Vilsack says bioproducts complement ag, create a new economy
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack spoke about the opportunities of products made from plants and agriculture, during the Bioproducts World Showcase.
They grow ‘sweet fruit and sour people’
The winter of 2014 destroyed the McConnell peach crop, but that’s hasn’t closed the market.
Pumpkin season: Picking, cooking and preserving fall’s favorite fruit
October is peak pumpkin season. Aside from fall decorations, pumpkins can be used for cooking and offer nutritional value.
Marcellus and Utica shale: Southeastern Ohio continues to lead the way
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued 183 permits to drill new wells and 22 were issued granting permission to drill deeper.
Vilsack calls for new beef checkoff program
Two federal beef checkoff assessments? It could happen if industry fails to reach consensus.
Harvest still in early stages, but progress being made
Grain farmers take advantage of mild weather, before the rain.
Ohio Celebrates National 4-H Week Oct. 5-11
Young people across Ohio are celebrating National 4-H Week Oct. 5 though Oct. 11.
“Leave” autumn leaves on your lawn for a healthy yard and clean water
Instead of raking leaves into a pile for pick-up, you might want to consider the option of recycling those leaves on your own property, which is after all, Mother Nature’s method of recycling.
Solving the stink bug problem
Stink bugs are a major problem for farmers and can also be a nuisance for homeowners.
Research shows residual hydraulic fracturing water no risk to groundwater
Hydraulic fracturing, fracking or hydrofracturing, raises many concerns about potential environmental impacts, especially water contamination.
