Author of The Fracking Debate to speak March 1
Daniel Raimi, author of The Fracking Debate: the Risks, Benefits, and Uncertainties of the Shale Revolution, will give a presentation at Penn State March 1.
Ginseng hunters reminded to note March deadline
American ginseng hunters are being reminded that uncertified root may not be possessed after March 31 without a weight receipt.
Pa. farmland preservation reaches $1 billion milestone
The Pennsylvania farmland preservation marked a milestone in the history of the nation-leading program, committing more than $1 billion since 1988.
Morgan, Guernsey counties offer conservation enhancement funding
Individuals interested in applying for the Conservation Enhancement and Outreach Project should make an appointment with a local NRCS conservationist.
OEFFA recognizes members for stewardship, service
Over 1,000 farmers and local food advocates came together for the 39th annual Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association conference Feb. 16-17 in Dayton.
Locals lead at Championship Tractor Pull
Pullers from Ohio and Pennsylvania were among the top finishers at the 50th Championship Tractor Pull in Louisville, Kentucky.
Second Michigan farm confirmed with bovine tuberculosis
A trace investigation from a bovine tuberculosis (TB) infected herd in Ottawa County, Mich., has led to the identification of a bovine TB positive roping cattle herd in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. An Indiana herd is also linked to the outbreak.
Improved soybean root traits = better yield
Findings from Penn State researchers have implications for plant breeders and improving crop productivity in nutrient-poor soils.
Engineers make wearable sensors for plants
Find out more about the new, low-cost, easily produced, graphene-based, sensors-on-tape that can be attached to plants to provide data to farmers.
Ohio approves two large solar farms
The Ohio Power Siting Board has approved two solar projects, one in Brown County and one in Hardin County, that would become the largest solar farms in Ohio once constructed.
