Back to local
The COVID-19 crisis seems to be pushing people away from grocery stores chains and back to local food sources, like farmers markets and on-farm stores.
Ohio State Extension cancels 4-H events, camps
Ohio State University Extension is canceling all 4-H events, activities and programs through July 6, and all 4-H camps through Aug. 31, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kirk Bloir, Ohio's 4-H assistant director told 4-H members and volunteers in an email today.
Budget challenges could reduce H2Ohio funding for farmers
Between unexpectedly high sign-up numbers, and COVID-19-related budget issues, it appears the H2Ohio funding set aside for farmers this year could shrink.
Farmers prep for spring planting amid COVID-19 market impacts
This spring is far from a normal planting season. While farming is considered essential business amid COVID-19 shut downs, the global pandemic has had a dramatic effect on agriculture. But with spring planting slated to begin in the next few weeks in Ohio, most farmers expect to proceed with their planting as planned.
USDA cuts red tape for Ohio food banks
Ohio food banks got some needed relief after the U.S. Department of Agriculture approved a waiver that will protect staff, volunteers and clients.
Meat packers hit hard by coronavirus pandemic
The packing industry is being hit hard by COVID-19, with meat facilities across the country slowing or suspending production because workers are sick or staying home.
Why milk is being dumped right now
Farmers are being asked to dump loads of milk while some grocery stores are limiting milk purchases. What's the deal? It's complicated, but we'll explain.
No funeral, no problem: Town honors farmer with tractor processional
Since the funeral would allow only 10 people, neighbors showed up on tractors to form a processional to the cemetery, in memory of Bill Cameron.
Shutdown leaves 2020 fair season in question
As 4-H events are canceled and postponed in response to COVID-19, fair officials are taking a wait and see approach to the 2020 fair season.
Ohio FFA cancels 2020 convention
The 2020 Ohio FFA Convention has been canceled, following concerns and orders on the COVID-19 pandemic.
