Something special about farm dogs
There is something about a farm dog that makes us all stop and wonder why a good dog can't live as long as we do.
Hunt legally with these considerations
Hunters, trappers and anglers try very hard to do the right thing and stay within the rules. See if you can pass today's hunting quiz.
Bumblebee life span and pollination skills
Our lives and the dinner table just wouldn't be the same without bumble bees.
2018 perennial forage reporting date
The 2018 perennial forage needs to be reported to FSA by Nov. 15 for Ohio and Pennsylvania.
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.
