Roundup of FFA news for July 19, 2018
Catch up on news from Waterford FFA, Miami Trace FFA and Great Oaks FFA.
‘Landscape of Fear’ not so scary after all
According to findings from Utah State University ecologists, Yellowstone’s “landscape of fear” is not as scary as first thought.
Does seasonal lamb production affect the demand for lamb?
The seasonal supply of lamb is inconsistent, which leads to market price volatility, and consequences for carcass size and/or quality.
Produce safety reviews available
The ODA is offering produce growers free Food and Drug Administration-approved consultations to help farmers comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act.
Could traceability boost beef value?
Advances in technology and evolved consumer buying trends might breathe new life into the idea of a national beef traceability system in the U.S.
Earth Angels Farm, helping people connect
Mahoning Valley nonprofit, Earth Angels Farm, works with people who have physical and mental difficulties by connecting them with plants and animals.
Pearl Valley Cheese wins Ohio State Fair contest
Pearl Valley Cheese Co. received the Ohio State Fair grand champion rosette for their Swiss cheese and the reserve champion rosette for their Emmentaler cheese.
Sarchione Auto Group pledges $300,000 to Portage County Randolph Fair
The Sarchione Auto Group has pledged $300,000 to secure naming rights to the new 22,000 square foot livestock complex at the Portage County Randolph Fairgrounds.
National DHIA seeks scholarship applicants
National Dairy Herd Information Association will award approximately 20 scholarships. Learn more about eligibility requirements and find out how to apply.
It’s a weather grain market (again)
The crops are ahead of normal in development, well on the way to an early harvest. Here's veteran grain merchandiser Marlin Clark on the current grain market.
