Shale court battles: One loss and one settlement in the works
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — A Jefferson County farmer lost his court battle with the Hess Corporation in May.
However, other area landowners may benefit from another...
Farmers once again rush to begin, finish planting before June
With a dry spell finally in place, many farmers spent Memorial Day weekend beginning and finishing spring planting.
Memorial Day: They have not died, nor serve, in vain
Honoring active military members and veterans does not have to be an elaborate undertaking.
What can we expect from summer gasoline prices?
Look for pump prices to run about 6 cents higher than last summer and typically range between $3.45 and $3.90 per gallon.
Smithsonian celebrates Star-Spangled Banner bicentennial beginning June 14
WASHINGTON — Notable celebrities are supporting the National Museum of American History in celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Star-Spangled Banner.
Artists such as Aloe...
Congress reforms inland waterway infrastructure act
The new legislation is being hailed for addressing the need to improve the U.S. inland waterways system. The impact for farmers is huge: More than 60 percent of the nation’s grain exports are transported by barge.
Five Ohioans charged for federal crop insurance fraud
Federal investigation alleges nearly $1.6 million in crop insurance fraud.
Pa. oil and gas conference: Severance tax and legislation are big topics
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Pennsylvania is facing an oil and gas fight over a possible severance tax and legislation regarding minimum royalty payments.
The Pennsylvania Independent...
Biodiesel producers say reduced RFS is hurting business
Survey finds nearly six in ten biodiesel producers have idled production
Farm Science Review to move antique tractor displays
Antique tractors will be moved to the plot areas, allowing more space for commercial exhibits.
