Preserving the birds of the past: Poultry conference promotes heritage poultry breeds
The Sustainable Poultry Network conference was held Oct. 5-7 in Wilmot, Ohio. Poultry producers met to discuss topics of breeding, flock management and challenges with raising heritage breeds.
Co-ops set records for income for fourth consecutive year
Cooperatives earned $6.5 billion in net income and generated $246.7 billion in total revenue last year.
Holmes County recognizes 4-H volunteers
Holmes County hands out 4-H volunter awards at banquet.
New Holmes County Fairgrounds making progress
The new Holmes County Fairgrounds continues to grow, with a major project out to bid right now.
Farm and Dairy’s week in review: 10/9
This week’s top stories include cool weather chicken coop prep, a possible recurrence of avian flu, October gardening tips and more.
Vermicomposting: How to turn waste into compost over winter
Vermicomposting is an effective way to manage food waste over winter, plus it creates plenty of dark, rich compost to start seeds in spring.
Pork suppliers should limit expansion plans
The pork industry has largely overcome the impacts of the 2014 PED virus but industry producers should limit their plans for expansion.
Region’s oil and gas drilling activity slows, as oil prices stay low
Shale permits plummet in Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
State attorneys say CAUV suit in wrong court, want it dismissed
State argues sovereign immunity in case against Ohio Department of Taxation.
Not your average farmers market: Pickwick Place connects consumers with agriculture
Pickwick Place is a place to support local producers and learn about where your food comes from. It features three entities: Pickwick Place Market, a farmer’s market; The Loft, an event center and reception hall; and Acres of Adventure, a hands-on activity center.
