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Group calls for renewable fuel standard reform |
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Wednesday, 24 April 2013 09:55 |
WASHINGTON - As the nation's top agricultural leaders met at the USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum, ActionAid USA called attention to the Renewable Fuel Standard's impacts on agriculture and food security.
ActionAid USA's Kristin Sundell says, "Between the continuing drought and U.S. ethanol policy, food security for millions of people is in jeopardy.
"The jump in food prices from last year proves energy policies like the Renewable Fuel Standard, which divert land from food to fuel crops, are irresponsible and should be reformed."
USDA economists claim food prices will go up 3.5 percent because of last year's drought.
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Applications for Science Camp being accepted |
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Wednesday, 24 April 2013 09:54 |
The Kids' Outdoor Science Camp, held at 4-H Camp Palmer near Harrison Lake State Park in Fayette, is scheduled for June 9-12. This popular camp is open to youth from age 8 (and 3rd grade) through 14 (finishing the 8th grade) living in the three state area.
Exciting programs will evolve around this year's theme, "Camp is Hot… Weather or Not!" Campers will explore their natural environment and enjoy outdoor adventure with a scientific focus. They will also have the opportunity to climb high ropes, hike, swim, and canoe along with a host of traditional camp activities including crafts, evening dances and campfire programs.
The camp fee is $132 and covers all program supplies for the four-day and three-night event including meals, overnight accommodation, T-shirt, activities, and many great camp experiences.
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Wednesday, 24 April 2013 09:52 |
Jackson Livestock
On April 14 the Jackson Livestock 4-H Club held its monthly meeting. Roll call was taken by asking members what their favorite tree was.
Club advisors Matt and Monica Davis led the club members in their annual Quality Assurance meeting. It included the 10 good production practices, focusing on three of those practices. The club also completed activities helping members understand the animal's blind spots, flight zone and how to read and properly fill out DUNFs.
Members with goats were reminded of the goat weigh-in date this Saturday. The club members were assigned roads to pick up as part of their community service project. Members were informed of the new demonstration requirements; new project books were handed out and members were reminded of recycling, also on Saturday.
Demonstrations and snacks for the next meeting were assigned and then club members enjoyed snacks.
The next meeting is May 19, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ohio State Research and Development Center.
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Elmwood FFA members recognized |
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Wednesday, 24 April 2013 09:53 |
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| (From left) Cassie Shaffer, Winner of the Dekalb award, Garrett Benschoter, winner of the 110% award, and Chelsea Schmitz, the FFA queen, pose on stage after the Elmwood FFA banquet Saturday night. (Photo: Shane Hughes/Sentinel-Tribune) |
Among the awards presented Saturday night at the Elmwood FFA banquet were:
Proficiency awards
Proficiency awards are given for excellence in the various areas of student projects.
Cassie Shaffer was a triple winner taking top honors for her dairy beef feeders, forage crop production and shared with her sister in specialty crop production with her sister, Emilia Shaffer for their popcorn project. Katie Peters was a double winner, taking top honors in both beef market steers and goat production.
Other winners were:
Swine production - Ashley Veryser
Small animal care - Courtney Thomson
Equine production - Kylee Smith
Grain production - Lorne Strausbaugh
Oil crop production - Mitch Beaverson
Vegetable production - Trisha Cassidy
Community development - Tyler Morlock
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 24 April 2013 11:43 |
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Elmwood FFA celebrates a successful year |
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Written by BILL RYAN Sentinel Farm Editor
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Wednesday, 24 April 2013 09:52 |
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| (From left) Taylor Barndt, winner of the star greenhand award, Meagan Wise, winner of the star chapter award, and Dale Strausbaugh, recipient of the honorary degree, pose on stage after the Elmwood FFa banquet Saturday night. (Photo: Shane Hughes/Sentinel-Tribune) |
Members, families, school officials and friends of the Elmwood FFA gathered Saturday night in the school's auditeria for the annual banquet, with more than 250 people in attendance.
A steady stream of students crossed the stage to be recognized for their achievements over the past year.
Among the special awards presented included Taylor Barndt as this year's recipient of the Star Greenhand award. This awarded is presented to a first-year member who has demonstrated outstanding achievement. Barndt was recognized for being involved with fruit sales, parliamentary procedure, the toy show, pedal pulls, and community service projects.
The Star Chapter Member award was presented to Meagan Wise. This award goes to a member who has received their chapter degree and has been an outstanding performer for the chapter. Wise was recognized for having performed more than 50 community development hours. She has participated in nearly 50 chapter activities while maintaining good grades and active in other school and community projects.
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 24 April 2013 11:40 |
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