Citizen scientist census finds 707 bald eagle nests in Ohio
Thanks to thousands of reports from citizen scientists, 707 bald eagle nests have been confirmed in Ohio — a 151% increase from the 2012 census.
USDA: SNAP benefits up 40% due to COVID-19
With all SNAP-receiving households temporarily eligible to receive maximum benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic, monthly SNAP benefits have increased 40%.
Congress approves legislation to add to small business relief funds
About a week after funding ran out for the Paycheck Protection Program, Congress has added more funds to support small businesses in the COVID-19 crisis.
Agritourism takes a hit, looks for ways to keep going amid pandemic
Right now, with the stay-at-home orders and COVID-19 pandemic, agritourism businesses aren’t able to offer the on-site experience that they normally try to give customers. Instead, it’s carry-out, delivery and retail, while states remain shut down. Events, like live music and wine tastings, have been canceled or postponed.
Extension is still open for business
Pennsylvania and Ohio State Extension offices are closed to the public, but they've gone online to continue helping people.
No plan for this: dairy industry weathers perfect storm
After a perfect storm of bad situations, dairy farmers and processors are trying to find a sustainable way forward in this new world.
ODA waives match requirements for fair grant program
Dorothy Pelanda waived the required $50,000 match required of fairs to receive a grant from the state’s Agricultural Society Facilities Grant Program.
Frost grips grapes in southern Ohio
Southern Ohio vineyards took a hit last week when frost killed off early emerging buds, and northern Ohio grape growers are bracing for the potential in their area as well.
COVID-19 not likely to pose high risk to animals
There's limited research on COVID-19 and animals, but so far, it looks like the virus does not pose a high risk to livestock or pets.
Not everyone happy with $19 billion USDA aid package to farmers
Farmers impacted by COVID-19 are getting $19 billion in aid from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, but some industries say it's not enough.
