Roundup of 4-H news for June 14, 2018
The Country Clovers 4-H club met June 4 at Rush pavilion, New Philadelphia. There were 36 members present.
Kent State invests in new veterinary facility
Kent State University at Trumbull made a financial investment of $250,000 to the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County to build a joint-use facility.
Pa. touts 550,0000 acres of preserved farmland in 30 years
The Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture recently announced that the state has preserved 550,000 acres of farmland over the last three decades.
Farmers slightly more optimistic for future
Agricultural producer sentiment rose last month to its highest level since January 2017, as producers expressed an improved view of current conditions.
Senate farm bill moves out of committee
The Senate Ag Committee passed its version of the 2018 farm bill out of committee with a 20-1 vote earlier today.
Penn State’s training was life-saving for farmer
A Pennsylvania farmer trapped in a grain bin in May was rescued by first responders who knew how to save him, thanks to training from Penn State Extension.
Pa. deer test positive for Chronic Wasting Disease
Three captive deer have tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease in Pennsylvania, according to the Pa. Department of Agriculture.
Weather extends maple season in Ohio, Pa.
This year’s maple season was historically longer in the United States. On average, the season lasted 42 days, compared with 37 days in 2017.
Grain farming: There’s an app for that
The Spillmans farm 2,600 acres in Tuscarawas and Stark counties in Ohio. They use an app to keep field records, collaborate and save money.
Penn State unveils renovated agricultural engineering building
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held June 8 to mark the official opening of Penn State’s rebuilt and renovated Agricultural Engineering Building.
