Conservation begins in our backyards
Aldo Leopold once said, "Conservation is the state of harmony between men and land." The coexistence between the two is often threatened and even...
Easy to take bees’ work for granted
Bees play a large part in our farming world, but their work is needed everywhere.
Who invented the motorcycle? Well, let’s see…
After supper on a recent hot Saturday night, I was sitting on my front porch nursing a cold glass of Pinot Grigio and watching...
‘Free markets’ really aren’t free
If there’s no such thing as a free lunch — and there isn’t: even the United States Department of Agriculture’s “free” National School Lunch...
Take heed of important deadlines approaching
Hello again!Today I want to remind you of several important FSA program deadlines. ACRE production Producers that participated in the ACRE farm program for...
Should you consider an ag district?
Enrolling in an agricultural district makes sense for Ohio farmers to consider. It is a program that provides protections, doesn't cost anything to apply, and the application form is simple to complete.
Don’t develop nature deficit disorder
It was way back in 1994 that I can account for an "aha!" moment that defined just how I would continue to plan the...
Pray and believe
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone...
We still hold these truths self-evident
The Declaration of Independence was voted the most influential document in American history. Editor Susan Crowell says perhaps it is time we dig it out for a closer study, for to understand our roots may help get us back on track as a nation for tomorrow.
The calendar, the weatherman, and the bean counter all want center stage in the...
The calendar, the weather man, and the bean counter are all fighting for attention in the market this week. So far the weather man is winning.
