Yearly Archives: 2002
Vocal minority passed Florida hog legislation
Agriculture lost its voice in the recent Florida ballot issue to prohibit the use of gestation stalls for sows.
USDA takes action on several dairy fronts
Milk producers in drought-designated counties are eligible for per-head payment under livestock program.
Tri-State Toy Soldier show at Mountaineer Racetrack Dec. 8
Old and new toy soliders will line up at a special Mountaineer Racetrack show Dec. 8.
Thanksgiving menu stuffed with healthy choices
From the main course to dessert, the traditional Thanksgiving meal is stuffed with healthy food choices, particularly those rich in disease-fighting antioxidants.
People who give, live longer
A University of Michigan study suggests older people who are helpful to others reduce their risk of dying by nearly 60 percent compared to peers who provide neither practical help nor emotional support to relatives, neighbors or friends.
Pastor provides free resources to groups praying for nation’s farmers
This Methodist minister believes swelling the ranks of prayer warriors can only be good for America's endangered farm families.
Pa. Grange puts first woman at helm
Pennsyvlania Grange members elected the first woman to serve in the top position in the 130-year history of the state organization.
Ohio’s ‘oldest old’ a growing part of society
The greatest population growth in Ohio is occurring in the 'oldest of the old,' those 85 or older.
Off again, on again: Court stay checkoff
A federal appeals court granted a stay that permits the pork checkoff to continue collections during an appeal process.
Lecture series highlights Ohio’s growth to present day
The Ohio Bicentennial Commission is coordinating "Ohio and the World," a seven-part lecture series profiling Ohio at 50-year intervals from before statehood to present day.
