Ohio Department of Agriculture changes H2Ohio deadline back to March 31
On March 30, the application deadline for farmers for the H2Ohio program moved back to its original March 31 date, walking back a COVID-19 deadline change.
Officials say food banks tied up in red tape by USDA
Food banks facing overwhelming demand are being hamstrung by bureaucratic red tape. It's leaving people hungry and putting them in danger.
Ohio state representative pushes for open hunting on coyotes
In response to criticism of an ODNR proposal to change coyote trapping and hunting rules, Rep. Don Jones introduced a new coyote bill in the Ohio House. The new bill would specify that there are no limitation on seasons for hunting or trapping and no permits required to take coyotes.
Agriculture businesses adjust to COVID-19 measures
Many agricultural businesses are still open after stay-at-home orders were enacted, but they’ve changed the way they operate.
COVID-19 boosts dairy sales, but concerns remain for the industry
Demand for fluid milk — half gallons and gallons — at retail outlets surged after the COVID-19 outbreak hit the U.S.
‘Building the airplane as we fly it’: COVID-19 closures bring broadband challenges for rural...
Schools, colleges and some businesses are transitioning to online learning in response to COVID-19 risks. In rural areas with limited broadband access, this presents some challenges.
Labor a challenge for farms during COVID-19 crisis
Agriculture is considered essential business during COVID-19 closures, but farms may face challenges with the H-2A visa program and labor on the farm.
How to start a vegetable garden
Start planning your vegetable garden — learn how to choose a location for your garden, determine what to grow and decide when to plant your vegetables.
Free online field trips, activities and resources for children
With schools closed and children stuck at home, here are some virtual learning resources from local farms, zoos and museums.
Hunters Sharing the Harvest celebrates record year of donations
Pennsylvania hunters donated a record 150,000 pounds of venison to Hunters Sharing the Harvest in 2018. That deer meat went to food banks throughout the state to feed families in need.
