Protesters deny more serious risk
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on the idea that some people in Vermont are protesting the USDA's plan to euthanize sheep possibly exposed to mad cow disease.
Ohio heritage areas granted funding
Ohio Heritage Area Program announces eight matching grants totaling $100,000 for planning, development, and marketing.
Maple producers think it will be a sweet year for production
Frank and Virginia Goodell market maple syrup from the Mantua, Ohio, farm that has been in production since 1825. Other producers say they know about everything there is to know about the industry.
Ohio woodland steward program offered in March
A three-day program provideing 25 hours of intensive training in woodland management will be offered in Noble County.
Lack of standards prove costly to farmers: Labeling GM food could add trust
More than 80 percent of U.S. consumers want GM food labeled. Consumer scientist says farmers should want that, too.
Malabar Farm festival features maple syrup
The 25th annual Maple Syrup Festival is March 3-4 and 10-11, from noon to 4 p.m. daily.
Small-scale cider producers benefit from FDA approval of UV processing
FDA approval of ultraviolet light processing to reduce pathogens for all fruit and vegetable juices could be a big boost to small cider producers.
Ohio Forage conference aims high
Ed Ballard, animal systems educator from the University of Illinois, and a host of diverse Ohio producers will speak at Ohio Forage and Grasslands Council annual conference March 2.
Agland Co-op honors its top dairy customers
Agland Co-op held its third annual dairy appreciation and awards banquet.
Ohio Pork Congress recognizes standout industry contributions
Producer awards presented at the 2001 Ohio Pork Congress Feb. 8-9.
