Monthly Archives: August 2012
A roundup of FFA news for the week of Aug. 30, 2012:
ASHLAND, Ohio -- The Crestview FFA had strong representation at the Richland County Fair held Aug. 5-12 with a total of 28 participants. On...
Tiny tot knows his way around the farm
It proved to be a very eventful day, farming with a 2-year-old. I accomplished more in a few hours than I ever have, but...
Success in life requires hard work
When I was a young man, I often heard my father say, "Work never hurt anyone." I guess the reason he reminded me of...
Protecting the soil from the air
"Over 2300 acres of conservation on the ground in two days -- this is definitely a worthwhile project!" That was the comment we heard...
Hunger Games provokes food musings
Recently, my agriculture pursuits allowed me a venture into pop culture, as I made time to read The Hunger Games. Now the movie has...
Farmers, you could learn a lot from a Twinkie
What can we learn for our own farm's success from the missteps of Hostess, Kodak and J.C. Penney? Editor Susan Crowell weighs in.
Producers: Tally crop revenue loss using harvest prices for small grains
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Producers who experienced a revenue loss on 2011 fall seeded wheat and spring and fall seeded barley can now calculate if...
Forum to focus on issues facing Cleveland area
CLEVELAND -- The Western Reserve Historical Society will present Current and Controversial, a community forum that explores the major issues facing our region, such...
Ohio State announces new network for environmental professionals
COLUMBUS -- David Hanselmann, a lecturer in Ohio State University's School of Environment and Natural Resources, has announced a new Ohio-based professional network for...
Young Delaware farmers get no-interest loans from state to buy farmland
GEORGETOWN, Del. -- Ten young Delaware farm families and individuals are on their way to owning their dreams with help from a innovative and...
