USDA funds aim to uncover genetic traits in cattle
The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture has awarded the University of California, Davis, $2.5 million for a national cow genomics project.
National forest returns plaque to Ohio family
A plaque honoring a USDA Forest Service employee has been given to the daughters of the man it honored, Edgar Hollis Norman.
Graham wins Christmas tree scholarship
The Ohio Christmas Tree Association selected Chelsea Graham of Licking County as the recipient of this year’s scholarship.
Ohio State’s AgriNaturalist wins top honor
The 2017 AgriNaturalist was named the top magazine produced by students by the National Agricultural Alumni and Development Association.
John Deere fans gather in Wooster
John Deere fans enjoyed some history this past weekend in Wooster, where several hundred tractors and implements were on display.
Ohio fairs to offer new ride safety program
A new ride inspection program is expected to keep rides safe at this year's fairs.
New power plant approved in Harrison County
The Ohio Power Siting Board authorized Harrison Power LLC to construct a 1,050-megawatt, natural gas-fired electric generation facility in Cadiz, Ohio.
House passes its version of farm bill
The U.S. House narrowly approved its version of the 2018 farm bill, 213–211 in a re-vote June 21 of the same measure that failed in May.
Free food at work may significantly boost your caloric intake
Next time you reach for the sugary goodies your coworker brought into the break room, be aware that it may be causing an increase in the calories you eat.
The cheesy part of family memories
Ben Biery, the fourth generation to lead Biery Cheese, Louisville, Ohio, is pushing the envelope in the cheese industry. Biery tests new flavors and packaging for customer convenience.
