Monthly Archives: July 2008
That’s Mrs. Quixote to you
Et tu, Farm and Dairy? Recently, this very newspaper ran an article about the ability to have your very own windmill to create electricity...
Dairy researchers have seen the light; farmers should, too
We're going to do it. A whole column that doesn't mention the two four-letter words we are growing to hate: f_ _ d and...
Ohio’s dairy labeling law goes to court
Ohio's new dairy labeling law is being challenged in court.
A new view on cattle production
When Max and Mary VanBuren moved to a reclaimed strip mine farm near Lisbon, Ohio, in 1999, they were aiming to do something a little unconventional.
Pigeon King owes $23 million
SALEM, Ohio -- More details have emerged regarding the financial status of the defunct Pigeon King International and its bankruptcy proceedings.In a statement signed...
Pigeon King International: Breeders struggle to get rid of pigeons
SALEM, Ohio -- Randy Snyder took his time researching the Pigeon King International breeding opportunity before he jumped in with both feet and his...
Parasites pose a problem in pastures
Summer grazing management is generally about slowing paddock rotations and providing the grass plant with an adequate recovery period before another grazing pass is...
ODA concedes in fight with egg farm
SALEM, Ohio -- The Ohio Department of Agriculture has ended its two-year fight with Ohio Fresh Eggs and says it will not appeal a...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of July 10, 2008
COLLINS, Ohio — During the week of June 23-27, the Western Reserve FFA held its annual Safety Town.
Children were taught about farm safety and...
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of July 10, 2008
CARROLLTON, Ohio — The Kangaroo Krew 4-H club met June 27 with 11 members present.
The club discussed project judging, animal sales and the upcoming...
