How to plant wildflowers in Ohio
If you have an underutilized space in your yard, convert it into a wildflower space. Native plant species increase the biodiversity of local ecosystems.
Bird flu found in 9 Pennsylvania flocks, 3.8 million birds lost
This brings Pennsylvania up to nine total commercial flocks impacted by highly pathogenic avian influenza and 3.8 million birds culled preventatively or killed by the disease.
Ohio State Fair scholarship applications due May 15
The Ohio Expositions Commission is offering $23,500 in scholarships to Ohio youth in an effort to recognize their accomplishments within the junior fair.
Lack of widespread traceability could cost US cattle farmers, industry
When disease outbreaks arise, animal health officials need to track them back to their sources. But traceability can be a challenge, especially in the cattle industry.
Wild turkey season underway
Ohio hunters harvested 3,315 wild turkeys during the opening weekend of the south zone spring hunting season April 23-24.
Opportunities provided for hunters with disabilities
Two recent special hunts were organized for disabled hunters to enjoy the outdoors while hunting for wild turkey. Twenty-three hunters participated.
Roundup of gardening news for May 5, 2022
Catch up on local gardening news and events in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, and Mahoning County, Ohio.
Roundup of 4-H news for May 5, 2022
Catch up on 4-H news from the Londonderry Lads and Lassies 4-H Club and the Green Valley 4-H Club.
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.
