Monthly Archives: October 2002
Golden rule: Wheat could reclaim Ohio crop acres
Ohio wheat growers may be bucking the trend of several years of shrinking wheat production.
Farmers, harvest corn as soon as possible
Potential harvest delays just compound the list of problems corn growers have been facing all season.
Farm Bureau hosts equine conference
Two equine conferences have been planned in Akron and Cincinnati.
Don’t hurry to sign up for new farm program
Waiting for the USDA to shake out the details in the new farm program could be wise strategy.
Christmas walk features church, homes, museum
The James A. Garfield Historical Society in Portage County, Ohio, will host its 2002 Christmas Walk Nov. 1-3, 8-10.
Breast cancer advice from a survivor
"I am lucky and fortunate to be a breast cancer survivor," writes letter writer Pattie Coplin. "Many women refuse to take a proactive role against breast cancer and ignore the situation completely."
Larry Hoover: An equine craftsman
When a medical condition forced Larry Hoover, 54, to sell his draft horses, he didn't drift far from the equine business. He formed Alpine Manufacturing, a company that builds the shafts used in harness racing that connects the horse to the race bike.
Farmer, conservationist both prove praiseworthy at SWCD banquet
Portage County Soil and Water Conservation District members gathered Oct. 3 to honor the county's conservationist of the year and to honor Richard (Dick) Wetzel's 29-year career with the district before his retirement this winter.
Wampum girl shares farm life from different view with special friends
When classmates were readying for their senior homecoming dance at Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, Pa., and anticipating Sept. 28 as one of the best nights of the year, Josie Badger was also preparing for a big night.
Sheep shearing school solves severe shortage
More than 20 flock owners learned the task of shearing sheep last week at a school sponsored by Ohio State University.
