Reminder: Yew plant is poisonous and even fatal; 4-H’ers learn hard way
A Salem family lost three beef cows June 5, two of which were 4-H cows, due to accidental yew poisoning.
How much nitrogen does your field really need?
A new tool helps farmers feed crops only as much as they really need, saving money and the environment.
Natural gas byproducts could gain as exports
The Utica and Marcellus shales are producing more than just natural gas. Some are suggesting the byproducts be exported.
Farm equipment manufacturers optimistic about continued sales growth
Manufacturers of agricultural machinery are optimistic about near-term business expectations in most parts of the world.
‘FAMACHA’ training for sheep producers
CALDWELL, Ohio — Sheep and goat owners interested in using the FAMACHA system as a selective de-worming tool will want to attend a Sheep...
Kansas wheat farmer files lawsuit against Monsanto over GE wheat
A Kansas wheat farmer filed a federal lawsuit against Monsanto June 3, and more cases are expected, after a field of genetically modified wheat was found in Oregon, causing wheat prices to fall.
DEP to eliminate dangerous mine highwall in Allegheny County
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation has begun its Coal Run Project in Bridgeville Borough, Allegheny County.
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AQHA urges uniform adoption of therapeutic medicine
AMARILLO, Texas — The American Quarter Horse Association is urging all horsemen and racing jurisdictions involved with American Quarter Horse racing to begin the...
Blueberries profitable option in Ohio
A grower who produces 3,000 pounds of blueberries per acre (which is about average for Ohio) and earns $5 a pound can see $15,000 per acre in gross revenue.
U.S.-China pork merger to impact market
Exact impact is unknown, but could be significant for U.S.-Chinese pork producers.
