Yearly Archives: 2015
Whaat? 1952 Ford 8N sets land speed record of 96.3185 mph
FLETCHER, N.C. — A 1952 Ford 8N tractor dubbed the “8NCREDIBLE,” has taken the title of world’s fastest farm tractor, reaching a speed of...
Getting refugees with ag backgrounds back to farming
As the world has become increasingly aware of the refugee crisis in Syria and Iraq, questions have been raised about how to get those refugees who are able to resettle back on their feet in a new country.
How to build a bee box for native pollinators
Attracting native bees to your yard and garden helps your landscape thrive and supports surrounding ecosystems.
Farm and Dairy’s Field Notes: Episode 7
This week, reporter Kristy Seachrist fills us in on the DuPont/Dow merger. Plus, we find out about the Buckeye Shepherd's Symposium and one Columbiana County, Ohio, farmer who was awarded the Charles Boyles Ohio Master Shepherd award and the Monarch Right of Way project at Ohio State University's Mansfield campus.
Ohio lifts ban on poultry shows and auctions
Ohio sounds 'all clear' on bird flu; lifts poultry exhibit ban after officials deem U.S. bird population to be healthy.
Loans for beginning farmers? Check with FSA
To help the next generation of farmers get started, your local USDA Farm Service Agency office is offering loans for beginning farmers.
Giving pollinators the right of way
In an effort to combat a steady decrease in pollinator populations, Ohio State University’s Mansfield campus is implementing a Monarch Right of Way, pollinator demonstration plot.
My favorite Christmas memories
The sights, sounds and smells of Christmas bring back warm memories for Sutherland of baking cookies, decorating the tree and wishing for special gifts from Santa.
11 Christmas tree facts you may not know (Infographic)
Come December, millions of Americans are drawn to Christmas tree farms to purchase real trees to display and decorate in their homes.
A roundup of FFA news for the week of Dec. 17, 2015
This week's roundup includes news from the West Holmes, Northwestern, Black River and United FFA chapters.
