Solar farms bring opportunities, land use questions for Pa. agriculture
In Pennsylvania, there are currently about 450 utility-scale solar projects under consideration. That brings up opportunities for farmers, but also questions about how solar development could affect the state’s agriculture.
Ohio Cattlemen’s Association focuses on national, political challenges
National political challenges facing the beef industry were a focal point at the Ohio Cattlemen's Association annual meeting and awards banquet.
Ohio Cattlemen’s Association honors beef industry leaders
The Ohio Cattlemen's Association recognized industry leaders at its annual meeting, Jan. 8.
Power siting board plans three solar hearings
The Ohio Power Siting Board has scheduled or rescheduled several local hearings for proposed solar energy projects.
Roundup of gardening news for Jan. 13, 2022
Join Summit County Master Gardener Jeanne Poremski, Feb. 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. in a virtual program, to hear about beneficial insects.
Roundup of FFA news for Jan. 13, 2022
Catch up on local news from Black River FFA and Hillsdale FFA.
Ohio farmers convert former hog farm into intensive goat herd
When the Barnharts decided to expand their meat goat herd, they didn't build new fences or facilities. Instead, they renovated a set of unused hog barns.
New agreement to allow US pork, products into India for first time
The government of India has agreed to allow imports of U.S. pork and pork products into India, removing a long-standing barrier to U.S. agricultural trade.
Butter sculpture highlights 2022 farm show theme of ‘harvesting more’
Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding unveiled the 2022 Pennsylvania Farm Show butter sculpture, which highlights this year’s theme of “harvesting more.”
With conservation, what goes around comes around at Meadow View Farm
Jeff and Janet Allen aren’t shy about sharing what they’ve learned in their 30 years of running their beef cow/calf operation: Using conservation practices is good for woodlands, water and the environment as a whole. But it’s also good for the farmers.
