A new look for an old column: Let’s Talk Barns!
Friends of Barns introduces themselves to readers through Farm and Dairy column.
What was it like to sail on a square-rigger?
Vanessa Agnew spent six weeks aboard an 18th century ship to learn about travel in the old days.
Ag policy crisis: No cavalry in sight to rescue farmers
Low commodity prices and weak world markets have left U.S. farmers heavily dependent on government subsidies. In 2000, many farmers would have faced negative income if not for government subsidies.
Asian lady beetles’ sweet tooth a concern for Ohio fruit growers
Ohio State University entomologists have documented large numbers of Asian lady beetles feeding on peaches, grapes and apples.
Civil War buffs hope to preserve most endangered battlefields
Civil War battlefields vanishing at an alarming rate.
Civil War exhibit marks reopening of history mall at Ohio Historical Center
The exhibit includes newly-restored battle flags, weapons, medical and camp equipment and uniforms.
Earn nursing degree in 15 months
University of Akron offers adult students fast track to nursing.
Fire muster will spotlight the old and the new
Participants must register by April 12.
Hope against hunger
Farm and Dairy reader enjoyed Norman Borlaug's presentation.
48 Ohio counties join growing list of those eligible for farm aid
The designation makes qualified farm operators eligible for low-interest loans from the Farm Service Agency.
