Meat processing grants awarded
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine recently awarded $14 million to meat harvesting and processing facilities in Ohio through the Ohio Meat Processing Grant Program.
Ohio counties receive awards for Farm Bureau programs
The American Farm Bureau Federation County Activities of Excellence awards recognized 12 Ohio counties.
Stark Parks recognizes volunteers
Stark Parks celebrated volunteer accomplishments in 2024 at the annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner at the Exploration Gateway at Sippo Lake Park.
U.S Capitol Christmas Tree Tour to visit Ohio on Nov. 17
Alaska’s Tongass National Forest will provide a tree for this year's 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Whistle-Stop Tour.
Animal disease traceability rule set to take effect
New USDA rule mandates electronic ID tags for cattle/bison from Nov. 5, aiming to improve traceability; sparks debate on privacy, cost and industry control.
Roundup of FFA news for Oct. 31, 2024
Catch up on local FFA news from West Holmes FFA, Black River FFA, East Knox FFA, Northwestern FFA and Fayetteville FFA.
USDA Forest Service advises to lookout for zombie trees
This Halloween, as leaves begin to turn colors and fall from trees, is the time to watch out for a scary threat you might find in your yard — zombie trees.
Controlled hunting program to affect four Geauga parks
Parts of the Geauga Park District will be closed this fall and winter for the controlled hunting program.
NW Ohio classes asked to join H2Ohio Students Take Action
H2Ohio Students Take Action invites middle and high school classes in northwest Ohio to participate in its outdoor educational program this school year.
ODNR survey: Red oak acorn production up
Acorn production is strong in red oak trees this year, according to the 2024 Acorn Mast Survey conducted by the ODNR.
