Learn a bit of history this summer
"Tours at Two" the summertime tours and/or activities that pair the Western Reserve Historical Society's collections with activities and tours just for kids, will take place at 2 p.m. every weekday from June 19 through Aug. 18.
Environmental seal of approval: Pa. certification process accredits livestock management practices
PennAg Industries Association and a coalition of county conservation districts are turning the national on-farm assessment and environmental review program developed by America's Clean Water Foundation into an environmental certification program.
Learn how to select a portable sawmill
A workshop on owning and operating a portable sawmill will be held July 14 at Bruce Tree Farm located in Monroe County.
Hatfield 7 Dairy: Seven generations of protecting the land for the future
The 660-cow Licking County dairy farm has been selected to receive the Ohio Dairy Farmers Federation's Ohio Environmental Stewardship Award for its exemplary environmental management practices.
Lessons on being a better boss
Surveys have shown that the primary factor affecting a decision to leave an organization is whether or not the manager develops a trusting relationship with the employees.
Moove over, Pepsi, now there’s something healthier
The American Dairy Association and Dairy Council Mid East are testing milk vending machines in schools, factories and businesses in Ohio, some of it in glass-front milk vending machines.
New book: Sustainability benefits rural communities
"Interactions Between Agroecosystems and Rural Communities," edited and co-authored by Cornelia Flora, Iowa State University rural sociologist, examines the effects of agricultural production on people and the environment.
Dredging permits for Allegheny, Ohio rivers issued by Pennsylvania
Four companies have been granted permits for commercial sand and gravel dredging on portions of a 100-mile stretch of the Allegheny and Ohio rivers.
Two Mapleton FFA’ers earn American degree
The chapter recognized Kelly Fugitt and Russ Stolcals, who will be receiving American FFA degrees at the national convention later this year.
Foot-and-mouth disease hits European farmers’ clout as well as pocketbook
President of the Belgian farmers union said the economic impact of the disease has been enormous, but psychologically, it has been even worse.
