Roundup of gardening news for July 22, 2021
Best practices in home food preservation techniques will be the focus of a Penn State Extension webinar series. Learn more about dates, times and topics.
Help survey wild turkeys, ruffed grouse this summer
Citizen scientists can participate in surveying Ohio's wild turkey and ruffed grouse populations by reporting sightings in July and August.
Roundup of 4-H news for July 22, 2021
The Happy Harvesters 4-H Club had a meeting June 27, at the Community Bible Church-Loving People, in Strasburg.
Scientists develop model to predict spotted lanternfly hatch
Research conducted by Penn State scientists has led to an online tool that can help predict seasonal egg hatch for spotted lanternflies.
Study reveals ag-related injuries more numerous than previously known
A new study by Penn State researchers suggests that the agriculture industry is even more dangerous than previously believed.
Two more solar projects get green light in Ohio
The Ohio Power Siting Board approved applications for two more solar projects during its July 15 meeting. Within the last month, the board has approved 877 megawatts of solar energy to be constructed in the state.
Ohio county fairs back in the saddle after challenging 2020
A year ago, some Ohio fairgrounds stood empty for most of the summer. Now, with COVID-19 cases mostly waning and guidelines lifted, they’re back in business for the 2021 season.
Solar grazing could be big opportunity for farmers
As solar sites grow in size and number in Ohio and Pennsylvania, it could be a new business opportunity for sheep farmers. But it's an opportunity that comes with many strings attached.
Public hearing set for Champaign County solar project
An in-person hearing is scheduled Aug. 19 for a 144 megawatt solar farm planned for Champaign County. The project, proposed by Clearview Solar I, LLC, would be located 1,075 acres within a 1,195 project area in Adams Township.
Federal office nixes proposal to update ‘rural’ definition after strong criticism
The White House Office of Management and Budget rejected a proposal that would have essentially expanded the definition of “rural” to include larger areas, following widespread concerns about the suggested change.
