Yearly Archives: 2016
Ohio Farmers Union talks COOL, trade deals at annual convention
Ohio Farmers Union discuss issues of top concern at annual convention in Columbus.
Pa. Department of Agriculture issues Pasture Maid whole milk advisory
Consumers who purchased Whole Milk (labeled as pasteurized) bottled by Pasture Maid Creamery in New Castle, Pennsylvania, are being told to discard the milk.
5 stories farmers read this week: Jan. 30, 2016
This week’s most read stories include Ohio State University’s acting ag dean’s move to Michigan State, the 46th annual Power Show Ohio, support for the National FFA Organization, tips for keeping houseplants and more.
Cold weather brings out the cardinals
When snow flies, activity at bird feeders peaks.
6 ideas for gardening with kids
As spring approaches, think about making your garden, or at least a portion of it, kid-friendly.
3 ways to plan your garden: paper, virtual or template
Regardless of which method you choose, there are numerous benefits to good garden planning.
Hidden gems in 1926 essay by 12-year-old
In 1926, 12-year-old Raymond Slutz, of Salem, Ohio, won a multistate essay contest about milk quality. Ninety years later, we share his essay, and the message that little things matter when it comes to improving milk quality.
Monarch Collaborative working to enhance monarch habitat in agricultural landscapes
The Collaborative’s efforts will focus on promoting awareness of how farmers, ranchers and landowners can support, conserve and enhance habitat for a sustainable monarch population.
Farmers market coming to westside of Columbus
The Westgate Farmers Market intends to accept SNAP and WIC benefits, as well as senior nutrition coupons in an effort to truly meet the needs of the surrounding neighborhoods.
#FFAProud: Let’s encourage conversation
Animal rights extremist group, PETA, took a stab at the values of the National FFA Organization but many supporters rushed to defend the organization in the form of open conversations and invitations into their own experiences.
