Monthly Archives: October 2015
California drought could boost indoor farming demand
Food can be grown indoors, but to be profitable, you need a good plan.
What we’re reading: 10/28
This week we're reading about the best leftovers, how to make a do-it-yourself cake costume, a fine art photographer who makes unique creations out of food and more.
Here’s the scoop on making caramel at home
Did you know that making caramel sauce at home only requires one ingredient, and heat?
Ask Jen about caramel
I don't personally know anyone who isn't a fan of caramel. Caramel popcorn. Caramel apples. Caramel ice cream and candies. Caramel drizzled over cheesecake or your favorite dessert.
OARDC’s Steve Slack inducted into USDA’s NIFA Hall of Fame
Steve Slack, director of the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, has been inducted into the National Institute of Food and Agriculture Hall of Fame
Groups propose Ohio water quality bond issue
Ohio lawmakers hear plans for clean water bond initiative.
Harvesting (and marketing) grain in hope
More than any other time in recent memory, farmers this year are harvesting in hope. That is, their collective marketing plan is to hope that prices get better.
International panel warns that meat causes cancer
The World Health Organization now classifies the consumption of red meat as 'probably' carcinogenic to humans. Processed meat was classified as carcinogenic to humans.
Organic farming conference touts benefits of less inputs
Organic farming conference highlights the benefits of low-cost inputs, and balanced approach to farming.
The trick to allergy-safe Halloween treats
Hershey bars, Snickers and Reese’s may be trick-or-treat night staples, but for children who have food allergies, these type of treats can be dangerous. Pass out safe candy this season and always check your child's candy bag.
