut direct farm payments
SALEM, Ohio -- The Washington winds shifted subtly with the release of the Obama administration's first budget proposal for the U.S. Department of Agriculture.The...
National collection helping to preserve heirloom sheep breeds
WASHINGTON -- What do the Agricultural Research Service, George Washington's Mount Vernon home and Colonial Williamsburg, Va., have in common? Here's a hint: The...
Ohio corn growers join new coalition
WASHINGTON -- Corn producers from 10 states, including Ohio, have formed a new group to work with policymakers in Washington. The new Corn Farmers...
Initiative helps producers meet consumer demand for ‘green’ products
ROSEMONT, Ill. -- The dairy industry unveiled a major initiative to help reduce on-farm expenses while meeting a growing consumer demand for environmentally friendly...
Feed and grain summit held in Harrisburg, Pa.
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Industry professionals interested in taking an active role in developing regional policies and an action plan relating to feed and grain...
Are wind turbines an energy option in Mahoning Valley?
CANFIELD, Ohio — Are wind turbine systems a practical alternative energy source for residents in the Mahoning Valley?
An informational seminar will be held...
Dope busted for transporting marijuana
Man from British Columbia arrested for hauling drugs in cattle trailer
SUMAS, Wash. — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Sumas port of...
Make your own cheese at workshop
JEFFERSON, Ohio — Enhance your dairy operation with a farmstead cheese business with the aid of an Ohio State University Extension cheese-making workshop.
The workshop...
Ice cutting a tradition for Amish
HOWARD, Ohio — They say it’s an ill wind that doesn’t blow somebody some good. This cold January has certainly helped the fuel dealers, and it has put a thick layer of ice on farm ponds.
