Roundup of 4-H news for the week of Dec. 1, 2016
Catch up on local 4-H news for the week of Dec. 1, 2016.
We want to see your #festivefarms!
Do you decorate your farm for the holidays? Send your pictures or video clips or share on social media using the hashtag #festivefarms.
Why do I need farm insurance?
Insurance is one of the most common risk management tools farmers and agriculture business owners take advantage of to protect their investments.
How to make delicious Brussels sprouts
Although Brussels sprouts have a reputation for being one of the most hated vegetables, but could it be you're just not cooking them right?
Fight your horse’s canker hoof infection early
If your horse is sensitive to having its feet touched, has discharge, or has strange-looking tissue, call your vet immediately. Canker hoof infection home remedies promoted on the internet don’t work.
EPA issues final Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for ethanol
The total renewable fuel volume will grow 1.2 billion gallons from 2016 to 2017, a 6 percent increase.
New natural gas infrastructure to up transport from Utica
Multiple pipeline projects are under review that could help get the Utica shale gas to new markets.
DIY low tunnel: a way to extend growing season
A low tunnel allows growers to plant earlier in spring, and produce longer in fall. Learn more about this simple and inexpensive gardening method.
Thanksgiving dinner under $5 per person this year
The average cost of this year's Thanksgiving dinner for 10 is $49.87, a 24-cent decrease from last year's average of $50.11.
USDA leaders Ohio Rural Development’s Tony Logan receives award
The Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative awarded USDA Ohio Rural Development State Director Tony Logan its 2016 Partnership Award.
