3-year-old Holstein tops Daffodil Dairy Sale
The high selling consignment in the sale at $2,900 was a 3-year-old Holstein purchased by Trent Neuenschwander, of Dalton, Ohio.
Learn about Irish Dexter cattle
The Ohio Valley Dexter Breeders Association are hosting an annual Dexter cattle show at the Richland County Fairgrounds on May 13 at 9 a.m.
Study: Combining ear tags, implants stimulates cattle growth
When ear tags and an injectable growth implant called Long Range were used together, the study found cattle increased live weight gain by 30 to 40 pounds.
Scholarships available for Ashtabula County students
The Ashtabula County Agricultural Scholarship Fund is open to those studying ag, natural resources, family and consumer sciences or environmental sciences.
Development of natural gas reported, unconventional
Shale gas had its origins in the oil embargos and energy crises of the 1970s, which led to government research to increase domestic energy supplies.
Pa. Holsteins in show ring spotlight
The Pennsylvania Holstein Association held its spring show March 17 at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg.
Honey bees prefer country blossoms to city blooms
Hungry honey bees appear to favor flowers in agricultural areas over those in neighboring urban areas.
Roundup of FFA news for March 30, 2017
Ohio FFA Vice President At-Large Ryan Matthews visited the Crestview FFA chapter March 17.
IRS warns of last-minute scams
As the 2017 tax filing season winds down to the April 18 deadline, be aware the IRS doesn’t ask for personal info over phone or via email.
Community supports Pennsylvania auctioneer Beth Hillmar
An all-day benefit Saturday, April 1, will raise funds to help well-known Pennsylvania auctioneer Beth Hillmar, who spent 61 days in the hospital this winter following complications from surgery.
