Friday, May 3, 2024
raccoon

Trapping of furbearers is important for conservation and a host of other reasons. However, the average age of trappers in North America is 50 years old.
farm bureau delegates

County delegates updated policies, revised the membership structure and increased annual dues at the 2021 Ohio Farm Bureau Federation annual meeting. 
Two rainbow trout swimming.

Central State University researchers are aiming to create more opportunities in hemp and aquaculture, with a recently grant-funded project that seeks to get hemp grain approved as a feed ingredient for fish feed, expand markets for hemp and trout and increase diversity in agriculture.
Winter woods

Throughout winter there are obvious and inconspicuous dangers related to weather that hikers should be aware of before venturing into the woods.
Farm and Dairy staff

Farm and Dairy newsroom staff earned national and regional accolades for 2020 writing and design projects.
A family poses together after receiving an award.

At the 2021 Buckeye Shepherd's Symposium, speakers focused on genetics and reproduction. The Ohio Sheep Improvement Association also presented its 2021 awards.
pigs in barn

At Penn State's Emerging Animal Infectious Diseases conference, speakers talked about disease threats for agriculture and ways to prevent or address outbreaks.
Dennis Summers.

The Ohio Department of Agriculture announced Dr. Dennis Summers as Chief of the Division of Animal Health, which is charged with protecting and promoting the health of Ohio’s livestock and poultry industries, Dec. 7. In that capacity, he serves as Ohio’s State Veterinarian and oversees all operations for the division.
Superior Dairy facility

The Michigan Milk Producers Association will acquire Superior Dairy in Canton, Ohio, a subsidiary of LEL Operating Co. 
woodlot

Managing woodlots to encourage the growth of woody browse can attract deer and help maintain your woodlot. Learn how to create an ideal habitat for deer.