Mysterious ailment is killing foals and triggering abortions
As of May 14, 442 aborted equine fetuses and stillborn foals have been submitted to the University of Kentucky Livestock Disease Diagnostic Center since April 28. At least 18 breeds have been affected.
Ohio Fruit Growers Summer tour targets just one farm
The Patterson Fruit Farm at Chesterland, Ohio, is a sixth generation fruit farm growing 45 acres of apples and strawberries, with a farm market, bakery, and gift room, and a seven-week Family Fun Fest in the fall.
Sheep breeder plays role in Tunis recovery
Jozi Best of Litchfield, Ohio, wants to bring the national Tunis sale to the Great Lakes Sheep and Wool Show and Sale in Wooster.
Ohio Natural Resources Hall of Fame deadline near
The ONR Hall of Fame inducts individuals, past and present, who have made significant contributions to Ohio's natural resources through management practices, environmental education or scientific achievement.
Addressing hunger and environmental protection: agriculture and biodiversity linked
New solution proposed in "ecoagriculture" to save biodiversity and to feed hungry populations is based on a new understanding of wildlife biology and ecology, on-the-ground experimentation, and major scientific advances in genetics, remote sensing, and other fields.
Ohio wheat growers: Be on the lookout
Powdery mildew is present in certain fields of susceptible varieties in north central and northeast sections of the state.
Anniversary celebrated with 104 miles of trees
A record tree planting in northwest Ohio this spring will help reduce farmland soil erosion.
Postal rates going up again
The cost of postage raised on just about everything except the first-class stamp, that went up in January.
Annual antique show features 45 dealers.
The Woman's Club of Hudson holds its 56th annual antique show, sale June 14-16.
Practicing phenology: The art of gardening in rhythm with nature
Phenology is a field of science concerned with the timing of natural living processes with weather events over a period of years. Studies in phenology focus on when plants bud, flower and fruit; when insects emerge; when frogs get active in spring; when lakes freeze and thaw; and when birds migrate.
