Agritourism adjusts to new guidelines as state opens up
After two months of curbside, carry-out and deliveries, restaurants, wineries, breweries and others in agritourism were able to reopen outdoor dining space to customers May 15.
2020 Fair cancellations
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, some fair boards have canceled all or part of their fair for the 2020 season.
Dairy products sold in Somerset, Westmoreland counties recalled
Consumers should dispose of all dairy products from Moo Echo Dairy, in Somerset County, as the products were not properly pasteurized.
Big Butler Fair canceled for 2020, Butler Farm Show still on
The Big Butler Fair board of directors canceled the fair, scheduled for July 3-11 citing state restrictions on social gatherings due to COVID-19.
CFAP details released, applications to open May 26
Guidelines are out for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program that will give direct payments to farmers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
H2Ohio program funding rebounds amid budget cuts
Despite major budget cuts across state agencies, the Ohio Department of Agriculture will have $50 million available for Ohio farmers to improve conservation practices this year, through the H2Ohio initiative.
Chronic wasting disease detected on Wayne County farm
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio — Chronic wasting disease has been detected at a farm in Wayne County.
New eminent domain legislation is more focused
An Ohio bill aims to give landowners another avenue to fight eminent domain for recreational trails.
Despite challenges, 2020 planting looking more hopeful than last year
The weather gave farmers plenty to talk about in 2019. Heavy rain delayed or prevented planting for many. This year, spring is looking more promising.
As U.S. milk crisis deepens, farmers talk supply control
The U.S. has too much milk. Past attempts to curb the flow haven’t been successful or popular. But farmers may be coming around to supply management plans.
