Livestock sale raises $2,000 for world hunger
The Ashtabula County 4-H program started a new program this year to allow 4-H livestock clubs raising market animals to do an international project.
Accelerated Genetics and Select Sires jointly buy World Wide Sires
Accelerated Genetics and Select Sires created a 50-50 joint venture to purchase World-Wide Sires. It will operate as a stand-alone venture.
Dankfest showcases pioneer crafts
The Harmony Museum in western Pennsylvania presents Dankfest Aug. 25-26, a festival created to preserve crafts and around-the-home skills that were part of 18th and 19th century pioneer and rural life.
Do you really need all that nitrogen?
Illinois research confirms less fertilizer is adequate to maintain high corn yields.
Fluids key to managing heat
Fifty-five to 75 percent of the body's weight is water; the brain is 70 percent water; blood is 82 percent water; and the lungs are nearly 90 percent water. And you wonder why drinking lots of fluids is a smart idea in extreme heat?
Going ‘Wading’ in Pennsylvania
Wade collectors came to Pennsylvania earlier this summer from Canada, Washington state, California and many other points to swap information and examples of Wade pottery.
Guest Commentary: When family business transition makes no sense
Virginia Tech farm management expert David M. Kohl voices tough questions families need to face to secure the future of their farm transition.
House farm bill proposal gives relief
New farm bill legislation proposed by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee may not put all financially-stressed farms into the black, but will provide some relief.
Johnny Appleseed Heritage Center breaks ground near Mansfield
The Johnny Appleseed Heritage Center recently broke ground for the center's J.M. Smucker Company 90-seat indoor auditorium and library.
Buckeye Egg cited again in new episodes
The State of Ohio has gone to court with another round of contempt charges against Buckeye Egg for discharge violations, and is asking for jail time and penalties.
