Roundup of FFA news for Oct. 23, 2025
Catch up on local FFA news from Delta FFA, Northwestern FFA, Waterford FFA, West Holmes FFA, Black River FFA, Norwayne FFA, Mount Vernon FFA and more.
Pastures suffer as Ohio, Pa. see second year of drought
Back-to-back droughts in summer and a wet spring have left pastures struggling to grow, leading many farmers to dip into their hay supplies early.
Marietta City Council declares emergency over Class II injection wells
Marietta City Council passed a resolution urging the Ohio General Assembly to establish a three-year moratorium on Class II injection wells in the county.
Trump floats buying Argentinian beef to cut prices for Americans
President Donald Trump suggested importing more Argentinian beef to lower U.S. prices on Oct. 19, but farm groups warn it could hurt American producers.
Dairy farms encouraged to host interns, apprentices
Dairy producers from Pennsylvania and beyond are encouraged to apply to be a host farm in the 2026 On-Farm Internship Program.
Buckeye Bash returns to Richland County Fairgrounds
The 44th annual Buckeye Bash, hosted by the Ohio State University Alumni Club of Richland County, will be held at Richland County Fairgrounds on Nov. 17.
Gala at Canton Art Museum promises immersive experience
The Art Inspires Gala 2025 will feature the pre-opening of the 90th Anniversary signature exhibition, Shattered Glass: The Women Who Elevated American Art.
Christmas in Bethlehem coming to Navarre Village
The Navarre Bethlehem Township Historical Society will soon host its Christmas in Bethlehem event on Nov. 7 and Nov. 8.
Boat dock lottery for 16 Ohio State Parks now open
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has opened the online application for its boat dock lottery, offering boat dock slips at 16 scenic state parks.
Ohio Forestry Association Foundation accepting grant applications
The Ohio Forestry Association Foundation opened its grant application window for small-scale projects on Oct. 8.
