First case of scrapie detected in U.S. sheep in more than 5 years
The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed classical scrapie in a sheep slaughtered at a facility in Oregon. Scrapie is an fatal, degenerative disease that impacts sheep and goats.
A son’s tribute: Tractor roadside lineup honors late Portage County farmer
Kevin Kibler set up a July 4th roadside display of over 20 tractors spanning nearly 80 years in Edinburg Township to honor his late father, Bill. The impressive tribute of classic Farmalls and Internationals captivated passersby across Portage County.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 68 (7-30-26)
Editor Rachel Wagoner and Reporter Liz Partsch break down the headlines from Farm and Dairy's July 30, 2026 issue.
Agricultural Center at Ohio Expo Center is a centerpiece of the long-range Expo 2050...
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and state ag leaders unveiled the new 177,000-square-foot Ohio Agricultural Center at the Expo Center earlier this week. Part of a $460M renovation, the facility features interactive exhibits and career displays designed to inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders. You can see it all at the Ohio State Fair that opened July 29 and runs through Aug. 9.
Columbiana County Agriculture Hall of Fame to induct Stryffeler
The late Herbert L. Stryffeler of Butler Township will be enshrined in the Columbiana County Agriculture Hall of Fame during a ceremony Aug. 4. Stryffeler brought modern milking tech to Columbiana County as the founder of Stryffeler Dairy Service. His daughter recalled how he kept a 24/7 open-door policy at his home, allowing neighboring farmers to come into his basement shop at any hour to pick up spare parts and leave handwritten notes so their operations wouldn't grind to a halt.
Spotted lanternfly detected in Kanawha County, West Virginia
Kanawha County is the 22nd county in West Virginia where spotted lanternfly have been detected. Those living in West Virginia are being asked to report SLF sightings to the WVDA.
Ohio State Fair unveils birthday cake deviled egg
Birthday Cake deviled eggs headline the 2026 Ohio State Fair as Ohio Poultry Association debuts an America 250 flight plus new poultry dishes and classics.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 67 (7-23-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in Farm and Dairy newspaper for the week of July 23, 2026.
Ohio EPA scraps rule to permit data center discharge into waterways
The Ohio EPA scrapped a statewide general permit allowing data centers to discharge wastewater into local waterways after receiving 7,000+ public comments. Environmentalists and farmers applauded the move, citing PFAS and thermal pollution risks.
2026 Harrison County Junior Fair results
The Harrison County Junior Fair Sale, held on June 26, 2026 in Cadiz, Ohio, brought in $572,865.05. Find the full photo gallery and results here.
