Monthly Archives: November 2010
Food safety bill promises major change
WOOSTER, Ohio -- A major food safety bill that will increase and combine regulatory powers of the Department of Health and Human Services,U.S. Secretary...
Small farm, big impact: Contest winner hopes video educates
By ANDY ANDREWSSpecial correspondentHERSHEY, Pa. -- She has only three head of cows, a very small herd of Icelandic sheep, beef cattle, egg layers...
Some advice on controlling weeds, applying 2,4-D
By Mark Loux, extension specialist, OSU Weed ScienceCOLUMBUS -- The first half of November is usually an effective time to control winter annual weeds...
Quality standardbred industry showcased at Pa. horse sale
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Agriculture Secretary Russell C. Redding recently said a standardbred horse sale held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center...
He’s hooked! Duane Keener receives Pro Pullers 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award
By JOYCE L. RITCHIEContributing WriterASHLAND, Ohio -- The Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League honored longtime Ohio tractor puller Duane Keener with its 2010 Lifetime...
Wayne National Forest celebrates 75th anniversary
NELSONVILLE, Ohio — The Wayne National forest marked its 75th anniversary Nov. 12. The forest, located in southeast Ohio, celebrated its birthday...
Book, research explore whether fish feel pain
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Do fish feel pain? The question is so troubling that many wish it were not even asked in a serious...
Central Pa. great place to watch migrating raptors
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — As raptors migrate over Pennsylvania this fall, the number of bald eagles among them is close to an all-time high,...
High-tunnel workshop geared toward four-season production
WOOSTER, Ohio — Farming in Ohio is typically a spring-to-fall affair. But as interest in buying local food increases and consumers expect fresh produce...
FSA Andy: Guaranteed loans assist farmers and ag lenders
Hello again!The Farm Service Agency has a guaranteed loan program available to assist farmers and agricultural lenders. The guaranteed loans are made by a...
