Yearly Archives: 2004
Ohio exceeds milestone of 100 bald eagle nests
Number of nests has increased from four to 105 in 25 years.
NASA satellites improve response to global agricultural change
Information is crucial in decisions affecting U.S. agriculture, trade policy, and food aid.
Is composting economical option for downer cattle?
Livestock that are composted with the approved technique are reduced to clean bones in four to six months.
Fruit growers host tour June 30
Two orchard tours focusing on horticultural aspects of fruit production and diseases and insects are offered.
Farm and Dairy writer earns national award
Farm and Dairy reporter Kristy Hebert received a third-place award in the North American Agricultural Journalists' 2004 writing contest.
Cattlemen say ‘no’ to BSE testing
Farmers could expect to pay $30 more per cow if 100 percent BSE testing is implemented, economist says.
Guernseys get help from Holsteins
Guernsey owners will soon be able to register their cows online.
A match made in Mexico
A U.S. ag program pairs foreign workers with farmers, but complaints continue. Could a bill now in Congress be the answer?
Storage adds dollars to hay value
One expert says storage is always controllable and the most easily improved hay management tool.
Experts say region has pluses to draw ethanol plant here
Organizers of the Meadville, Pa., plant plan urged to take small steps in planning the facility.
