A roundup of 4-H news for the week of May 21, 2015:
A roundup of 4-H news.
Australian nonprofit’s new food pyramid offers clarity about nutrition
Nutrition Australia’s food pyramid depicts actual foods that fit in each category, unlike USDA's MyPlate graphic.
Scientists confirm that Midwest floods are occurring more frequently
ARLINGTON, Va. — The U.S. Midwest region and surrounding states have endured increasingly more frequent floods during the last half-century, according to results of...
USDA issues order to stop to Merlin L. Garver
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration entered into a consent decision with Merlin L. Garver, Inc. and...
Equine Lyme Disease: New Bolton Center offers new evaluation package
KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. — The University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center now offers a comprehensive Equine Lyme Disease Evaluation package...
Economist predicts bright future for oil- and gas-producing region
American Petroleum Institute Chief Economist John Felmy: Of the myriad market forces that have brought about the recent drop of crude oil prices worldwide, shale has had the most impact.
Lake to River Food Hub ties farmers and schools together
The Lake to River Food Hub of Youngstown is working to tie farmers, food and the community together.
Scientists point to several factors influencing declining honey bee population
Honeybees are responsible for pollinating more than 70 crops.
Don’t ignore the letter in the mail: Call an attorney before signing
It is important to remember that the practices of shale energy development have changed considerably over time and so has a lot of the leasing language.
Off the beaten path: ODNR Tree Farmer of the Year’s long road to becoming...
At the time he purchased the 150-acre property in Harrison County, Ohio, Alan Walter didn’t plan on becoming a tree farmer. This year he was named Ohio Tree Farmer of the Year.
