EPA bans chlorpyrifos on food crops, due to neurological health concerns
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Aug. 18 that it will no longer allow the pesticide chlorpyrifos to be used on food, due to health concerns.
Grey Oaks Tree Plantation named 2021 Tree Farm of the Year
Grey Oaks Tree Plantation was named 2021 Tree Farm of the Year by the Ohio Forestry Association and the Ohio Tree Farm Program.
Ohio needs help looking for spotted lanternfly
The Ohio Department of Agriculture needs help in keeping an eye out for the spotted lanternfly.
Turkey season could be limited in Ohio
In response to declining wild turkey populations during the past few years, the ODNR proposed reducing the 2022 spring wild turkey season.
Penn State Extension helps farmers be prepared for African swine fever
Penn State Extension has been preparing for African swine fever's arrival for years. Learn more about the disease and its treat to U.S. producers.
Roundup of gardening news for Aug. 19, 2021
Catch up on local gardening news in Mahoning, Clark and Richland counties in Ohio and an upcoming event hosted by Penn State Extension.
Roundup of FFA news for Aug. 19, 2021
Catch up on FFA news from Zane Trace FFA and Loudonville FFA.
Drinking water not impacted by migrating injection well waste: report
Brine from the Redbird #4 injection well in Washington County, Ohio migrated out of its injection zone in 2019 and into several nearby oil and gas production wells. That brine did not affect the private drinking water wells tested, according to a study published by ODNR earlier this summer.
Weight, dawn-to-dusk demands pose challenges to electrifying farm vehicles
As electric vehicles become more commonplace and affordable, it begs the question when will electric tractors and other farm equipment become a reality in ag states like Ohio? Major manufacturers like John Deere and Kubota are working up prototypes, but there are still many challenges ahead.
Farmers talk soil health, weather at Woodlyn Acres Farm tour
Farmers and representatives from ag and conservation groups met for a tour of Woodlyn Acres Farm Aug. 16, focusing on organic farming and soil health.
