LOUDONVILLE — A Loudonville farm family has earned statewide accolades. The Ohio Department of Agriculture awarded Atterholt Farms the Conservation Farm Family Award for practicing exemplary efforts to conserve natural resources on its farmlands. ODA presented the awards to the five winners on Sept. 19 at the Farm Science Review in London, Ohio. Mike and […]
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Open Source: Richland County deputy apiarist appointed by commissioners
Richland County commissioners approved the appointment of Aaron Billheimer to serve as the county’s deputy apiarist.
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Ohio Hay Directory created to help farmers impacted by drought
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Agriculture is currently developing an Ohio Hay Directory. The goal is to help farmers impacted by drought conditions who are struggling to feed livestock, announced State Rep. Marilyn John (R-Richland County). The directory aims to connect impacted partners, stakeholders, farmers, and community members. Farmers who are interested in selling […]
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Idea Works, Inc. announces upcoming expansion
MANSFIELD – Idea Works, Inc. is excited to announce plans to expand and update its shared kitchen space at 144 W 3rd St., Manfield. “As of Jan. 1, 2025, we will no longer be managing the coworking location at 40 W. 4th St. as we focus our attention on meeting the growing demand of Mansfield […]
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Richland County Pasture & Grazing School series set to begin in June
MANSFIELD – How we manage the land is becoming increasingly important. If land is over-grazed, over-planted and nutrients removed, we could have another Dust Bowl on our hands. To help prevent these scenarios and for the current generation’s land goals be met while looking to future generations, the Richland County Pasture & Grazing School Series was […]
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Rated M for Manure show set for Dec. 5 in Loudonville
LOUDONVILLE — Sometimes crap happens. And if you’re a livestock farmer, it’s guaranteed to happen every single day. How you plan to handle that crap is a key component to a successful operation. That’s why area soil and water conservation district from Ashland, Holmes, Medina and Lorain counties are joining forces with the Muskingum Watershed […]