Welcome a new Farm and Dairy voice
Farm and Dairy Editor says hello to a new behind-the-scenes talent at the newspaper: food and family life editor Laurie Steeb.
How babies learn words: Scientists support what parents have known
It's best to keep it simple. Parents' instinctive use of isolated words may help babies learn language.
Protesters deny more serious risk
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell comments on the idea that some people in Vermont are protesting the USDA's plan to euthanize sheep possibly exposed to mad cow disease.
Red meat can be part of a healthy diet
A recently published study confirms that including lean red meat in a heart-healthy diet can positively impact blood cholesterol levels.
Don’t get burned by natural gas prices
Ohio Consumers' Counsel alerts consumers about the hazards of variable rate offers.
EPA hosts dairy expansion hearing
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency will hold a public hearing March 13 to accept comments about the draft permit for the DeVries Dairy Farm, a proposed operation of 2,500 cows in Marion County.
Britain staggers with foot-and-mouth disease
A widespread outbreak has put much of that country under quarantine while thousands of animals are being destroyed. An immediate ban was imposed on animal products being imported into the United States from Britain.
Get ready for Maple Madness
The Geauga County Forestry and Maple Syrup Committee will sponsor its annual Maple Madness Tour featuring 10 farms March 10-11.
Union Local FFA to sponsor annual farm toy show
The toy show and sale featuring a kiddy tractor pull and an antique tractor display will be March 11 at Union Local High School.
Pa. Holstein breeders honor John Cope
The Pennsylvania Holstein Association held its annual awards banquet during the association's annual convention Feb. 21-23.
