Monthly Archives: April 2011
Vacation with us…Hubish
Poolside relaxation is the best way to unwind after a tough week. Even better is when this pool just so happens to be located...
Vacation with us…Weaver
While the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention is a great time, sometimes the weather doesn’t cooperate. When snow and ice converged on the convention...
Vacation with us…Coy
The American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, in Atlanta, is one of the premiere events of the year. Attending the event in January were Nikki...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of April 14, 2011:
DIAMOND, Ohio -- The 59th annual Southeast FFA banquet was held March 24.Nicole Cutlip, who was recognized for being a State FFA Degree recipient,...
Spring-Run Farms is a dairy of ‘distinction’
Tried and true methods help Wolf family earn Dairy Farmers of America award with Ayrshires.
Golfing is ‘Master’ful time to bird watch
I haven't played a round of golf since college, but each spring I try to catch a few hours of the televised weekend portions...
Octagon Earthworks opens to public
NEWARK, Ohio -- The Ohio Historical Society, in conjunction with the Newark Earthworks Center at The Ohio State University at Newark and the Great...
Shale gas: A global phenomenon
WASHINGTON -- Initial assessments of 48 shale gas basins in 32 countries suggest that shale gas resources, which have recently provided a major boost...
Scientists research cost effective methods of manure management
MADISON, Wis. -- Recycling manure is an important practice, especially for large livestock producers. Manure can be used as fertilizer in crop production, aiding...
Undercover video bans appealing to farmers, not so to activist groups
Farmers say enough with the campaigns, agendas ... animal rights groups say they're educating the public.