Roundup of FFA news for Dec. 27, 2018
Catch up on local news from Waterford FFA, Utica FFA, Fayetteville FFA, Hillsdale FFA, West Branch FFA and Zane Trace FFA.
Pickaway County properties chosen for river conservation
Two new Pickaway County properties were recently added to the Big Darby Creek Conservation Corridor of the Appalachia Ohio Alliance.
Amid shutdown, what’s still open at USDA?
The partial government shutdown has raised many questions among farmers, and rural America.
Farm and Dairy readers share ‘best gifts ever’
Farm and Dairy readers to share stories about the best Christmas gifts they ever received.
Ohio Agricultural Council offers scholarships for 2019-20
The Ohio Agricultural Council offers up to six $1,500 scholarships annually. Applications must be turned in by Feb. 15, 2019.
Pa. approves Shell Falcon ethane pipeline construction permits
Following an extensive review, the Pennsylvania DEP has approved pending permit applications for the Shell Pipeline Company Falcon ethane pipeline project.
Ohio grain farmers get insight into new year
Corn and soybean farmers say they look forward to a new approach with lake Erie, although the issue remains a priority.
Public input sought on new scenic river in Ohio
The Wayne National Forest is trying to identify lands or rivers within that may qualify for designation as a "wilderness area" or a "wild and scenic river."
Belmont SWCD offers ag easement purchase program
Belmont County farmland owners are now able to participate in the Ohio Department of Agriculture's Clean Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program.
Soil Health Partnership announces expansion of pilot associate program
The Soil Health Partnership is expanding a pilot project to give more farmers access to the soil health network.
