Roundup of FFA news for May 5, 2022
Catch up on local FFA news from Fayetteville FFA, West Holmes FFA, Hillsdale FFA, Utica FFA, Zane Trace FFA and Western Reserve FFA.
Criswell aims to improve St. Croix sheep breed, flock at Melwood Farm
Crystal Criswell raises St. Croix hair sheep, a heritage breed that is known for being parasite resistant. At Melwood Farm, she wants to improve not only her flock, but the breed as a whole, in addition to helping conserve the breed.
Ohio communities get help switching fleets to alternative fuels
Ohio is one of eight states that will receive technical assistance for counties planning a switch to alternative fuels through Drive Clean Rural USA .
Union County court rejects pipeline eminent domain
A Union County judge has rejected Columbia Gas of Ohio’s request to approve eminent domain to install a pipeline through preserved farmland.
Next 7 Organic Farm focuses on sustainability for future generations
Holly and Isaac Wiegmann are both the seventh generation of farmers in their families. At Next 7 Organic Farm, they are working to keep the farm sustainable for the next seven generations after them.
Apply for the Ohio Wines Founders Memorial Scholarship
Two scholarships of $500 will be awarded to students who show interest, aptitude and creativity in advancing the interests of the Ohio winemaking industry.
Remembering the good times with the Hawk family
A Farm and Dairy reader recalls growing up with the Hawk family, who was featured last week for returning Jim Hawk to their family home to lay him to rest.
Pennsylvania hops growers want to link up to help struggling industry
The hops industry in Pennsylvania is struggling to get a foothold with local craft brewers who favor West Coast hops. One farmer is trying to change that.
Ohio Ag Council announces 2022 hall of fame inductee class
Four Ohioans will be honored Aug. 5, by the Ohio Agricultural Council, when they are inducted into the Ohio Agricultural Hall of Fame.
Ohio Soybean Council hosting virtual ride-alongs
The Ohio Soybean Council and GrowNextGen are offering two virtual field trips to ride along live with a farmer during soybean planting this May.
