Roundup of FFA news for Dec. 12, 2019
Catch up on FFA news from Black River FFA and Warren FFA.
Deadlines extended to apply for Dairy Margin Coverage, MFP
The deadline to enroll in the Dairy Margin Coverage program for 2020 has been extended due to the weather, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced.
DeWine to OFBF: H2Ohio ‘protects’ Lake Erie, farmers
H2Ohio, Ohio's water quality plan, is meant to help Lake Erie and farmers, Gov. Mike DeWine said as he kicked off the Ohio Farm Bureau annual meeting.
Photo gallery: Linesville Lighted Tractor Parade
The sixth annual Linesville Lighted Tractor Parade drew thousands to the small town in Crawford County.
How to prolong the life of your live Christmas tree
There are many old wives’ tales associated with live Christmas tree care, but what actually works? Learn to separate the facts from the myths.
U.S.-Japan trade deal lauded as a win for farmers
A newly approved U.S.-Japan trade deal is being called a win for farmers. The agreement will lower tariffs for U.S. beef and pork exports.
Christmas tree shortage? Not really, says industry rep
There should be no Christmas tree shortage this year, and the lower supply and high demand means a strong market for farmers, an industry rep says.
Matthew Hissa — Dec. 2, 2019
Matthew Hissa, a 13-year-old from Middlefield, Ohio, bagged an a-typical 8-point buck in Middlefield, Ohio on Dec. 2.
Ohio’s livestock care standards have ‘teeth,’ but rarely bite
The Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board was created 10 years ago. It gave Ohio a way to enforce standards, but the focus is on compliance, not penalties.
Rich Wagner — Sept. 9, 2019
Rich Wagner bagged a 150-pound black bear in Millinocket, Maine on Sept. 9, 2019.
