Yearly Archives: 2020
Summer nights and bullfrog serenades
Join Julie Geiss and her crew as they embark on “Operation Bullfrog” late at night under the cover of darkness.
Consider alternatives to forage
Current pasture conditions are variable across the state due to lack of rain for many, so planning will get you better prepared for this fall and winter.
Roundup of gardening news for Sept. 3, 2020
Catch up on local gardening news and events in Portage County and Geauga County in Ohio.
Market uncertain, waiting for grain report
The Sept. 30 U.S. Department of Agriculture grain stocks report is the last gasp for USDA to essentially reduce the crop production numbers from last year.
More than paper: food action plans inspire change
Cities and counties around the country are taking a hard look at their food systems and coming up with plans to make them better. But do the plans work?
How to use plantain herb for common ailments
Learn to gather and use plantain to treat common ailments like bronchitis, burns, rashes, insect bites/stings, ulcers, urinary tract infection and wounds.
Mercer County Junior Livestock Club show and sale
Find all the results for the 2020 Mercer County Junior Livestock Club show and sale here.
Behind the Shows: Pa. 4-Hers finish a roller coaster year
The McGraw family, of Ohioville, Pennsylvania, finishes their time raising pigs for 4-H with a show.
Brammer family aims to do it right with tree farm
The Brammer Family Tree Farm, in Columbiana County, was named the 2020 Ohio Tree Farm of the Year by the Ohio Forestry Association.
Plan ahead for manure applications
Learn to measure the nutrients in your soil to properly manage your manure application this fall.
