Yearly Archives: 2019
Roundup of gardening news for May 9, 2019
Catch up on local gardening news from Jefferson, Franklin, Mahoning and Wayne counties in Ohio and Lawrence County, Pennsylvania.
Dairymen, consider the new Dairy Margin Coverage Program
The Farm Service Agency plans to open the sign-up period on June 17 for the newly renovated Dairy Margin Coverage Program. Find out what's new.
Roundup of FFA news for May 9, 2019
The Northwestern FFA dairy judging team of Austin Beegle, Lizzy Howman, Dugan McLaughlin, and Riley Stull competed in the state finals April 26.
Oh, I’m sorry. You put shoes where?
Living with adult children has its charms and quirks. Kym Seabolt has already considered taking revenge when her children have their own places one day.
Pa. Senate passes ‘Farming First’ package
The Pennsylvania Senate approved a “Farming First” legislative package that includes a tax credit for farmers who sell or lease to beginning farmers.
When you thought grain markets couldn’t get worse…
Rumors of failed trade talks with China and delayed planting are hitting US farmers hard. The Midwest is struggling to get a crop in the ground, and markets tanked on the president's tweets.
Apply for 2019 National Jersey Youth scholarships
Apply for scholarships and educational awards administered by the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA), Reynoldsburg, Ohio, before the July 1 deadline.
Eating green leafy vegetables might lower cataract development
Dark green leafy vegetables are rich in the antioxidant lutein, which has been claimed to help reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration.
The 91st Ohio FFA State Convention
A glimpse into the 91st Ohio FFA State Convention held May 2-3 in Columbus, with the theme just one. Many speakers were heard and awards were presented.
91st Ohio FFA State Convention award winners
During the 91st Ohio FFA State Convention many awards were presented to FFA members throughout Ohio.
