11/15/2001 |
An Animal Disease Found in Sheep May Have Ties to a Human Intestinal Illness |
WOOSTER, Ohio - An animal disease that has potential links to a human intestinal illness may be more closely tied to sheep rather than dairy cattle, where the disease is most commonly associated. |
Candace Pollock |
Srinand Sreevatsan |
08/08/2001 |
Ample Profitable Crop Enterprises Exist for Ohio Growers |
LONDON, Ohio -- From traditional field crops to specialty fruits and vegetables, ample economic opportunities abound for Ohio growers looking to grow something different or who just want a supplemental income. |
Candace Pollock |
Robert Moore |
02/05/2010 |
Alternative Method to Protect Rootstock Available to Grape Growers |
WOOSTER, Ohio – An alternative method for protecting rootstock while controlling weeds and promoting environmental sustainability may be available to grape producers, specifically those who grow the crop in cold climates. |
Candace Pollock |
Doug Doohan |
05/18/2009 |
Alternative Green Certification Systems Favor Ohio's Timber Industry |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The push to promote more "green" buildings to reduce the environmental impacts from their construction and use may not be adequately utilizing the nation's renewable wood products.
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Candace Pollock |
Kathy Smith, Roger Williams |
09/17/2001 |
Alternative Farming Opportunities Focus of Field Day |
AUGUSTA, Ohio - Dogs, which have long been used to guard and herd livestock, are taking a back seat to a rather unusual, exotic animal. |
Candace Pollock |
Mike Hogan |
01/19/2000 |
All-new North American Maple Syrup Producers Manual Now Available |
Dripping with practical techniques, clear explanations and science-based recommendations, it stands as a must-have resource and reference.
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Kurt Knebusch |
Randy Heiligmann |
04/24/2007 |
Alfalfa Escapes Severe Frost Damage, But First Cutting Delayed |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio's alfalfa crop that broke dormancy early has suffered some frost damage from the cold weather that hit the state in early April, but established, healthy stands are anticipated to recover and produce near normal yields. |
Candace Pollock |
Mark Sulc |
07/05/2012 |
Alfalfa Can Weather Drought, but Growers May Find Lower Production as Extreme Weather Lingers |
WOOSTER, Ohio – Ohio growers may find that although alfalfa can weather the current extreme heat and drought conditions from a quality standpoint, there will be less alfalfa overall because of the lack of moisture the region continues to experience, an Ohio State University Extension educator said.
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Tracy Turner |
Rory Lewandowski |
12/28/2006 |
Air Quality Workshops to Tackle Challenge of Ag Air Emissions |
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio -- A series of air quality workshops will be held in January to help address issues and concerns regarding agricultural air emissions, improve the understanding of federal air quality regulations, and explore the most effective technologies and management practices related to air quality control.
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Candace Pollock |
Jon Rausch, Lingying Zhao |
07/16/2002 |
Agronomy Newsletter Worth Millions to Ohio Farmers |
BUCYRUS, Ohio - Ohio farmers and agri-businesses saved over $11.2 million last year in reduced pesticide and herbicide costs and increased crop production with the help of C.O.R.N. |
Candace Pollock |
Steve Prochaska |
11/14/2002 |
Agronomy Meetings Focus On Crop Production Issues |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - From new guidance system technology to farm safety practices to staying profitable in the face of diseases, insects and drought, Ohio growers can get the scoop on the latest crop production issues through upcoming Ohio Regional Agronomy Meetings. |
Candace Pollock |
Greg LaBarge |
11/23/2009 |
Agronomist: The Longer Corn Sits in Fields, the Greater the Yield Losses |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio growers waiting to harvest their corn most likely won't see a significant decrease in grain moisture, but run the risk of increased stalk lodging, moldy ears and yield losses the longer corn sits in the fields. |
Candace Pollock |
Peter Thomison |
06/29/2012 |
Agritourism Workshop Promotes Preparedness, Emergency Management |
PIKETON, Ohio – Farmers, producers, business owners and anyone who operates farm markets, pick-your-own operations, wineries, farmers markets or festivals will have the opportunity to learn how to prepare for and handle an emergency and minimize risks that may arise when the public is invited onto the farm, during an agritourism workshop and tour offered by members of Ohio State University Extension’s Sustainable Agriculture Team.
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Tracy Turner |
Julie Moose |
08/29/2011 |
Agriculture Event Will Help Farmers Brush Up on Financial Know-How |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Experts predict strong demand for crops will continue to warrant record-high prices over the next decade and increased net returns in the livestock industry. And, consumers' continued demand for agricultural products, despite the country's economic state, has proven agriculture as more financially stable than other sectors of the U.S. economy.
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Melanie Wilt |
Chuck Gamble |
03/27/2003 |
Agriculture Attractive But Not So Convenient Terrorist Target |
COLUMBUS, Ohio â U.S. agriculture may be an attractive target for terrorist groups, but the systemâs structure makes it difficult to generate the type of one-time damage seen in the World Trade Center attack.
