Valuable online resources for farmers
The spring of 2010 has been exceptional. It has been great to see the progress our farmers are making across northeast Ohio and northwest...
We should learn a lesson from Brazil
A farmer from a temperate zone, such as one who farms in Ohio, looking for the first time at a tropical rainforest would be...
Dairy Channel: Anti-fair person has change of heart
Not all farm people are "fair people," but most are, as OSU Extension Dairy Specialist Dianne Shoemaker shares in her column this week, which explores her transition to fair-dom.
Neonatal workshop targets calf care from birth through weaning
The future of every successful dairy operation depends on a steady supply of healthy, productive replacement heifers calving between 22 and 24 months of age.
Dairy Channel: ‘Interesting’ farm bill provisions
What are the long-term implications of the new farm bill dairy provisions? Northeastern Ohio Extension dairy specialist Dianne Shoemaker offers her perspective.
Dairy Channel: Think ‘stupid’ to avoid disasters
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.
Dairy Channel: People see how you treat your animals
The livestock sector's handling of animals is scrutinized by many, and what they see isn't always positive. An update by OSU Extension district dairy speicalist Dianne Shoemaker.
Fall harvest is a time to act safely
As the harvest season is well under way, it is a good time for a safety reminder. Whether the reminder comes from a co-worker,...
Dairy Channel: Iowa’s manure nutrient utilization and odor control project used in Ohio
Ernie Oelker discusses application of Iowa manure research on Ohio farms.
What are your cows doing all day?
Time is like a snowflake -- it melts away while we try to decide what to do with it.-- AnonymousAs we reflect on a...
