Plight of herbicide resistance is growing like weeds worldwide
Scores of crop-damaging weeds are developing immunity to even the strongest herbicides in farmers' arsenals.
On a tractor, even two’s a crowd
We've all broken the 'extra rider' rule, but can we really ignore the risk? Editor Susan Crowell urges better farm safety precautions.
Salem abolitionist’s efforts saluted
The historical Salem home of the noted abolitionist Daniel Howell Hise will receive an Ohio bicentennial historical marker during special ceremonies May 17.
Crops weave ribbons across landscape
Conservation practices create blanket of farmland improvement on this Wayne County farm.
Tour Massillon’s historic Fourth Street
Take a stroll down one of Massillon's historic streets, home to entrepreneurs and bankers.
COOL starts to heat up
Debate about COOL heated up as USDA officials headed to different parts of the country to address concerns about the controversial country-of-origin labeling.
U.S., Australia to rebuild Iraq’s farm sector
USDA envoy says oil for power is immediate agricultural need.
1953: Year of killer tornadoes
This year - 2003 - marks the 50th anniversary of the third deadliest year for tornadoes in the United States.
Weather report: Nice working weather
Columbiana County's U.S. weather observer, Ed Copeland, says April got off to a slow start, but the weather at month's end had farmers off and running.
Antique fire trucks and equipment invited to muster
Antique fire truck and equipment owners are invited to attend a showcase of Ohio's firefighting history.













