Yearly Archives: 2010
Hemlock-killing insect found in 3 Michigan counties
LANSING, Mich. -- The Michigan Department of Agriculture recently confirmed small infestations of the hemlock woolly adelgid at sites in Emmet, Macomb and Ottawa...
How will supply management affect the dairy industry?
Editor:Will more government intervention solve the volatility and low profit margins dairy farmers recently experienced? As I review the Foundation for the Future and...
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,...
