Roundup of FFA news for Jan. 30, 2020
The Ohio FFA Foundation recently announced it will be awarding the symbolic FFA jackets to several first-year members.
Tips for a safe boat checkup
January is generally considered the middle of a boat's long winter nap. It's time to check up on her in storage.
Small game and migratory bird hunting seasons discussed
Proposed small game and migratory bird hunting seasons that begin in the fall of 2020 were presented to the Ohio Wildlife Council Jan. 15.
Roundup of gardening news for Jan. 30, 2020
Catch up on local gardening news in Richland County and Stark County, Ohio.
Life after dairy
For many dairy farmers, moving on is tough. It was no different for Jim and Donna Beardsley, but they managed to keep the farm going after selling the herd.
Ohio Department of Agriculture suspends operations at Vista Grain
The Ohio Department of Agriculture suspended operations at Vista Grain in Washington Court House after finding it could not cover outstanding obligations.
Trump celebrates major rewrite of North American trade rules
President Donald Trump signed a major rewrite of Canada and Mexico trade deal, easing trade tensions.
Ohio residents: What you need to know about the spotted lanternfly
The spotted lanternfly has been found near Ohio's borders. Learn more about the spotted lanternfly, where it's spread in the U.S. and how to identify it.
Shepherd’s voice: Sheep industry honors Susan Crowell
Susan Crowell, former editor of Farm and Dairy, earned the 2020 Shepherd’s Voice award, for print, from the American Sheep Industry Association.
Trump removes protections for waterways, aiding farmers
The Trump administration lifted federal protections Jan. 23 for some of the nation’s millions of miles of streams, arroyos and wetlands.
