Bureau to be at power show COLUMBUS — Hi-tech farming will be on display in the interactive Ohio Farm Bureau exhibit at Power Show Ohio, Jan. 26 - 28 at the Ohio Expo Center, home of the Ohio State Fair, in Columbus. Farmers will learn about technologies to enhance productivity, and consumers will learn how farmers are adopting technology to produce affordable food while protecting the environment. Read More
Wyandot County Farm Bureau seeks new members at event Wyandot County Farm Bureau’s annual membership drive will kick off Saturday morning at the Wyandot County Fairgrounds Dining Hall. Breakfast will be served from 8:30 – 11:30 with sessions offered throughout the morning about what Farm Bureau offers for everyone in the community. Read More
Ohio farmers urged to receive fertilizer training certification REYNOLDSBURG — A strong coalition consisting of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, Ohio State University and several state agricultural organizations are encouraging farmers to attend training courses for the Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator Certification Program. Read More
Wyandot FSA accepting applications for adviser The Wyandot County Farm Service Agency is accepting resumes from anyone interested in the position of county committee adviser. FSA County Committee Advisers are a valued voice for under-represented groups and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. Read More
Free ODNR coyote hunting and trapping workshop set to take place in Findlay FINDLAY — Sportsmen and women interested in pursuing coyotes are invited to attend a free informational workshop provided by Ohio Department of Natural Resources on Jan. 31 in Findlay. Wildlife experts will cover basic topics, such as life history, calling techniques including call types and setups, appropriate firearms and ammunition, trapping sets, scouting and the laws associated with pursuing coyotes. Read More
OSU to offer safety course KENTON — A tractor safety and machinery operation certification course for youth has been scheduled for Wednesday evenings from Feb. 1 through March 8 through the Ohio State University Extension. The six sessions will be from 6-9 p.m. in the OSU Extension office Spark Lab, 1021 W. Lima. St., Kenton. Read More
Evolution Ag dealership to offer pesticide and fertilizer certification opportunity at Plain City store location Evolution Ag in Plain City has announced that it will be holding its annual open house and customer appreciation event Feb. 22 and producers will have the opportunity to be recertified for pesticide application as well as being able to complete the new course required of all producers to be able to apply nutrients. Read More
Hartman promoted to fish admin. SANDUSKY — Travis Hartman recently was selected as the Lake Erie fish management program administrator, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Hartman has worked as a fisheries biologist for the ODNR Division of Wildlife’s Sandusky Fish Research Unit since 2003. Read More
Annual farm and NASCAR toy show to be held at expo center COLUMBUS — The 25th Annual Expo-Ohio Farm Toy and NASCAR Collectibles Show is set for Jan. 27 and 28 at the Ohio building at the Ohio Expo Center. The show at the Ohio State Fairgrounds next to Power Show Ohio 2017 will feature new and old farm toys, collectibles and shelf models, trucks, banks, signs, clothing, parts, construction equipment, pedal tractors and other farm related items. Read More
Walton completes time on OSU collegiate livestock judging team SYCAMORE — Darby J. Walton, of rural Sycamore, has completed his stint as a 2016 Ohio State University livestock judging team member. The team participated in many contests across the country. Read More