Scientists weigh in on livestock cloning
SAVOY, Ill. - More than 200 scientists have signed a public statement in support of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's draft risk assessment on the safety of food from cloned animals and their conventionally-bred offspring.
Secrest Arboretum to host free events through the fall
WOOSTER, Ohio - Ohio State University's Secrest Arboretum in Wooster will began its 2007 schedule of free public events with Plant Discovery Day May 5.
Spanish edition of ag thesaurus released
Spray safely when applying pesticides and herbicides
ATHENS, Ga. - When this year's pests invade your yard, keep safety in mind before you start spraying pesticides.
Water, water everywhere, and yes, the fruit tree will drink
URBANA, Ill. - Fruit trees may be planted in early spring as soon as the ground can be worked, said a University of Illinois Extension horticulture specialist.
At 4-H camp? Go ahead and flush
WINDSOR, Ohio - It wasn't quite as bad as the inside of a portable toilet on an August afternoon, but the aging septic system at
You’re fired: Propane flaming aids weed control
WOOSTER, Ohio - Killing weeds with a propane flamer, a practice that works in organic row crops, can help in certain vegetables, too.
After the harvest
CANTON, Ohio - On an overcast Saturday last fall, Ronnie Wendell and a small crew of workers headed out to the apple orchard.
Farm labor rules:
SALEM, Ohio - Though it's still May, chances are you're already thinking ahead to the myriad things that need done on the farm this summer.
Another reason to quit: Tobacco virus kills plants
MANHATTAN, Kan. - If you're trying to be a considerate smoker and take your habit outdoors, don't touch the plants - even the weeds.













