Yearly Archives: 2021
Roundup of FFA news for Sept. 9, 2021
Catch up on local FFA news from Northwestern FFA, Hillsdale FFA and Western Reserve FFA.
Exclusion fencing for livestock near creeks keeps water clean
One of the simplest practices farmers can install to help reduce manure runoff from entering our waters is livestock exclusion fencing.
Different autumn weeds require different tactics
Weeds can get a strong foothold in the fall. Learn how to manage poison hemlock, spotted knapweed, common ragweed and chicory in your pastures.
Junior fair sales bring out best in rural communities
Junior fairs can be competitive, with young exhibitors battling it out over whose animal takes home the ribbon for grand champion and reserve. But, they also have a way of bringing out the best in the communities they serve.
OPSB wants public input during rule review
The Ohio Power Siting Board wants to hear from the public as it reviews its administrative rules governing applications for solar farms. The board is considering implementing new rules for solar facilities, including setbacks, landscape, lighting design, perimeter fencing requirements and operational noise.
Marlin: Harvest thinking is now upon us
Marlin Clark predicts that the 2021-2022 crop will be as tight in supply as this past year’s, which will continue to support prices.
Northeast Ohio vineyards at risk from invasive spotted lanternfly
The Ohio Department of Agriculture confirmed Sept. 2 that a population of the invasive spotted lanternfly was found in Cleveland near the end of August. This insect feeds on grapevines and fruit trees, in addition to other plants, making it a major concern for the grape and wine industries.
Penn State creates carbon emissions task force
Pennsylvania State University is ahead of schedule to meet its goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Now university President Eric Barron wants the university to be more aggressive. He announced the creation of the Carbon Emissions Reduction Task Force on Sept. 3.
How to identify and avoid hornet and wasp nests during late summer
It’s important to be aware of large wasp and hornet nests during late summer, so you can avoid them and reduce your chances of getting stung.
Food vendors seeing brighter days with 175th Canfield Fair
Food vendors faced major losses in a 2020 that saw most fairs and festivals either scaled back or canceled completely. Vendors at the Canfield Fair were eager to be back for the 2021 season. Many are seeing customers return to the fairs in full force.
