June Dairy Month not time to celebrate
URBANA, Ill. -- June Dairy Month marks the midpoint of 2009, a year that clearly will not be "kind" to dairy producers, said a...
Veterinarians at high risk for viral, bacterial infections from animals
AMES, Iowa -- The recent H1N1 influenza epidemic has raised many questions about how animal viruses move to human populations. Potential route One potential...
Giant hogweed found in Butler County
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is warning residents of Forward Township in Evans City, Butler County, that giant hogweed, a noxious and invasive weed that can cause blistering and scarring on the skin of susceptible people, has been confirmed in their area.
Produce growers debate agreement
COLUMBUS -- Leafy green vegetable growers are preparing for the possibility of a national agreement that would set standards for the production and handling...
Dump your milk: California dairymen say two-day dump would help market
California milk producers trying to increase market prices are encouraging dairymen to dump their milk May 31 and June 1.
A little bit of everything: Ohio farm goes for different breeds
JEFFERSON, Ohio — Diversity, sustainability and self-sufficiency are words to farm by for Ralph and Connie Rice of Jefferson.
From sheep without wool to...
‘Thanks, Dad’
He taught you how to drive a tractor, pushed you on the swing and drove you to all your sports practices. He silently held...
A final salute: Playing taps for 63 years
For 63 years, an Ashland County man has played his own tribute on Memorial Day to those who serve.
Ohioan makes it through first year at West Point
When the 1,300 young men and women entered the gates of the United States Military Academy last June to begin careers as officers in the U.S. Army, time became a watch word.
Ag Greeks raise record funds in support of farmers with disabilities
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Penn State University agricultural Greek organizations raised more than $700 to help a Somerset County dairy farmer. Members...
