Some things to know about GMOs
When used wisely, GMOs can alleviate disease and hunger. Educating people about the potential advantages and potential disadvantages of GMOs is important.
Why do cows bunch up in groups?
When cows bunch together it compromises production, health and welfare of the animals. Unless you're a cow whisperer, here are some things to consider when dealing with bunching.
Battling the phobia of GMOs
The opposition to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is mounting another charge, this time through various state ballots designed to put into law the mandatory labeling of GMO-derived ingredients in food.
Keep your dairy herd’s udders and teats healthy during winter
Taking care of the udder and teats during the harshest weather of the year will keep the cows comfortable and healthy, meaning fewer cases of mastitis.
Winter readiness: A guide to protecting your farm, workers and livestock
Don’t be caught off guard as the weather moves from warm and muddy to below-freezing and snowy this week. Ohio State University's John Yost offers a winter farm checklist for equipment upkeep, livestock care and worker safety during icy conditions.
Estimating your corn silage yield
There are two common ways to estimate tonnage, one based on plant height and the other based on estimated grain yield.
Should I buy, lease or rent farm equipment?
Don’t let a big purchase drain your cash reserves. Learn when it’s better to lease for flexibility or buy for equity to keep your farm viable this year.
The word of the year is ‘stewardship’
After another year of extremes, Dairy Excel's David Marrison looks ahead to 2026. See why he is trading resolutions for a single focus: the practice of stewardship.
‘What’s a fair price to pay to rent farmland in eastern Ohio?’ Well,...
Just because one farmer offers to pay more per acre doesn’t necessarily mean they will care for the land like someone who offers less per acre.
Stall Wars: Cows vs. comfort
In stall-based housing systems, the cow stall design, surface and bedding type have a large effect on cow comfort and cow injuries.
