Yearly Archives: 2024
Local farmer, elected official invited to State of Union to advocate for rail safety
U.S. Congressman Chris Deluzio invited Mike Carreon to be his guest at the 2024 State of the Union address to to keep attention on the Railway Safety Act.
USDA adds new rules under the Packers and Stockyards Act
The USDA recently added a series of new regulations, called the Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Rule, under the Packers and Stockyards Act.
Northeastern Ohio Forestry Association to meet March 21
The March 21 Northeastern Ohio Forestry Association monthly meeting will feature ODNR State Service Forester Sean Marino as its guest speaker.
Market bounces through USDA reports
Marlin Clark explains the positive grain market bounce in the days before the March 29 USDA Prospective Planting Reports.
USDA restricts use of ‘Product of USA’ label
This regulation addresses the damaging effects of the repeal of Country-of-Origin Labeling that allowed packers to deceptively label imported meat repackaged in the U.S.
Eastern phoebe: The harbinger
Tami Gingrich is looking forward to the arrival of the eastern phoebe, a harbinger of spring with a distinct repetitive, two-note “fee-bee” song.
2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award winners announced
Four dairy professionals were awarded the 2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Awards at this year's Pennsylvania Dairy Summit, held Feb. 5-6.
Ohio ag teachers named finalists for Golden Owl Award
The 10 finalists for Ohio's Golden Owl Award were recently announced.
Dairy Margin Coverage enrollment period now open
Dairy producers can now enroll for 2024 Dairy Margin Coverage. Learn more about the program and how to apply.
Ohio corn, wheat yield contest winners announced
This year’s Ohio corn yield contest winner was Corey Farrens, of Madison County, with a yield of 340.46 bushels per acre.
