Roundup of 4-H news for Dec. 7, 2017
The Geauga Beef and Swine 4-H club held its first meeting since the fair Nov. 19.
Small farm workshop set for Jan. 20 in Jefferson
The Ashtabula County Extension office will offer the 2018 Northeast Ohio Small Farm Workshop Jan. 20.
Roundup of FFA news for Dec. 7, 2017
The Northwestern FFA chapter is selling poinsettias. Four-inch pots are $5 and 6-inch pots are $15.
Ag barometer: Producer sentiment slips following harvest
The Ag Economy Barometer fell to 128 in November in what appears to be a post-harvest slump. This is the barometer's second-lowest reading in 2017.
Winter brings an end to difficult year
Harvest is winding down, although a few farmers are still chasing dry days before the cold sets in.
Appalachia is driving growth in oil and gas production
As of November 2017, more than 1,800 wells have been drilled in the Utica-Point Pleasant, and more than 11,300 wells have been drilled in the Marcellus shale.
Guernsey, Holstein breeds partner for classification
The American Guernsey Association is partnering with Holstein Association USA to appraise Guernsey cattle throughout the United States.
Youth can offer hope in Ohio’s opioid fight
Hope for Ohio conference draws youth from across the state, to discuss what they can do in their communities to beat the opioid crisis.
Court extends livestock emissions reporting deadline
A federal court has granted an exemption on livestock emissions reporting to the EPA, and producers now have until Jan. 22.
Shepherd’s Symposium recognizes top Ohio breeders
The Buckeye Shepherd’s Symposium was held Dec. 2, in Wooster, with the Kin family winning the master shepherd award.
