Monthly Archives: April 2011
OSU develops cow reproduction technique to boost industry profits
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Researchers with the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center have pioneered a new protocol for increasing pregnancy rates in beef cattle,...
Park district plans sustainable ag program
CHARDON, Ohio -- Farm representative Michelle Bandy-Zalatoris will join farmers Andy Miller and Marvin Hershberger April 14 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the next installment...
Hirsch elected president of Ohio Farm Bureau
Steve Hirsch, of Chillicothe, was elected president of the Ohio Farm Bureau during a special election April 5. He succeeds Brent Porteus, who stepped down in order to stand for election to the Nationwide board of trustees.
Farm safety day camps scheduled at several Ohio locations
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Each year, approximately 2,000 youth across Ohio learn how to protect themselves from rural hazards through Farm Safety Day Camps, said...
Three Ohio companies get new BioPreferred label
GLENWILLOW, Ohio -- Three Ohio companies were recognized recently at a meeting unveiling the first 60 products consumers will see in stores throughout the...
Meat processors awarded at banquet
FRAZEYSBURG, Ohio -- Mike Jessee of Fredericktown, Ohio will serve as president of the Ohio Association of Meat Processors for the upcoming year. Jessee...
Workshop gives tips for urban farmers
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture is teaming up with Grow Youngstown, the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation and the National Center for...
White nose syndrome detected in Ohio
COLUMBUS -- Wildlife officials have confirmed the first case of White nose syndrome in bats hibernating in an abandoned mine on the Wayne National...
Hog prices on rise; could set record
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The highest hog prices on record will soon be arriving.According to Purdue University Extension economist Chris Hurt, pork producers may...
Ohio care board reverses veal decision, allows calves to turn around
Large crowd attends care board meeting to voice opinions ... most appear content with decision.
