Yearly Archives: 2020
Rainy forecast slows down fast planting progress
The recent USDA planting progress report shows both Ohio and the nation are ahead of the five-year average. However, recent rains may slow things down.
Big Butler Fair canceled for 2020, Butler Farm Show still on
The Big Butler Fair board of directors canceled the fair, scheduled for July 3-11 citing state restrictions on social gatherings due to COVID-19.
CFAP details released, applications to open May 26
Guidelines are out for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program that will give direct payments to farmers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
H2Ohio program funding rebounds amid budget cuts
Despite major budget cuts across state agencies, the Ohio Department of Agriculture will have $50 million available for Ohio farmers to improve conservation practices this year, through the H2Ohio initiative.
Chronic wasting disease detected on Wayne County farm
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio — Chronic wasting disease has been detected at a farm in Wayne County.
Ohio hunters harvest more than 11,000 wild turkeys
The first two weeks of wild turkey hunting in Ohio ended with 11,292 birds checked through May 3. Read more for a complete county breakdown.
Apply for National Jersey Youth Scholarships
July 1 is the deadline to apply for scholarships and educational awards administered by the American Jersey Cattle Association in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
What to do with masks while eating or drinking
Ohio State Chow Line offers best practices for safely removing and storing your facemask while dining out and replacing it at the end of your meal.
New eminent domain legislation is more focused
An Ohio bill aims to give landowners another avenue to fight eminent domain for recreational trails.
Ohio’s 2020 fairs need to decide, one way or other
Either Ohio's fairs go on, in some form or another. Or they don’t. Either way, Rebecca Miller says Ohio’s youth deserves clarity.
