Yearly Archives: 2019
Suits filed against beef packers for price manipulation
Tyson Foods Inc., JBS S.A., Cargill Inc., and National Beef Packing Company LLC, AgriStats and some affiliates face lawsuits alleging price manipulation.
Roundup of FFA news for May 2, 2019
Catch up on local FFA news from Miami Trace FFA, Zane Trace FFA and Tri-Rivers Career Center FFA.
Pay attention to Lake Erie battle
The activist group behind the Lake Erie Bill of Rights is after more than just cleaner water. Editor Susan Crowell urges you to pay attention to what's going on in Toledo that could target personal property rights.
Penn State Dairy Products Evaluation Team places in national contest
Penn State's Dairy Products Evaluation Team won several awards during the National Collegiate Dairy Products Evaluation Competition.
New web-based tool to help dairy farmers
A new web-based tool to help dairy farmers evaluate different scenarios with the new Dairy Margin Coverage was announced April 30.
Depressed grain markets, depressed farmers
Times have been tough on corn, soybean and wheat prices. Grain market commentator Marlin Clark explains why. Spoiler alert: no trade deal with China and delayed planting.
Invasive fish threatens endangered mussels in Pa.
The round goby poses a threat to endangered freshwater mussels in Pennsylvania's French Creek and could to spread to the Chesapeake Bay, eventually.
Drinking more water can mean less calories for some kids
According to a new study, drinking more water and fewer sugary drinks is associated with lower caloric intake in kids, teens, and young adults.
USDA extends deadline for MFP payments
The USDA has extended the deadline for farmers to certify 2018 crop production for payments through the Market Facilitation Program (MFP) to May 17.
How to get your lawn mower ready in the spring
Follow this spring lawn mower maintenance checklist to get your mower in working order before the grass gets too long.
