New livestock judging method puts education back in the ring
The "systems analysis" method of market livestock project evaluation has been adopted by the Lake County junior fair livestock committee and will be used this summer at the Lake County Fair. This approach attempts to put more objectivity into the subjectivity of judging and doesn't encourage the ethics violations that creep into the business of "showing" animals.
Is biotech really needed inthe Midwest?
The potential of biotechnology and genetically altered plants must be weighed against the risks of using it.
Antique lamps to light Paducah, Ky.
Collectors of Aladdin kerosene mantle lamps and Aladdin electric lamps hold their 29th annual convention Aug. 2-4.
Learn how to make your summer picnic a bee free event
The solution to annoying bees at your family barbecue may be to share your feast.
Edible plastics for bales? Corn zein used to make wrapping films
An Illinois researcher has created an edible, biodegradable corn zein film that has plastic qualities and is highly water-resistant.
Fast, inexpensive ways to lower your summer cooling bills
Suggestions are offered from the CertainTeed Home Institute.
Time to rethink agricultural policy
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on the fact that farmers have lost their empire and have not yet found their role.
Hartville farm gives easement to nature center
Thomas and Margaret Raff Hague of Canton have donated the development rights from their 100-acre farm in Lake Township to The Wilderness Center in Wilmot, Ohio.
Dargate Galleries: Auctioning off the auction
Dargate Auction Galleries of Pittsburgh is going on its own auction block Sept. 7 as Larry and Carol Farley auction off their contollling interest in the gallery.
Holstein Invitational winners released
Grand champion female at the District II Open Invitational Holstein Show at Tiscarawas Cpimtu Fairgrounds was the 5-year-old, Shaland Integrity Mallory, sired by Robthom Integrity, and exhibited by Hycrest Farms, Floyd Casper and family, Carrollton, Ohio.
