Yearly Archives: 2020
Ohio FFA cancels 2020 convention
The 2020 Ohio FFA Convention has been canceled, following concerns and orders on the COVID-19 pandemic.
Enjoying state parks amid COVID-19 outbreak
State park visitors should be aware that some facilities have been closed to the public and safety recommendations for visitors have been put in place.
COVID-19 job loss creates overwhelming demand for food banks
Thousands of people found themselves unemployed, suddenly, after COVID-19 measures forced businesses to close. That’s put a massive strain on food banks.
Ag supply chain preps for COVID-19 uncertainty
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and other agencies say it's business as usual in the COVID-19 shutdown. But uncertainty looms for agricultural markets.
Ohio Department of Agriculture changes H2Ohio deadline back to March 31
On March 30, the application deadline for farmers for the H2Ohio program moved back to its original March 31 date, walking back a COVID-19 deadline change.
Officials say food banks tied up in red tape by USDA
Food banks facing overwhelming demand are being hamstrung by bureaucratic red tape. It's leaving people hungry and putting them in danger.
Grocery shopping in the midst of COVID-19
Learn more about the most important things that consumers can do to protect themselves and others when grocery shopping.
Ohio state representative pushes for open hunting on coyotes
In response to criticism of an ODNR proposal to change coyote trapping and hunting rules, Rep. Don Jones introduced a new coyote bill in the Ohio House. The new bill would specify that there are no limitation on seasons for hunting or trapping and no permits required to take coyotes.
Goodbye to a faithful livestock guardian dog partner
In the midst of the new coronavirus craziness, Rebecca Miller had to say goodbye to a working partner she never knew she needed.
Agriculture businesses adjust to COVID-19 measures
Many agricultural businesses are still open after stay-at-home orders were enacted, but they’ve changed the way they operate.
