Pennsylvania officials say it’s time to reboot efforts for clean water
Strategy recognizes two goals for success: clean water and viable farms.
President vetoes Congressional attempt to repeal WOTUS
U.S. House and Senate vote to nullify WOTUS rule, but president insists it should stay.
Amish farmer and author shares story of the simple life
Larksong Farm is a place of conservation, dairy production, nature and enjoyment.
A roundup of FFA news for the week of Jan. 21, 2016
This week's roundup includes news from the Pennsylvania FFA's midwinter convention as well as the Black River, Hillsdale and Smithville FFA chapters.
Ohio Safe Room rebate program now accepting applications
The program provides a rebate for the purchase, construction and installation of tornado safe rooms for Ohio homeowners.
Central State University garners federal funds to cultivate ag students
Central State University has secured $2 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service to support the development of a well-qualified and diverse pool of students interested in agriculture/engineering.
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of Jan. 21, 2016
This week's roundup includes news from the Lone Rangers, Circle 62 and Western Reserve Rangers 4-H clubs.
Can’t ignore the trends in agriculture
Editor Susan Crowell encourages farmers not to ignore trends in her commentary this week. "Agriculture is an industry that is ripe for massive change and disruption," says futurist Jim Carroll.
Holstein sets new milk record: 74,650 pounds
A Holstein in Wisconsin, Bur-Wall Buckeye Gigi, has set a national milk production record of 74,650 pounds of milk, with 2,126 pounds of fat and 2,142 pounds of protein.
Rauch family overcomes struggles
Sometimes it is all hands on deck at Rauclif Farms, in Little Hocking, Ohio, but Bradley and Katie Marks, Jody and Jamey Rauch and the rest of the Rauch family have all found their roles on the family farm. The farm has had its fair share of struggles and triumphs, but farming is something this family loves to do.
