IFO conference to include event for women in ag
Innovative Farmers of Ohio will hold its 9th annual conference, "Digging In: Cultivating Healthy Soils and Healthy Profits" Jan. 25-26 at the Procter Center in London, Ohio.
Ligonier Valley Historical Society has Festival of Lights
The festival will include 42 trees and 15 wreaths decorated by local families, businesses and groups.
McCormick tractors return to U.S. market
McCormick Tractors International, headquartered in the United Kingdom, and Vermeer Manufacturing Company have formed an alliance to market the McCormick tractor line in the United States.
Missouri pork farms settle violations
Two pork mega-farms agree to spend up to $50 million to clean up their acts and end legal action against them.
National Biodiesel Board claims Penn State wrong
They dispute there is a major difference between soy-diesel and biodiesel. Soydiesel is simply a name that was formerly used for what is called "biodiesel" today.
Ohio corn varieties performance test results available
Results of the 2001 Ohio corn performance test are now available online.
Original Gerber Baby turns 75
Ann Turner Cook was the model for artist Dorothy Hope Smith, who submitted the famous charcoal sketch of Cook in a 1928 contest.
Spotty’ harvest surprises farmers
Yields were all over the board this year, according to the grain merchandiser for Agland Co-op in Canfield, Ohio, whose thoughts were echoed by producers and traders from northwestern Pennsylvania and northeastern Ohio.
A good comedy good for your health
Anticipation of laughter triggers healthy mood changes up to two days in advance, and may reduce stress hormone levels.
Ag economists urge reduction in agricultural subsidies
In a paper commissioned by the World Trade Organization, authors advocate the ultimate abolition of export subsidies worldwide.













