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FAMACHA is system developed in South Africa that allows small ruminant, sheep and goat, owners to evaluate the need for de-worming treatment of individual animals based on eyelid color.
All About Horses will be held May 4 and again on May 18 at Valley Oaks Farm to give beginners an opportunity to learn more about horses and their care. Reservations are recommended.
2013 Great Lakes Fiber Show is to be held at the Wayne County Fairgrounds along side the the Great Lakes Sheep Show and Sale and the eastern Angora Goat Show. Throughout the weekend there will be workshops and all kinds of fun things going on for anyone at any age.
A CDC study claimed that unpasteurized milk and products cause more outbreaks than pasteurized milk. The Weston A. Price Foundation found the CDC study to be flawed and misleading. From this it is argued that raw milk is safe to consume.
Technology use is constantly on the rise on today's farms. Now, farmers are beginning to discover the advantages of using specialized smart phone apps in their operations as well.
Consider adding some plants known for their powerful smells to the garden this spring. Choosing plants that bloom at varying times will ensure a sweet smell in the air until fall.
Ohio farmers typically rely heavily on a steady, nutritious and affordable supply of hay to feed their livestock each winter. Although hay prices can swing wildly according to supply and demand, producing a high quality, healthy hay crop is something that requires careful management.
Area produce growers will be affected by proposed new FDA regulations. An FDA scientist and spokesman, James Gorny, spoke to The Bargain Hunter about the potential effects.
Family farms face unique challenges. Economic conditions often dictate the necessity of working off the farm for one or both spouses.
In the heat of summer, the shady areas of the yard can become a place to unwind and relax. Dress them up with plants that thrive in low light.
No room for a traditional garden? Grow up with container and vertical gardens that can sustain flowers, herbs and vegetables with no weeds to worry about.
Americans are addicted to lush green grass lawns that are unfortunately poisoning the water, air and soil when cared for in traditional ways. Try alternatives to grass or use organic methods to care for the ground cover that grows on 32 million acres.
Growing your own food in a home garden is not as easy as some might think but the benefits are worth the trouble.
Try dividing perennials when they show signs of weakness. Your plants will be healthier and there is the bonus of more plants to add to the garden or share with other gardeners.
Starting seeds indoors, before the planting season begins, allows you to try varieties you might not find as starts in nurseries or garden centers.
The decision to create or participate in a community garden should be made after careful consideration. It may be just what you are looking for... or maybe not.
Don't just ask kids to help in the garden, let them plant one of their own.
Garden myths are as old as the practice itself. Gardeners have been known to do some crazy things to make their garden grow.
Garden folklore and home remedies that have been tried and proven to work for generations are still used in today's modern garden.
The Planting Transferability Pilot Project allows producers to plant approved fruits or vegetables for processing on a farm¿s base acres.
The Wayne County Schools Career Center hosted the FFA District 3 Ag and Industrial Diagnostics contest.
The recent Ohio Society of Bluebirds conference set a record attendance.
OSU Extension in Wayne and Holmes Counties announces a pasture for profit grazing school that will be held at the Mount Hope Livestock Auction.
The Planting Transferability Pilot Project allows producers to plant approved fruits or vegetables for processing on a farm's base acres.
OSU Extension in Wayne and Holmes Counties announces a pasture for profit grazing school that will be held at the Mount Hope Livestock Auction.
New farmers now have an agricultural microloan credit option to consider.
Farm tax webinar to be held Feb. 6, hosted by OSU Extension.
Rick Lehtinen, associate professor of biology at The College of Wooster, confirms discovery of new frog species through DNA and morphological testing.
The Moreland Fruit Farm near Wooster continues to thrive as they have diversified their seasonal crops to provide year-round products for customers in search of fresh, locally grown food.
Ohio Maple Days help producers prepare for the coming maple syrup season, which in Ohio runs from early February through mid-March, depending on the weather.
Enjoy the gourmet flavors of locally roasted coffee during the month of January at Local Roots Market and Cafe.
Many questions concerning the agricultural outlook for 2013 will be answered at the upcoming 2013 Wayne County Agricultural Outlook meeting in January.
Issues concerning water quality, taxation and energy development were discussed during the recent Ohio Farm Bureau Federation meeting.
Purchase Christmas trees from the Wooster Noon Lions Club.
Local Roots has almost everything you need (except the cranberry sauce) for your holiday feast.
Legislation raises care standards and increases penalties.
When you're shopping for locally-grown produce, meats, and more at Local Roots, you also have the option to support other small producers and buy non-local products in the Local Roots Cupboard.
New beef cattle handling facility to be dedicated Oct. 12.
FSA reminds producers that all Ohio counties were designated as primary or contiguous natural disaster areas.
Moreland to hold Heritage Day Oct. 6, and continues to preserve the history of the area.
The second of two days of livestock auctions had buyers competing for hundreds of market hogs and cattle.
The first of two days of livestock auctions brought out buyers from all over the county to purchase hundreds of rabbits, lambs, goats and poultry.
National Farm Safety Week reminds families to be vigilant about farm-related dangers and to practice farm safety.
This past week has seen the perfect weather for donuts, warm peach cobbler or a steak sandwich cooked over open coals. The Wayne County Fair offers all of that and much more.
Three and four generations of dairy farmers compete for top honors at the Wayne County Junior Fair Dairy Show. Hundreds of quality dairy cattle, including Holsteins, Jerseys and Brown Swiss, were judged during the daylong competition.
People filled the grandstand at the Wayne County Fair early Monday morning, Sept. 10, to listen to 10 county high school marching bands play. The crowd showed appreciation with cheers and applause.
Ponies, draft ponies, registered Haflingers and draft horses and their handlers took to the show ring in the coliseum at the Wayne County Fair Sept. 10 for a day of competition. Entrants competed for showmanship and mini showmanship in more than 30 different classes.
The kiddie tractor pull at the Wayne County Fair celebrated its 25th anniversary with a packed show arena and 175 children trying their best.
While many of the fair goers at the Wayne County Fair await the food, rides, games and entertainment every year, it's the animals in all sizes and types that are the main event.
After the rain cleared away, the Wayne County Fair opening was a success, with games, entertainment, rides, food, animals and plenty of people.
A new Jr. Fair Royal Court has been crowned for 2012 at the Wayne County Fair. Geoffrey Norris and Emily Rehm were crowned king and queen, with Bryce Payne and Bailey Hardin as prince and princess.
Lands that are not yet classified as "under severe drought," but that are "abnormally dry" to be used for haying and grazing.
The Ohio Cattlemen's Association Roundup on August 17-18 will unite some of the most knowledgeable minds in the beef industry today, as well as provide plenty of educational opportunities through both seminars, speakers and tours of area farms and industries.
Two food preservation classes, presented by OSU Extension agent Melinda Hill, will take place at Local Roots, August 1 and Sept. 5.
Livestock, poultry should be monitored in extreme heat.
Congressman Bob Gibbs issues a statement on the vote concerning the Farm Bill.
The buzz around the area is that beekeeping is on the rise. Dr. Jim Tew, a recently retired bee specialist at The Ohio State University Extension Services in Wooster, help a meeting recently in Mt. Hope to discuss the growing trend.
Celebrate National Dairy Month with a great selection of locally-produced dairy products at Local Roots.
On a typical Saturday morning, the Wooster Farmers Market is bustling with people looking for fruits, vegetables, honey, and much more.
The Garden of Roses of Legend and Romance at Wooster's OARDC held their fifth annual open house June 9. Perfect late spring weather made the event a delight for visitors that traveled from as far away as Michigan to see and smell 500 different varieties of old-fashioned roses.
Taylor Howman, 10, of Wooster, is getting to know the Border Leicester ewe, Alisa, which was awarded to her at the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival in May.
This May, Local Roots Market and Café hit the one million dollar sales mark. A Million Dollar Mark party will be held June 9 to celebrate the milestone.
The Great Lakes Fiber Show and Sale draws hundreds of people looking for bargains on yarn and other fibers and supplies. There were free workshops, kids' activities, a skein competition and a livestock show and sale.
The June 2 season opening of the Downtown Wooster Farmers' Market will give you a chance to meet many of the producers who provide Local Roots with their growing stock of locally-grown produce, home-baked goods, flowers and more.
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