First USDA hemp report shows tough harvest, but major potential for crop
USDA released its first National Hemp Report Feb. 17. It’s a big step forward for the crop. But some industry groups say it shows the industry is struggling under current regulations.
USDA confirms avian influenza in Maine, New York
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in flocks in Maine and New York.
Ohio State Fair is back
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair General Manager Virgil Strickler announced the 2022 Ohio State Fair will be July 27 to Aug. 7.
Ohio teen wins national shearing contest
Mackenzie Campbell, of Palmyra, Ohio, won the National Sheep Shearing Contest Feb. 3 at the Black Hills Stock Show in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Roundup of 4-H news for Feb. 17, 2022
Catch up on local 4-H news regarding the 2022 Pennsylvania 4-H State Leadership Conference and Western Reserve Rangers 4-H Club achievement awards.
Experts clear up myths about spotted lanternfly
Penn State University dispels myths and persistent fallacies about the spotted lanternfly to help those wishing to learn about and combat the pest.
Roundup of gardening news for Feb. 17, 2022
Learn more about gardening events sponsored by Ohio State University and in Geauga, Portage and Wayne counties in Ohio.
Sustainable ag advocates poised to be involved in 2023 farm bill
Advocates for issues like more sustainable food systems, better policies against systemic racism and climate-smart practices in agriculture have an opportunity to be heard as legislators begin work on the 2023 farm bill, said speakers at the Ohio Ecological Food and Farming Association’s conference Feb. 12.
Pennsylvania launches crisis hotline for farmers
The AgriStress HelpLine is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The number is 833-897-2474.
Grain markets remain volatile as South American yields are assessed
Marlin Clark speculates on the recent changes in grain prices, estimated yields for South American crops and the continued market volatility.
