Monthly Archives: July 2008
Animal welfare: Consumers want to know farm animals are cared for
WASHINGTON -- Can consumers and farmers come to the table to discuss animal care and welfare down on the farm?The American Farm Bureau Federation...
A roundup of FFA news
CASTALIA, Ohio — On July 15, members of Margaretta FFA chapter gathered at Kalie Bodey’s house for a summer meeting, swimming and a cookout....
A roundup of 4-H news
CARROLLTON, Ohio — The Carroll County Beef Club met June 29 at the home of Johnna Mangun. Members discussed barns and mulch for the...
Lonely Worker
This photo, snapped by Judy Crilley, took first place in the 2007 Huff Run Watershed amateur photo contest. The contest is designed to highlight...
Nightly chocolate habit isn’t a bad thing
A box of Daffin's chocolate sits within reach of my bed. I want you to know I don't over-indulge. One chocolate piece a night...
Economy: ‘Positive, but subdued’
Well, Mr. Obama and Mr. McCain, let's hear it.Let's hear your spiels for turning the U.S. economy around. Tell us your platform for staving...
Hazard A Guess: Week of July 24, 2008
Each week Farm and Dairy challenges readers to identify a small tool or gadget.
Putting things into perspective
On more than one occasion, I get all hung up on my deadlines, my responsibilities, and my perceived importance in the world.
During these...
Late summer a good time to think about pastures and hay crops
Late summer can be an excellent time to establish new forage stands. It is also a good time to seed in bare or thin...
If only farmers could run the world
“As part of a training exercise, those newly-inducted were served orders that they could run the world as individuals for a full seven days....
