FFA News Round-up for the week of April 2, 2026
West Holmes FFA, West Branch FFA, Racine Southern FFA, Delta FFA and Ashland FFA chapters have been busy. See what they're up to.
‘Is it worth it?’ New highway study threatens Morrow County farmland
Morrow County farmers and officials unite against the Ohio Department of Transportation's proposed U.S. 23/I-71 connector, fearing a new four-lane highway will destroy prime farmland for a six-minute shortcut.
‘Never seen anything like it:’ Why a bagpiper marches through the Ohio Beef Expo
Discover the story behind the Ohio Beef Expo’s most unique tradition—a world-class bagpiper leading the Shorthorn Lassie Queens to the show ring.
Funds from Ohio-DuPont settlement to be released for local drinking water projects
Settlement money will be given to Belmont, Gallia, Lawrence, Meigs, Morgan and Washington counties to support local drinking water infrastructure projects in over a dozen communities.
West Virginia miners die within 24 hours at separate mines
Two coal miners in West Virginia died less than 24 hours apart in separate workplace accidents at mines in Raleigh and Marshall counties.
The essential guide to mineral supplementation for grazing livestock
Minerals may be required in only small amounts, but their impact on livestock health and productivity is enormous. For farmers managing cattle, sheep and...
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 51 (4-2-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in Farm and Dairy newspaper for the week of April 2, 2026.
Saving the Shire: Greenlee Farms preserves, promotes rare draft horse breed
From the cockpit of a Black Hawk helicopter to the rolling pastures of Utica, PA, veteran Tom Greenlee and his wife Lisa are on a mission to preserve one of the world’s rarest horse breeds. With fewer than 3,000 Shire horses left in North America,Tom and Lisa Greelee, of Greenlee Farms, are dedicated to breeding, educating and promoting these "gentle giants."
Ohio Wildflower Bloom Report 2026: Where to find the best spring blooms
Plan your spring hike with the ODNR’s weekly Ohio Wildflower Bloom reports. Discover when and where native species like bluebells and trilliums are peaking across Ohio’s state nature preserves and parks.
Brinker recognized as as points champion for Unlimted Open Farm
Brad Brinker, of Ashland, Ohio, was recognized as the points champion for the 2025 Unlimited Open Farm tractor pulling class at a banquet Feb. 21.
