Thursday, January 15, 2026

Preliminary soil test results from Pennsylvania farms show no signs of contamination from the Feb. 3 Norfolk Southern train derailment, the DEP said.
pump jack

The future of Ohio oil and gas may not lie in exploration and production. It might lie in decarbonization efforts. 
New Holland methane-powered tractor

The American Farm Bureau Federation and CNH Industrial brands Case IH and New Holland have signed a memorandum of understanding.
Les Seiler

The American Soybean Association presented Les Seiler with the 2023 National Conservation Legacy Award during the annual ASA Awards Celebration.
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Lorain County Farm Bureau is offering scholarship opportunities to students pursuing post-secondary education.
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and Fred Hippely

Ohio’s U.S. Sens. Sherrod Brown and JD Vance are working together on legislation to improve railway safety following the train derailment in East Palestine.
Ohio Farm Bureau leaders

During their trip to Washington, Ohio Farm Bureau leaders met with U.S. representatives to discuss farm bill priorities and issues affecting Ohio farmers.
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The Grand River Wildlife Area Shooting Range, operated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife, will open to the public April 5. 
Robin nest

The ODNR ­Division of Wildlife encourages Ohioans to keep wildlife wild by observing them from a distance and reducing interactions with young animals.
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Catch up on local FFA news from Smithville FFA, Lorain County JVS, Fayetteville FFA and Black River FFA.