Roundup of FFA news for March 24, 2022
Catch up on local FFA news from Black River FFA, Edon FFA and Crestview FFA.
Roundup of gardening news for March 24, 2022
The Belmont SWCD will offer their Seed Library. Crawford County Conservation District will hold an event to plant their tiny herb "greenhouses."
Biden to appoint nine U.S. Department of Agriculture regional positions
President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint nine U.S. Department of Agriculture regional positions March 17.
Fish hatchery open houses begin in March
Four state fish hatcheries are hosting free open houses this spring to provide Ohioans the opportunity to learn more about their operations.
Market volatility, uncertainty loom over spring planting
Even last fall, farmers were already looking at higher costs for inputs like fertilizer and herbicides. Russia's attack on Ukraine has led to more disruption for fertilizer, global trade, energy and more, meaning high stakes for farmers this spring planting season.
Ghoulish markets bring conflicting emotions
Marlin Clark offers insight into corn, soybean, wheat and petroleum prices as the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues.
Ohio confirms avian influenza in wild birds
ODNR confirmed bird flu in three wild birds in Ohio. But Ohio still hasn't had any cases in domestic flocks, suggesting bird owners are doing a good job on biosecurity.
Ohio Power Siting Board denies rehearing for Republic Wind
The Ohio Power Siting Board denied separate applications for rehearing regarding the board’s decision to deny an application filed by Republic Wind to construct a 200 MW wind-powered electric generating facility in Seneca and Sandusky County.
Apply for the Susan S. Beshore Memorial Scholarship
The Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association and Morrissey Insurance are offering a one-time Susan S. Beshore Memorial Scholarship in memory of Susan S. Beshore.
Organic dairies in the Northeast may have found home for milk
Organic Valley offered 80 farms in the Northeast a market for their milk after being dropped by Horizon Organic and Maple Hill.
