Roundup of FFA news for Nov. 21, 2019
Catch up on local FFA news from West Holmes FFA, River Valley FFA, Crestview FFA, Indian Valley FFA and United FFA.
USDA issues second round of payments
Sonny Perdue announced the second tranche of 2019 Market Facilitation Program payments to assist farmers suffering from damage due to trade retaliation.
Expert: Risk of spotted lanternfly on Christmas trees is minimal
Those worried that the spotted lanternfly will take up residence in their live Christmas tree shouldn't worry, according to Penn State Extension experts.
Hunters can protect against chronic wasting disease
Brush up on the best management practices to help protect hunters and their families against Chronic Wasting Disease.
Former Cleveland man finds passion in pheasants
What started as a lark quickly grew into a business, Sunrise Harvest Pheasant Farm, when Nick Zabala saw the demand for pheasants.
Sen. Brown urges Ohioans to apply for 1890 National Scholars Program
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) is urging Ohioans to apply for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 1890 National Scholars Program.
National DHIA offers $1,500 scholarships to veterinary students
National Dairy Herd Information Association (DHIA) is offering $1,500 scholarships to third-year or fourth-year college of veterinary medicine students.
Gregg named Outstanding Woman in Agriculture
The Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s Women’s Leadership Committee has selected Carol Ann Gregg as the recipient of the Outstanding Woman in Agriculture Award.
How to get started on your first 4-H rabbit project
Learn more about different types of 4-H rabbit projects, how to choose a breed and how to care for rabbits.
H2Ohio offers funding for farmers
Gov. Mike DeWine announced details for H2Ohio, a program to improve water quality in Ohio. The plan includes funding for farmers to improve conservation.
