Apply for the 2023 Homer Unkefer Agriculture Scholarship
Consumers National Bank's Homer Unkefer Agriculture Scholarship is now available for students pursuing secondary education in an agricultural-related field.
Roundup of FFA news for Feb. 2, 2023
The Black River FFA chapter participated in the eighth grade reception night at the Black River High School.
Study examines spotted lanternfly damage on young maples
Short-term, heavy feeding by adult spotted lanternflies on young maple trees inhibits photosynthesis, potentially impairing the tree's growth by up to 50%.
Proposals received for Ohio hunting seasons
The Ohio Wildlife Council heard proposals on the 2023-24 small game, waterfowl and wild turkey hunting seasons at its regularly scheduled meeting Jan. 11.
Reader: FDA needs help defining word ‘healthy’
A reader comments on the Food and Drug Administration's "Food Labeling: Nutrient Content Claims; Definition of the Term 'Healthy'" (Proposed Rule).
Red foxes are declining in Ohio, but adapt and thrive in urban areas
Although red fox populations are declining in Ohio, they can be found in all 88 counties and they have adapted to urban and suburban areas as well.
Roundup of gardening news for Feb. 2, 2023
Catch up on local gardening news and events in Mahoning County, Ohio.
Ohio hunters harvest 13,617 deer in muzzleloader season
Hunters checked 13,617 white-tailed deer during Ohio's muzzleloader season that concluded Jan. 10.
Livestock Marketing Association announces new scholarship program
The Livestock Marketing Association is pleased to announce the release of a new scholarship program for individuals that are interested in agriculture.
Geauga County Farm Bureau offers scholarships
Geauga County Farm Bureau is offering scholarship opportunities to students pursuing post-high school education.
