Columbiana County Extension Agent Ernie Oelker describes his upcoming research work that will take him to dairy farms across northeastern Ohio.

Hoof trimmers go back to school to bone up on the latest hoof health news, trimming methods and herd health.

How are decisions made on the farm?

Ernie Oelker writes about farmers’ battle with wet weather.

Quick thinking, communication and good work averted a disaster when a custom manure hauler – filled with 4,000 gallons of liquid manure – had an accident on a road.

Scrimping on feed costs won’t always save you money, says columnist Ernie Oelker.

Terry Beck writes about what motivates workers.

What are the long-term implications of the new farm bill dairy provisions? Northeastern Ohio Extension dairy specialist Dianne Shoemaker offers her perspective.

Dennis Weilnau writes of the new EPA regulations on animal feeding operations.

Ernie Oelker writes about what he learned on his visit to the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference.