High court finds one checkoff illegal
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 25 that the mushroom checkoff is unconstitutional, saying it violates free-speech rights under the First Amendment.
New livestock judging method puts education back in the ring
The "systems analysis" method of market livestock project evaluation has been adopted by the Lake County junior fair livestock committee and will be used this summer at the Lake County Fair. This approach attempts to put more objectivity into the subjectivity of judging and doesn't encourage the ethics violations that creep into the business of "showing" animals.
Is biotech really needed inthe Midwest?
The potential of biotechnology and genetically altered plants must be weighed against the risks of using it.
Antique lamps to light Paducah, Ky.
Collectors of Aladdin kerosene mantle lamps and Aladdin electric lamps hold their 29th annual convention Aug. 2-4.
Learn how to make your summer picnic a bee free event
The solution to annoying bees at your family barbecue may be to share your feast.
Baseball’s legendary playing fields honored
The United States Postal Service has issued a set of Baseball's Legendary Playing Fields commemorative stamps.
Learn what it takes to run for the school board
The Ohio School Boards Association is conducting a workshop for those who haven't made up their minds whether to run for office or not.
Beef marketing opportunity to be detailed
AngusGeneNet will explain how to get more for cattle by providing quality cattle of all breeds for the Branded Beef Program.
Maggots in the chicken house
An entomologist from Georgia says a certain not-so-picky maggot would be more than happy to help clean up commercial chicken houses.
Biosecurity fact sheets available on OSU Internet site
Ohio State University animal health specialists stress the importance of maintaining biosecurity measures that not only keep foot-and-mouth in check, but also help control other animal ailments.
