Yearly Archives: 2017
Riparian areas in eastern, western Ohio
Riparian areas act as a buffer zone between water and the land use, provide terrestrial habitat, enhance aquatic habitat and reduce soil erosion of banks.
Roundup of FFA news for Aug. 3, 2017
The Black River FFA chapter participated in the Spencer Fourth of July parade by entering a float.
Planting on highly erodible land
Talk with your local district conservationist about planting on highly erodible ground.
Teddy Roosevelt still inspires
Teddy Roosevelt became the youngest president at age 43. Today, his words still inspire many.
Farm Bureau offers grain rescue grant
Ashtabula and Trumbull County Farm Bureaus sponsored a grain bin rescue training and awareness program for emergency personnel and farmers and businesses.
Mason jars are a storage staple
Mason jars are the darling of Pinterest. They are used for everything — crafts, home decor, party favors, garden art, desk organizing and food storage.
Making and breaking the rules
Alan Guebert reflects on recent changes to the USDA budget, and Sam Clovis' nomination to be USDA’s undersecretary of research, education, and economics.
Ohio State ATI launches new bioenergy program
Starting fall semester, students at Ohio State University’s ATI will be able to study a new program focused on two key global issues.
Roundup of 4-H news for Aug. 3, 2017
The Hicks & Hayseeds 4-H Club will have a road trip themed auction basket on display in the junior fair building during the Columbiana County Fair.
Ohio cheesemakers compete in second 2017 contest
The Ohio Swiss Cheese Association held the Ohio State Fair contest July 11 at Pearl Valley Cheese in Fresno, Ohio.
