Yearly Archives: 2007
Sheep producers further their causes
COLUMBUS - Recently, two representatives from the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association, Jim Percival and Roger High, traveled to the nation's capitol for the annual American Sheep Industry Spring Legislative Trip.
Excellency rewarded by Laurel FFA
NEW CASTLE, Pa. - The Laurel FFA's 51st annual awards banquet took place May 10. Eighteen of Laurel's FFA members received their Greenhand awards.
Legislators look to change farm equipment depreciation rules
SALEM, Ohio - If a federal initiative goes through, American farmers will get some long overdue relief when it comes tax time - and when it comes time to spend on a new tractor or combine.
Clean diesel coming to farms near you
SALEM, Ohio - The Environmental Protection Agency is getting just what it asked for: cleaner diesel fuel.
Treasure hunters
SALEM, Ohio - They're hiding everywhere. In trees, under rocks, behind guardrails. Every time you hike a nature trail or sit on a park bench, they're right there.
Egg farm not guilty of animal cruelty
SALEM, Ohio - The two men who own and manage Esbenshade Egg Farms have been found not guilty of the animal cruelty charges filed against them in January 2006.
Diary of a geocacher
Wednesday, May 23 10:37 a.m. I'm ready to set off on my first geocaching experience. I'm looking forward to it, although I have some reservations about a game where you have to follow directions - I can barely find my way to work on a good day.
Bill looks to relieve landowner liability
SALEM, Ohio - Pennsylvania landowners will have the law on their side if House Bill 13 is approved by the state's Senate.
Renewable diesel battle is brewing
SALEM, Ohio - The soybean growers and traditional biodiesel producers are on one side; livestock producers, the world's largest meat processor and a global energy company are on the other.
Graduation brings a new chapter
Life is made up of a million and one ordinary days, but into this mix are sprinkled some truly momentous moments, usually spread out with wonderful harmony and the balance of time.
