Addressing hunger and environmental protection: agriculture and biodiversity linked
New solution proposed in "ecoagriculture" to save biodiversity and to feed hungry populations is based on a new understanding of wildlife biology and ecology, on-the-ground experimentation, and major scientific advances in genetics, remote sensing, and other fields.
Ohio wheat growers: Be on the lookout
Powdery mildew is present in certain fields of susceptible varieties in north central and northeast sections of the state.
Anniversary celebrated with 104 miles of trees
A record tree planting in northwest Ohio this spring will help reduce farmland soil erosion.
Postal rates going up again
The cost of postage raised on just about everything except the first-class stamp, that went up in January.
Annual antique show features 45 dealers.
The Woman's Club of Hudson holds its 56th annual antique show, sale June 14-16.
Practicing phenology: The art of gardening in rhythm with nature
Phenology is a field of science concerned with the timing of natural living processes with weather events over a period of years. Studies in phenology focus on when plants bud, flower and fruit; when insects emerge; when frogs get active in spring; when lakes freeze and thaw; and when birds migrate.
Ashland FFA holds awards banquet
Ben Carpenter and Christy Lahmers were recognized as state degree winner.
Price reporting creates confusion
The switch to Mandatory Price Reporting for livestock sales data has been rocky, but the new system has the potential to provide more detailed information price information, segmented by livestock weights and quality levels.
Coyote control meeting set for May 22 in Canfield
Beef, dairy, sheep and swine producers, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone interested in coyotes and their habits are invited to participate.
Solar power system sends power back to grid
Jean Bahr a University of Wisconsin professor of geology and environmental studies and an international authority on ground water, has installed an affordable, practical system into her Wisconsin home that transforms light from the sun into electricity, enabling her to meet a significant portion of her own electrical needs and to feed excess electricity into the Madison Gas and Electric power grid.













