Mechanical corn pickers were off to a slow start
During the 1920s, the pros and cons of the new-fangled machines were hotly debated in the farm press.
What to do if the ideal grazing scenario doesn’t work
Managers need to factor in available time and money, and other expected or unexpected events, so sometimes compromises need to be made.
Can you name this week’s mystery tool?
At 9 1/2 inches long, this mystery antique tool has its owner stumped. Can you tell us what it is and how it was used?
Remembering two lifelong farmers
We lost two local stalwarts of our farming community this past week. Raymond was 97 and Warren was 89.
Keeping children busy keeps them out of trouble
Learning while accomplishing big things is a powerful combination that builds self-esteem, as well as awareness beyond one's self.
Review milking procedures closely
Farmers need to observe milking routines and evaluate milkers to ensure procedures are followed correctly and consistently.
Start watching your bird feeders
We feed birds because we enjoy seeing them in our backyards, why not make our efforts a bit more worthwhile by participating in Project FeederWatch.
Hunter safety starts with the tree stand
Tree stand accidents are currently the number one cause of hunter-related injury every season.
Personal shopping
The possibilities for online shopping are growing. You can subscribe to almost anything.
Most of us are predictably irrational
People consistently behave in ways that defy economic theory, farmers and ranchers included.
