FAPRI leader looks optimistically at legislative action on farm bill reform
Farm bill discussion must include debate on how much it takes to sustain U.S. agriculture says policy analyst.
Revised, updated “Birds of Ohio” is available
The bible of Buckeye birders has been revised and published in a second edition.
Farmers could be in for ‘slug’fest
Farmers need to scout for slugs as soon it warms up and fields are dry enough for walking.
Spring Dairy Expo crowns winners
A 5-year-old Holstein cow and Holstein yearling heifer were named supreme champions from the 560 head of dairy cattle that paraded through the tanbark ring for the 2001 Spring Dairy Expo March 29-31 in Columbus.
First conference for Ohio’s black farmers provides many opportunities
The first-ever conference for black farmers in Ohio will be held April 21 at the Stratford Ecological Center in Delaware, Ohio.
Stars awarded at United FFA banquet
Chapter notified that Ben Alexander, awarded his American degree, has been selected as one of the finalists for Ohio's Star American awards to be presented at the Ohio FFA convention.
Get in the game: Prevent school violence
Guest commentary by Matthew Kaplan, assistant professor of agricultural education at Penn State, looks at how community tragedy can be averted with connections.
Suiza, Dean Foods merging
Suiza Foods Corporation and Dean Foods Company are merging to form a national dairy and specialty foods company with $10 billion in revenue.
Grandparents have a role in divorce
The grandparents can take steps to support both their children and grandchildren during this challenging time
USDA budget increased for protection against disease
Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman authorizes an additional $32 million to protect the United States against foreign diseases in her FY 2002 proposed budget.
