Friday, December 26, 2025
adult spotted lanternfly with wings open

The Ohio Department of Agriculture confirmed Sept. 2 that a population of the invasive spotted lanternfly was found in Cleveland near the end of August. This insect feeds on grapevines and fruit trees, in addition to other plants, making it a major concern for the grape and wine industries.
solar panel close up

Pennsylvania State University is ahead of schedule to meet its goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Now university President Eric Barron wants the university to be more aggressive. He announced the creation of the Carbon Emissions Reduction Task Force on Sept. 3.
A woman sets up a concessions stand at the Canfield Fair.

Food vendors faced major losses in a 2020 that saw most fairs and festivals either scaled back or canceled completely. Vendors at the Canfield Fair were eager to be back for the 2021 season. Many are seeing customers return to the fairs in full force.
A person sits at a computer, video conferencing with multiple people.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted announced Sept. 3 that the Ohio Residential Broadband Expansion Grant program would begin accepting applications online Sept. 6.
Reserve Champion Hog

Bidders at the Jefferson County Fair broke the sale record for the highest-selling hog at the junior fair livestock sale in support of the King family.
Grand Champion Lamb

Find all the results for the 2021 Lawrence County Fair junior livestock sale here.
Three men stand near hemp plants growing in pots in a hoophouse.

As the industry develops, the founders of The Ohio Hemp Co. are doing their best to lead research on hemp and help other farmers learn more about the crop.
Grand Champion Feeder Calf Steer

Find all the results for the 2021 Monroe County Fair junior livestock sale here.
Spotted lanternfly

A population of the invasive spotted lanternfly has been found on the east side of Cleveland. The initial discovery was made Aug. 26.
4-H-logo

The Breeders and Feeders 4-H Club held a meeting Aug. 15, at the Munson Town Hall.