Mahoning County Farm Bureau volunteer leaders receive all 10 stars
The Mahoning County Farm Bureau received all 10 Star awards from the state when the group met Oct. 3 for its annual meeting.
Release, let grow: Workshop for landowners about crop trees
A one-day class designed to teach landowners how to use the crop tree management tools to meet their forest goals is planned Oct. 21.
Sheep shearing school solves severe shortage
More than 20 flock owners learned the task of shearing sheep last week at a school sponsored by Ohio State University.
Trumbull library workshop digs into preserving historical photos
The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, will host two archives workshops on Oct. 21.
Wampum girl shares farm life from different view with special friends
When classmates were readying for their senior homecoming dance at Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, Pa., and anticipating Sept. 28 as one of the best nights of the year, Josie Badger was also preparing for a big night.
USDA changes MILC program
Milk producers participating in the Milk Income Loss Contract program are now required to make their payment-start month selection before the next month's prices are announced to the public.
Farmer, conservationist both prove praiseworthy at SWCD banquet
Portage County Soil and Water Conservation District members gathered Oct. 3 to honor the county's conservationist of the year and to honor Richard (Dick) Wetzel's 29-year career with the district before his retirement this winter.
USDA revises oilseed base in farm bill
The USDA revised how it will establish oilseed bases under the new direct and counter-cyclical program contained in the 2002 farm bill.
Larry Hoover: An equine craftsman
When a medical condition forced Larry Hoover, 54, to sell his draft horses, he didn't drift far from the equine business. He formed Alpine Manufacturing, a company that builds the shafts used in harness racing that connects the horse to the race bike.
Ashland County buyers support 4-H’ers
Buyers turned out in force to show their support for the junior fair livestock exhibitors during the 2002 Ashland County Junior Fair Livestock Auction.
