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Latest H3N2v flu virus similar to other human flu viruses
WOOSTER, Ohio — Better education regarding the nature of influenza viruses and how to prevent infection, along with stepped up efforts to keep sick pigs away from agricultural fairs, are the best ways to minimize risk of human disease and any potentially adverse impact on the country’s pork industry as a result of the current
A roundup of 4-H news for the week of July 1, 2010
SALEM, Ohio — The Greenford Silver Spurs 4-H club met June 24 at Buckeye Horse Park. Members discussed working the July 10-11 horse show concession stand at Buckeye Horse Park as a fundraiser. After the official meeting, Mike and Andrea Grubert taught members about polo, and let the members experience it firsthand. Anyone who would
Hog prices are disappointing this year
URBANA, Ill. – Hog prices have lost their luster, according to a Purdue University Extension marketing specialist.
Backyard conservation: Now’s the time to GROW for it!
There are so many things we can do to incorporate backyard conservation practices to keep rain where it falls, minimize stormwater runoff and pollution, provide wildlife habitat and improve soil health and landscape beauty.
Longtime 4-H advisor honored at Bossy’s Jug Auction
The late Mary Miller was honored at the Muskingum County Fair where she and her husband founded the Bossy’s Jug Auction to benefit dairy 4-H’ers.
Coolspring Power Museum has grown into a world class collection
Coolspring Power Museum has grown into a world class collection of gas engines — 75% of which operate in their displays — spanning 35 buildings on 40 acres.
Big blue sets the record by a whisker
The new state record blue catfish, weighing 101.11 pounds and measuring 56 1/2 inches, was caught by Jaylynn Parker, of New Richmond, Ohio, on April 7.
Orrville company builds new tractor for small farms
This new tractor, built in Orrville, Ohio, gives specialty crop and small farmers more choices in the field.
What is a conservation plan?
Developing a good conservation plan is the first step to managing natural resources on your farm and ensuring they remain available for future generations.
Business Profile: Deerfield Farms
DEERFIELD, Ohio — Looking back, it may seem surprising to some that the history of Deerfield Farms Service, Inc. dates back to 1959, when it began as a 93-acre corn and hog operation owned by Boyd Wallbrown Jr., and his wife, Joan, at the present site in Deerfield, Ohio. As Boyd increased his acres, he
