Yearly Archives: 2011
Carroll Co. Fair: record setting year
Record prices were recorded in the steer, hog and lamb junior fair divisions at the Carroll County Fair.
Wayne Co. dairy twilight tour: Just small party for 1,800 of our closest friends
The Wayne County Dairy Service Unit kicked off its 50th anniversary with a big party for its friends -- and 1,800 of them turned out for the group's annual Dairy Twilight Tour at Bristol Dairy.
Western Pa. 4-H, FFA’ers claim dairy trophies
Junior dairy exhibitors from across west-central Pennsylvania participated in the annual district dairy show for 4-H and FFA members July 18 at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds.
Ohio Cattlemen’s Roundup to be held Aug. 27 in Gallia County
THURMAN, Ohio — The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association’s Roundup will take place Aug. 27 in Gallia County.The program includes an informational session with speakers from the...
Cornell economists: High food prices and food price volatility not to be confused
ITHACA, N. Y. -- When global food prices rose sharply starting in late 2010 and hit an all-time high in February, many leaders, including the presidents of the World Bank and of France, spoke about the increases and conflated them with issues of food price volatility.
These days, it’s the refilled nest that stresses
OZARK, Mo. -- Many parents dread the empty-nest syndrome, the feeling of loss that comes when children leave home. But, many parents may not even experience it.
KIKO classic car auction is a success
CANFIELD, Ohio --The chant of KIKO classic car auctioneers filled the Canfield Fairgrounds July 16 at the Dave & Ed's Summer Auto Event as...
Penn State English professor delves into meaning of computer literacy
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Remember when watches had springs you would wind? When mail meant letters delivered by a mailman, and the only kind of files came in manila folders? If so, you're a dying breed.
Tomorrow’s dairy industry leaders are looking to develop career paths through Jersey Youth Academy
The Jersey Youth Academy made a stop at Grammer Jersey Farm to learn about the 600 milking cow operation.
EPA orders dairy farmer to provide clean water to nearby residence
PHILADELPHIA -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued an emergency order under the Safe Drinking Water Act to Kenneth Brockett, owner and operator...
