Watch for molds, corn earworm
Recent reports show high corn earworm populations in certain grain corn fields in Ohio.
Roundup of gardening news for Aug. 29, 2019
Catch up on local gardening news in Mahoning County and Jefferson County, Ohio.
Roundup of FFA news for Aug. 29, 2019
Catch up on local FFA news from Utica FFA Chapter, Grand Valley High School FFA and Fayetteville FFA.
Federal court sends illegal water rule back to EPA
A federal court said the 2015 Waters of the United States rule is unlawful under the Clean Water Act.
USDA offers energy grants to farmers, rural businesses
The USDA is awarding grants for projects to reduce energy costs for farmers, ag producers and rural-based businesses and institutions.
Seaweed cuts methane from cows
Supplementing cattle feed with seaweed could significantly reduce methane belched by livestock, but it may not be a realistic strategy.
Deer steward series planned in 3 Ohio counties
Belmont Soil and Water Conservation District, Monroe SWCD and Washington SWCD will hold a deer steward series.
USDA study: Avoid washing raw meat to prevent illness
A study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture reveals that individuals are putting themselves at risk of illness when they wash or rinse raw poultry.
Muskingum University, SWCD gain from water sampling partnership
Muskingum University and the Muskingum Soil and Water Conservation District are working with farmers and students on tile outlet water sample analysis.
Lots of talk, little information, no knowledge from crop reports
Marlin Clark provides the latest corn and soybean yield predictions from Pro Farmer and USDA and offers his own insight on what to expect this year.
