Reminder: Most farmers probably need to get the fertilizer applicator certification
Hello Northeast Ohio Dairy Farmers! With the passage of Ohio Senate Bill 150 this past June, farmers who apply fertilizer to over 50 acres of cropland each year are subject to a new certification requirement.
Dairy farmers investing in their future
The dairy industry in Ohio contributes significantly to the state’s economy and in the provision of food well beyond the borders of Ohio. This industry ranks third in agricultural receipts and first in receipts from animal operations.
Be real when assessing your dairy risk
In all likelihood, expect a tough year for dairy production.
It doesn’t pay to be average in the dairy business
It doesn’t pay to be average in the dairy business. Do you know where you rank? Join the Ohio Farm Business and Benchmarking program.
Looking ahead to land value, cash rent and inputs
Many factors could impact land and rent prices in 2015.
Year-end and farm business considerations
End of another year means its time to analyze your farm business decisions.
Milk prices are about to fall big time
For all of 2015, Class III futures are currently averaging $16.51/cwt, which would put the average mailbox price in Federal Order 33 at about $18/cwt for the year.
Tax season is a good time for planning
As we begin the month of December, it is great time for farmers to start to analyze their 2014 farm records.
Dairy margin programs: what to know
With deadlines quickly approaching, here are some dairy program reminders.
Take time to know your feed costs
Milk prices are still phenomenal and feed prices are far below what you were paying last year. So what am I fretting about?