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Candace Pollock |
Luther Tweeten |
04/07/2011 |
Agriculture and Plastics Sectors Join to Develop Ohio Bio-composites Industry |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- The Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center is helping a Columbus, Ohio, company use plant-derived fibers to create a new generation of composite materials for cars, homes and other uses -- generating new jobs in the state.
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Mauricio Espinoza |
Prabhat Krishnaswamy |
11/17/2005 |
Agricultural Tax Issues Workshop Announced |
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Tax practitioners with an interest in farm income taxes have the opportunity to attend a one-day farm tax workshop being offered on Dec. 16. |
Candace Pollock |
Warren Lee |
09/27/2011 |
Agricultural Exports Add Significant Value to Ohio Farmers’ Revenue |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Amid a visit to Ohio by a Taiwan soybean and corn delegation to sign letters of intent to purchase corn and soybeans, Ohio State University agricultural economist Ian Sheldon said the export of agricultural products adds significantly to farm revenues.
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Andy Vance |
Ian Sheldon |
11/06/2006 |
Agricultural Economics Outlook Meetings Set |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State University's Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics (AEDE) is once again holding its Fall 2006/Winter 2007 Policy and Outlook Program. |
Candace Pollock |
Stan Ernst |
10/05/2001 |
Agribusinesses, Farmers Urged to Enforce Security Measures |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Farmers, product dealers and equipment manufacturers are recommended to take necessary security measures regarding manufacturing, storing, marketing, transporting and utilizing agricultural machinery and chemicals in light of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
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Candace Pollock |
Joanne Kick-Raack |
04/24/2002 |
Agri-Terrorism Focus of Ohio State Study |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Just how prepared local and state agencies would be in the face of an agri-terrorism threat is the focus of a new Ohio State University study. |
Candace Pollock |
Joe Donnermeyer |
10/21/2010 |
Aggressive Weed a Potential Problem for Livestock Producers |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – An aggressive perennial weed, common throughout the western United States, has found its way to Ohio overtaking pastures and hay fields and creating an undesirable feeding situation for livestock.
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Candace Pollock |
Clif Little |
02/13/2003 |
Ag. Technology Program Part of Conservation Conference |
COLUMBUS, Ohio â With agricultural technology changing the way business is conducted, growers and industry professionals are learning to use such materials to improve communication and develop more efficient record keeping.
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Candace Pollock |
Nathan Watermeier |
02/21/2002 |
Ag. Organization Looks to Strengthen Industry's Technology Future |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - As the adoption of technology into agricultural and natural resource environments grows, so does the importance for farmers and industry leaders to remain abreast of issues, new developments and research advances that may impact the way they do business. |
Candace Pollock |
Nathan Watermeier |
09/29/2011 |
Ag, Rural Issues Central to New Ohio State Center for Subsurface Energy |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Natural gas production from shale deposits could significantly change the rural economic landscape in states like Ohio, and will be a key focus of Ohio State University’s new Subsurface Energy Resource Center, according to the Center’s co-director, agricultural economist Douglas Southgate.
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Andy Vance |
Douglas Southgate |
07/23/2010 |
Ag Secretary Vilsack: OARDC, Industry Partners Key to 'New Rural America' |
WOOSTER, Ohio ââ¬â U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack toured a new facility that turns waste into green energy and learned about efforts to develop a new domestic crop that yields natural rubber during his first visit to the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Centerââ¬â¢s (OARDC) Wooster campus last Monday (7/19).
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Mauricio Espinoza |
Bill Ravlin |
08/12/2010 |
Ag Safety Grain Bin Rescue Demonstrations Return to Farm Science Review |
LONDON, Ohio – Last year's popular grain bin rescue demonstrations highlighting the proper safety precautions of grain storage and handling are returning to Ohio State University's Farm Science Review. |
Candace Pollock |
Dee Jepsen |
08/19/2008 |
Ag Rescue Demos at Farm Science Review Stress Farm Safety |
LONDON, Ohio -- Tractors and other farm machinery, such as grain augers and corn pickers, lead the pack each year in on-farm fatalities and injuries. This year's Ohio State University Farm Science Review will be the site of agricultural rescue demonstrations to emphasize the importance of safety on the farm. |
Candace Pollock |
Dee Jepsen |
04/07/2011 |
Ag Opportunities Conference April 16 in Marietta; Register by April 13 |
Farmers will learn to grow new crops, new ideas for the farm
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Eric Barrett |
10/10/2011 |
Ag Law Symposium Set for Nov. 18 |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- From shale gas legal issues to enforcing the state's new Livestock Care Standards to federal and state agricultural legislation, the Nov. 18 Ohio Agricultural Law Symposium is packed with hot topics in the legal community.
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Martha Filipic |
Peggy Hall |