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Ask FSA Andy by FSA Andy
Hello Again! Happy belated Fourth of July to all. Here are some neat tidbits about the Fourth. The actual resolution declaring our independence from England was passed July 2, 1776, with Congress finally approving it July 4. Fourth Did you know Thomas Jefferson the principle author? We didn’t start calling the Fourth Independence Day until
Improvements lead to efficiency at L&R Dairy
Father-daughter duo use modern buildings and technology to improve their bottom line.
Is there an agricultural sustainability consensus?
(Part I of II) What does it really mean to farm sustainably? To be committed to agricultural sustainability? Ask 10 people and you’ll get 10 answers — some of them vigorously in opposition to other answers. There is, however, agreement that sustainability in agriculture is essential for the planet’s health and future — to our
Raise raspberries right
BY RICHARD JAURON AMES, Iowa — Raspberries are an easy crop to grow for home gardeners. Good cultural practices help ensure an excellent fruit crop. Important cultural practices during the summer months include pruning, weed control and irrigation.
A roundup of FFA news for the week of March 5, 2009
WELLINGTON, Ohio — The Wellington FFA chapter has been very active working on officer books, proficiency awards, state degree applications, FFA Week, and numerous contests. This year’s treasurer, Amelia Jones, received a gold rating on her treasurer’s book. Kayleigh Switzer, this year’s secretary, received a silver rating on her book. This year’s reporter, Jillian Auble,
Feeling Fall
Sun warmth makes a welcome friend in spring, highly acceptable after the dreary chill of winter months. Sun warmth becomes a dear prize in the fall as the possibility of experiencing it dwindles fast. I had so much to do at home that I had no time to have a picnic. I prioritized in my
The great indoors no better than outdoors
If I could talk to the animals what I’d say is “Look, I don’t CARE if you never speak another word to me, but I’d appreciate it if you’d talk to EACH OTHER.” For the past three days, a small brown bird has been trying valiantly to come into my house. He wiles away the
John Christy is my new hero
Last week, I had never heard of John Christy. This week, he’s my hero. Christy is the director of the
Small town life isn’t for everyone
I heard a snippet of a conversation while dashing through the grocery store not long ago. A woman, visiting from far away, judging by her New England accent, made the comment to another woman, “I am really considering moving here.
Pull Up A Chair
A catchy name for a chair shop, the words Pull Up a Chair once graced the sign on a small building in Columbiana that has housed several businesses over the years.
