The Dirt on Conservation: Keep soil, manure, water in its place
In our part of the world, 38 inches of rain is very common annually. Some of this rain doesn't soak in and must go somewhere -- and there's the problem for land owners and managers. You have instantly become a responsible party.
If considering a young person for a job, remember minor labor laws
With high school graduation season upon us, now is a time when you may receive a call or knock on your door from a...
Dairy Excel: Websites can be valuable resources for producers
What a difference a year has made. Last year we were in the middle of one of the nicest spring planting seasons on record. Now, this year's spring is making a run for the record books as one of our all time worst springs.
Success… at the end of a rope halter
They are barely able to walk and yet they pick up the end of rope halter and make their first debut in the show...
Heat stress: Your best cows are the ones at risk
A cow is like your car's engine: She needs a radiator to get rid of the heat produced by her metabolism. Cooling cows is a challenge, but one you can't ignore.
Dairy Excel: Rainy day management challenge
It's a great time to think about employee motivation. Dark, rainy, muddy days make for long work days around the farm.
Things to consider during a farm transition from one generation to next
Questions and issues from families about transferring their farm businesses to the next generation continue to come into my office, with several calls and...
Fact sheets focus on farm hazards
Before building a freestall barn, our cows were housed in tie stalls and loose housing. As you might find in many tie stall barns,...
Knowing your farm costs helps determine the path it will take
Dairy Jeopardy for $1,000: The answer is -437, -254, and -183. The question: How many Total herds, Grade A herds and Manufacturing Grade herds...
Cheesemaking workshop gives participants an edge in the industry
Hello northeast Ohio dairy farmers. OSU Extension is saying cheese again! OSU Extension is sponsoring a three-day basic cheesemaking course geared for local dairy,...
