Camp Muskingum debuts Discovery Center
Ohio FFA Camp Muskingum hosted summer FFA camps in its new Discovery Center in June, five years after the old nature center was lost to a fire.
USDA confirms BSE in Alabama cow
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced an atypical case of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), a neurologic disease of cattle, in an eleven-year old cow in Alabama.
How to maintain your septic system
Learn to understand a conventional gravity-flow septic tank system, and keep it operating safely at the lowest possible cost.
Black vulture attacks on the rise
In the last 10-15 years black vulture attacks on Ohio livestock have increased. There are steps you can take to protect your livestock without breaking the law.
How to reduce the risk of swine flu during fair season
It’s important for fair organizers, visitors and pork exhibitors to have a comprehensive plan in place to reduce the risk of swine flu transmission.
Market hog sets sale record at Trumbull County Fair
The Trumbull County Fair held its market livestock sale July 15 with 279 lots and a sale total of $259,673.80.
Ohio Sheep Day focuses on flock health
Ohio Sheep Day was July 15, at the OARDC sheep research facility in Wooster. Sheep producers from all over Ohio learned about Ohio State’s research on parasites, pasture management, weaning and confinement barns.
Field day puts the spotlight on family
Family Farm Field Day covers the social and economic aspects of farm production.
6 tips to keep your livestock parasite free
Learn more about livestock management techniques that can reduce your herd's risk for parasite infection, and stop its spread when cases are discovered.
First case of swine flu serves as reminder
Ohio officials have confirmed the first case of swine flu for this year's county fair season, and advise fairgoers to use good hygiene.
