May/June 2018 Our Ohio

Work continues to help combat opioid crisis

Taxes. Immigration. Trade. Water quality. Regulatory reform. All of the above are traditional priority issues for anyone associated with agriculture…

Southern Ohio farm grows bright blueberries next to green turf

Editor’s Note: The Huggetts have discontinued their blueberry farm. When Angela Allan first heard that Pickaway County Farm Bureau members…

Memorial Day busy for greenhouses, nurseries

A buzz of activity surrounds the lead-up to Memorial Day for nurseries and greenhouses, like bees hovering around the bright…

New processing plant helps Ohio hog producers meet demand

Love a tasty slice of bacon, tangy smoked ribs or a savory piece of ham? If so, you’re not alone….

Tips for finding the best location to plant garden vegetables

In real estate — and home gardening — one thing to remember is location, location, location. The ideal garden spot…

International trade markets crucial to farmers

As trade questions persist, grain farmers and their overseas markets are ground zero in the debate. As more and more…

Blueberry Dream Pie

This recipe is from the Huggett family. They love making it in the summer because it does not have to be baked in the oven. It makes a refreshing dessert on a hot day. The Huggetts make it as one pie but we experimented with mini pie shells from the grocery store with good results. We also added fresh whipped cream.