Ohio BioPreferred program could boost economy, agriculture
Ohio. Sen. Karen Gillmor has introduced S.B. 131, which would give preferred purchasing considerations by all state agencies and state universities to designated bio-based (BioPreferred) products.
Ohio studies livestock care ballot initiative
SALEM, Ohio -- Lawmakers are considering an amendment to Ohio's constitution that will create and enforce guidelines for proper care of livestock and poultry....
Reviving American chestnuts may mitigate climate change
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- A Purdue University study shows that introducing a new hybrid of the American chestnut tree could not only bring back...
Harrison Co. family contends nothing is impossible with the help of others
Encouraging good stewardship of the land is what an eastern Ohio family hopes to pass on to the next generation.
Misty Acres sets the bar for breed character
A Jackson Center couple is striving for excellence in their Cheviot herd.
Diversification may be key to farm survival in fourth farming generation
Monroe’s Orchards has been in business for 71 years and now encompasses 140 acres.
Emerald Valley Artisan Cheese owner is ‘queen of collaboration’
SCENERY HILL, Pa. -- A person can be defined by the books they read and the people they choose to spend time with, says...
Cultivating connections: Social networking for ag education, direct marketing
(Part II of a two-part series.)SALEM, Ohio -- Social media users have many reasons for investing time online. For three agricultural individuals, it's a...
Garrettsville horse farm knows no gender barriers
D.C. Campbell continues to follow her passion: Building a horse training and rehabilitation business for Thoroughbreds.
Stark County Jail inmates are giving back, one vegetable at a time
An innovative gardening program is launched at Stark County Jail with the hopes of helping those in need.
