Grow history: plant heirloom fruits and vegetables
Growing heirlooms in the home garden helps preserve genetic diversity and biodiversity of plant species. Learn more about 12 heirlooms to try this spring.
Ohio soybean grower first to lead checkoff
John Motter operates his family's grain farm and helps promote the soybean industry, through his work on USB.
Roundup of FFA news for Feb. 23, 2017
The West Muskingum FFA chapter placed fourth in the Ag Sales Career Development Event, held at Harrison Central.
Economist talks trade, ag policy at National Farmers Conference
During the 2017 National Farmers Convention, economist and farmers talked trade and agricultural policy for the new year.
New York organic group to hold hemp and crop update
The meeting will include an update on organic hemp production and presentations on nutrient balancing, crop production and alternative forage production.
U.S. lifestyle choices to blame for decline in life expectancy
For the first time in two decades, the life expectancy of Americans declined slightly, and the overall death rate rose.
Hilcorp and earthquakes: Pa. officials find correlation
Seismic events that occurred in western Lawrence County on April 25, 2016, were likely correlated to natural gas hydraulic fracturing by Hilcorp Energy Co.
Stone Lab courses available to applicants
High school and college students and educators can apply for a wide range of college credit courses covering topics from aquatic biology to zoology.
Top producers recognized at Pennsylvania Dairy Summit
The Center for Dairy Excellence, Pennsylvania Dairymen's Association, and the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania recognized five leaders.
Roundup of 4-H news for Feb. 23, 2017
The Mahoning County Junior Fair Board met in February. The members were encouraged to volunteer to assist with several special events this spring.
