More than anyone can possibly take in
Through the day, more than 5,000 people walked through the entrance gate on Sept. 29 and onto the grounds to find more displays, products, information and activities than they could possibly take in.
USDA shares grain transportation outlook
Trucks remain the dominant mode of choice for transporting agricultural products to market. The weaker U.S. economy, high fuel costs, expensive liability insurance rates, and changing asset valuations have lowered profits.
Tuscarawas County Fair junior fair sales top $280,000; averages stay high
Bidders spent a $17,319 for the 55 lambs, $98,247 for the 214 hogs, and $115,217 for the 68 market steers.
Mid Atlantic Genetics holds Shorthorn sale
The top selling lot was MSF Neon Lady 101, a roan January heifer calf sired by MSF Equity 43 out of Rolyn Neon Lady 5C.
Land use planning decreases cost of rural development
The rural-urban interface has become one of Ohio's top agricultural issues in the past six months, according to OSU agricultural economist Larry Libby.
Researchers: Autumn color is nature’s sunscreen
University of Wisconsin-Madison scientists have a new theory about why autumn leaves turn scarlet and why the hues are more vibrant some years than others.
Sheepdog trials set for Brush Run Farm
The fifth annual Brush Run Farm Sheepdog Trial will be held Oct. 6-7 at Brush Run Farm in Clarleroi, Pa.
HOME IMPROVEMENT: Pressure-treated woods leach arsenic
Structures using chromated copper arsenate treated wood have been considered safe for use by children, but recent tests of soil around some play equipment, however, have make this assumption questionable.
New farm income report a mixed bag, driven by livestock sector
The USDA's Economic Research Service reports farm income has hit a record, but the farm component of total household income has fallen for fourth year in a row.
Ohio United Methodist delegation urges restraint to congressmen
Meeting with Sen. George Voinovich, the delegation from the East Ohio Conference delivered a message on behalf of Bishop Bruce R. Ough and his cabinet about the need "to maintain that creative tension" in finding a faithful response.
