5 tips to recognize and deal with farm stress
With low prices affecting most grain and livestock operations, it’s easy to find yourself financially stressed. Here are tips from experts to manage it.
Scientific societies send ‘scientific integrity’ letter to Trump
The American Society of Agronomy, Soil Science Society of America , and the Crop Science Society of America) sent an open letter Jan. 30 to President Donald Trump, asking that he “protect and defend the scientific integrity of federal scientists.”
Ohio couple files arbitration complaint against Chesapeake Energy over unpaid royalties
A complaint, filed by Ronald and Joetta Hale, of Lisbon, Ohio, alleges Chesapeake Energy Corp. and others have underpaid oil and gas royalties to the tune of $9 million.
How to stay safe on frozen lakes, ponds
It’s difficult to tell the strength of ice simply by its appearance, its thickness, the temperature outside or whether or not it’s covered with snow.
Dairy graziers focus on excellent pastures
Dairy graziers gather for annual conference, learn about what it takes to maintain a good pasture.
GOES-16 offers Earth’s first light in true color
Taken from more than 22,000 miles away, GOES-16 offers rapid and striking imagery of the planet and its weather, giving researchers an unprecedented look for weather forecast applications.
Holstein cow sets national milk record of 77,480 pounds
A Holstein cow in Wisconsin, Ever-Green-View My Gold-ET, has set a new single-lactation national milk production record: a 365-day record of 77,480 pounds of milk.
Restoring rural America: community building in the modern era
We can restore our rural communities by supporting local food systems, investing in the local economy and participating in community building activities.
Sellman family takes pride in local meats
The Sellman family has built a sustainable farming business out of direct marketing meat, which is now found in retail stores.
Ohio farmer turned author
Ralph Rice, Jefferson, Ohio, records his memories of life on the farm in his book Cultivating Memories. Focuses on stewardship, he farms using horse power.
