Stronger markets bring positive attitude to sheep convention
DENVER, Colo. — The year began with stronger markets for lamb and wool, which helped provide a positive attitude to industry participants at the...
Ag security areas preserve farmland
SALEM, Ohio - State Rep. Tony Core, who's also a Logan County farmer, thinks many farmers' situations might be a lot like his.
Common deer virus found in southern Ohio cattle populations
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio - Ohio Department of Agriculture officials have confirmed the discovery of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) - a common white-tailed deer virus - in two Pike County cattle farms.
Watershed workshop for teachers set for June
The Geauga County and Portage County soil and water conservation districts are offering the Wonders of Watersheds workshops as teacher trainings in June.
President signed new farm bill Monday
President George W. Bush signed the new farm bill Monday, May 13, after the U.S. Senate approved the conference report May 8 by a 64-35 vote.
Region’s oil and gas drilling activity slows, as oil prices stay low
Shale permits plummet in Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Register for a guided tour of Pennsylvania game lands
The Pennsylvania Game Commission Northwest Regional Office is accepting registrations for a guided tour of State Game Lands 39.
Grain handler pleads guilty to stealing more than $3M
Richard J. Schwan, 79, of Monroeville, pleaded guilty, July 9, to multiple charges related to theft of more than $3 million in grain from 35 Ohio farmers.
Working to save a sacred sheep
FORT COLLINS, Colo. - Animal geneticist Harvey D. Blackburn is responsible for collecting and storing thousands of samples of animal germplasm - mainly semen and embryos - to make sure there's enough genetic material to reintroduce a species if necessary.
Red and White dairy cattle convention is Aug. 7-9
CRYSTAL SPRING, Pa. -- The Mason-Dixon Club encourages all Red enthusiasts to attend the 2008 National Red and White Convention, "New Beginnings." Festivities are...
