Researchers create potatoes with higher levels of carotenoids
Potatoes with higher levels of beneficial carotenoids are the result of U.S. Department of Agriculture studies to improve one of America’s most popular vegetables.
Marlington High School: New program hopes to open doors in oil and gas industry...
A pilot program between the Ohio Department of Education and Marlington High School began this year, and there are 22 students in the program.
Belmont Co. couple seeks $2 million in lawsuit against Oxford Oil Co.
A Belmont County couple has filed a lawsuit seeking more than $2 million from Oxford Oil Company over an oil and gas lease signed in 2006.
Ohio Supreme Court orders ODNR to show progress in compensating landowners
Landowners near Grand Lake St. Marys still waiting for their compensation.
Election 2012: Presidential candidates’ ag policy positions
With elections just a few days away, here is a look at where the presidential candidates stand on key farm issues.
Farmers, are you ready for Hurricane Sandy’s high winds or flooding?
Farmers need to prepare for the potential of heavy rains, flooding and high winds related to Hurricane Sandy.
U.S. Forest Service report shows fewer trees dying in nation’s forests
WASHINGTON -- The number of dead trees on 750 million acres of public and private forests across America is on the decline for the...
Simplifying contracts makes CSAs more appealing to potential members
Community Supported Agriculture organizations or CSAs are working to simplify the contracts between consumers and local farmers.
Pa. bills to allow larger farm equipment on roads heads to governor
Larger farm equipment over the years means farmers need more roadway allowance, says Pa. farm bureau.
Smartphone app helps control invasive species
Ohio State University Extension has released a new app for spotting and tracking invasive species -- non-native organisms such as Asian carps, purple loosestrife and Asian longhorned beetle -- to try to keep them from setting up beachheads and hurting the economy and environment.
