Thursday, April 18, 2024
solar panels sit behind a fence

Supporters of the Ohio SB 52 and HB 118 say there is a need for more local say in these types of projects and that the current public input process through the Ohio Power Siting Board isn’t effective.

Dave Hively and his family have been tapping maple trees for six generations. They usually tap more than 800 trees each year on their Mahoning County farm.
The midway at the Canfield Fair.

Fair boards can plan on having full fairs in Ohio this year, said Gov. Mike DeWine in a March 11 press conference.  “Based upon what we are seeing now, our anticipation is that we will be able to have full county fairs … this year,” DeWine said.
horse

According to investigators, Lisa Braniff stole from her mother's estate to purchase a horse farm in Mount Vernon. She was charged with theft and forgery.
Loudonville FFA Officer team with State FFA President, Holly McClay

The Loudonville FFA Alumni and Supporters started a micro-loan program to help FFA members get started in an ownership SAE.

Tillage can be part of a holistic soil health management system, according to results of a study released by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture.
ground ivy

Wild herbs can be used to relieve sinus pressure and other allergy symptoms. Learn how to find, harvest and use them to combat your seasonal allergies.
A picture of a farm on a sunny day.

The National Farmers Union concluded its annual convention with addresses from agriculture officials, including Tom Vilsack, and voting on 2021 policies.
Thomas Puch

The Ohio Certified Crop Adviser Program is announcing Thomas Puch, of Carrollton, Ohio, as the 2021 CCA of the Year.
Beef Expo auction

Planning is underway for the Ohio Cattlemen's Association's (OCA) 2021 Ohio Beef Expo scheduled for March 18-21 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus.