By: Patrick Troyer, Paulding SWCD The first question that many of you likely have is what in the world does the word vermicomposting even mean? In the programs that our office offers on this topic, many students and adults alike turn their heads when they see this word appear. Vermicomposting is a unique concept that…
The New Haven Chamber of Commerce is having their Ag Appreciation Day once again. It is a morning of speakers and exhibitors that have our rural community at heart. This year’s event will be held on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at the Jefferson Township Park located at 1720 N. Webster Road. The morning will begin…
By: Patrick Troyer, Paulding SWCD Have you ever noticed that your grass pulls up off the ground like a loose piece of carpet? Chances are that you have the pest that is the focus of this week’s column, grubs. What are these creatures of nature and how do they impact your environment? How do you…
An Ohio farmer could lose more than half of his or her annual net income if the threatened 25 percent tariff is imposed on U.S. soybeans and corn in China, a study from The Ohio State University has found. Researchers with the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) have projected a 59 percent…
The 2018 Paulding County 4-H Fair kicks off fair season for Ohio. This year’s fair has been an exciting time for 4-H members and their sponsors. This year’s King and Queen were crowned on Monday, June 11. 2018 King, Austin Howell is a 2018 graduate of Paulding High School. He plans to attend OSU Lima…
What would you think if the Ohio State University President stopped by your house or farm? It might make a big splash! That’s exactly what happened for Terry and Lisa McClure! On Wednesday, June 20 Dr. Drake’s first Tour of Ohio this year made it’s third stop of the day in Paulding County. The McClure…
Woodlan FFA members competed in the State FFA Poultry Judging contest recently held at Battle Ground Middle school located near Purdue University. The Junior Poultry team of Olivia Schaefer, Haylee Basting and Luke Ketzler placed 3rd in state competition at the Junior level competition. They will be receiving a team…
By: Patrick Troyer, Paulding Soil & Water Conservation District As a Soil & Water Conservation District, we want to provide those we serve with the tools and information they need to be good stewards of our precious natural resources. Many of you may be aware that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designated the Western…
The Ohio state FFA legislature recently inducted Kalyn Strahley to be the next treasure for the 2018-2019 school year. Kalyn has worked hard for many years in the FFA program and recently said she would focus strictly on FFA. Kalyn is a resident of Paulding County and attends Paulding High School. Her family has about…
By: Sydney Reineck, Paulding FFA Reporter The Paulding FFA chapter had 22 members attend State Convention in Columbus, Ohio on May 2-4. The Convention was held at The Ohio State fairgrounds. The chapter attended many different tours including a whistle factory, as well as a candy-making factory and the equine and dairy facilities at OSU…
By: Sydney Reineck, Paulding FFA Reporter The Paulding FFA had their poultry team compete at the state FFA Finals in Columbus and one individual compete in the equine finals. The poultry team was made up of Kalyn Strahley, Shannon Hale, Kaylie Tressler and Miah Rue, and they placed 10th in the state at finals. The…
By: Sydney Reineck, Paulding FFA Reporter On Saturday April 14, 2018 the Paulding FFA chapter held their 90th annual FFA banquet. Multiple members of the community and school board members attended. The banquet was well attended with 310 people. This is an increase from last year, with only 290. The theme for this year’s banquet…
By: Emma Horstman, Paulding FFA Reporter Last Friday, the Paulding FFA Chapter held their annual petting zoo with over 600 students and staff attending. FFA members volunteered to bring in their animals for students and staff to enjoy. The elementary students truly enjoy this day because they get to pet and interact with livestock they…
