Yearly Archives: 2020
Get ready now for shed hunting season
Late February and early March are the prime time for deer antler shed hunters. Mike Tontimonia offers tips for success.
John Adams kept the peace with France
The overriding issue during John Adams' presidency was the question of peace with France. Find out how the second president of the U.S. kept the peace.
Soaring pork prices keep China’s inflation high
Soaring pork prices in China kept inflation at a seven-year high despite government efforts to ease meat shortages caused by a disease outbreak.
Learn the value of composting manure
While we often associate the word "compost" with food scraps and garden activities, livestock manure can be composted as well and used on the farm.
No binoculars in computer birding
If you need a feather fix until cold winter weather really sets in, try some of Scott Shalaway's suggestions for online birding.
Roundup of gardening news for Jan. 23, 2020
The Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers will be hosting a free seminar Feb. 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Parks Garden Center, 9010 Youngstown-Salem Road in Canfield.
Proposed hemp rules worry the industry
Hemp growers and entrepreneurs are worried their businesses could be crippled if federal policymakers move ahead with draft regulations.
Brexit, Boris and boxing in farmers
Alan Guebert weighs in on the impact Brexit has had on farmers and the UK economy.
Roundup of FFA news for Jan. 23, 2020
Catch up on local FFA news from Black River FFA, Zane Trace FFA and United FFA.
Empty(ish) nest
Kymberly Foster Seabolt offers advice for transitioning into empty(ish) nest status, as her adult children navigate their lives.


















