Monthly Archives: July 2013
‘Mooofins’ win first place in national finals
When you think of national championships and Penn State defeating teams from Iowa State and Ohio State universities, you think football, volleyball or wrestling, right?
But the Food Science Product Development Team? Well you can add muffins -- or rather mooofins -- to footballs, volleyballs and wrestling mats as props to a student squad title.
Holstein youth earn national recognition
Holstein Association USA recognized several junior members for their notable accomplishments of breeding and owning high performing Holstein cattle.
How was the West won without bottled water?
Since the onslaught of 40 days of rain, the term "French drain" has been whispered in my ear. Let me assure you, it is not as sexy as it sounds.
FSA Andy: Continuous CRP helps curb erosion and runoff (plus you get paid for...
Hello Friends,
Every July, I write a topic about conservation practices. I do so because I strongly believe in the value of a couple of...
USDA extends crop reporting deadline
COLUMBUS — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency recently announced an extension of the FSA acreage reporting deadline.
Farmers and landowners have an...
Have a nice day!
Have a Nice Day!
When was the last time someone said to you, “Have a nice day?”
One way you can have a nice day is...
Supplemental forage cover crops can add grazing or haying options in fall
Pasture growth has been tremendous so far this year, but late summer heat and dry spells can change conditions quickly.
Wish I had one more day for stories
If I could have just one more day with my grandmother, I would treasure her stories beyond measure.
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of July 25, 2013:
NEW SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — The Springfield Booster Boys 4-H Club held a mandatory meeting June 27 at the Cabin.
Those taking livestock were reminded to...
A roundup of FFA news for the week of July 25, 2013:
WAYNE, Ohio — The Pymatuning Valley FFA held its annual pie auction at the Ashtabula County Antique Engine Club Show July 6 after a...
