Industry sets ethanol production record
Figures are up more than 20 percent from 2001 and up 45 percent from 1999 data.
James R. Kiko is inducted into the Ohio Auctioneer Association Hall of Fame
James R. Kiko, of Russ Kiko Associates, Auctioneers and Realtors, Canton, Ohio, was inducted into the Ohio Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame.
Ohio dairyman sues builder of barn, claims defects led to fish kill
A Mercer County dairy farmer is suing the builder of his dairy barn, citing defects in the construction that led to a fish kill.
Penn State offers food safety course for certification
The Westmoreland County Penn State Cooperative Extension Office will conduct a food safety training designed for food service managers, chefs, caterers, cooks, health officials and inspectors.
Pittsburgh glass club’s antique show Feb. 15-16
The Historical Glass Club of Pittsburgh will host its 28th annual antiques show and sale Feb. 15-16 in Pittsburgh.
Ride the rails to romance Feb. 14
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad will kick off its 2003 season Feb. 14 with the Valentine's Day Wine Tasting Express, "Romance on the Rails."
Be like pushmi-pullyu, not ostrich
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on New Jersey state legislators who are considering a bill that would prohibit veal calves from being tethered in individual stalls, among other veal production management practices.
Sessions target beekeepers of all levels
Topics for beginners include equipment, where to get bees, selecting a site, feeding, pest control, harvesting honey and working with wax.
Handling manure in no-till gets tricky
For dairymen attending the Tri-State Conservation Tillage Conference, the most interesting session was about manure.
Tax credits available for planting trees
Landowners interested in creating a forest on their property may be able to take a direct deduction from their federal taxes this year.