Yearly Archives: 2013
A good crop of these can lead to a good hunt
The 2013 Ohio acorn mast survey conducted at 36 wildlife areas showed a decrease in production from the previous year, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
ODA staff tour some premier Ohio cheese makers
Ohio produced more than one-third of the nation’s Swiss cheese in 2012.
Athens cover crop tour is Nov. 21
ATHENS, Ohio — The Athens Soil and Water Conservation District is organizing a cover crop bus tour Nov. 21, thanks in part to a...
ODNR, USGS collaborate on grass carp study
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Geological Survey collaborated on a recent USGS study on the origins of grass...
Holmes County SWCD meeting is Nov. 21
WALNUT CREEK, Ohio — The Holmes SWCD board and staff will recognize outstanding conservation efforts at the Holmes SWCD annual meeting, Nov. 21 at...
How big is the U.S. corn crop?
The corn yields are surprising, and staying huge as the harvest goes on. Everyone's waiting for USDA's report Nov. 8.
Pipeline construction: More ‘drilling mud’ leaks likely
Concerns have been raised over three separate bentonite, or drilling mud, leaks in Ohio and West Virginia since Oct. 24, but a geoscience expert with Penn State University said the incidents are not uncommon.
Animal disease traceability: If you haul across state lines, know the rules
During a public information session Oct. 30, state and federal veterinary officials gave an update on the rule and how it will apply to cattle.
Money on the farm: Useful software for farmers
Whether you're a farmer, a ranchers or another kind of small business owner, you need software to help untangle your finances. Here's a software suggestions to help get the ball rolling.
Smithsonian explores beginnings of biotechnology in new display
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History chronicles the story of biotechnology and its impact on society in a new showcase display, “The Birth of Biotech,” which opened Oct. 25.
