Opinion: Kasich values businesses over farms
Letter writer says the Kasich administration has given tax benefits to businesses, while farmers have been made to pay more.
Looking for hope while trading the grain marketing cycle
The real fear for the new crop is that the March 31st USDA Planting Intentions Report will show a shift of corn acres to soybeans. That means we have missed the best opportunity to get some new crops sold.
Get your garden ready for spring planting
Whether you are breaking ground for a new garden or getting an existing bed in shape for spring, a little preparation goes a long way.
How to build a simple, quality bird box
Although cavity-nesting songbirds don't begin nesting until late March or early April, there's no time like the present to build or buy a few nest boxes.
Diversity on the farm: My cows are prejudiced
What should you consider when trying to accomplish diversity and inclusiveness on the farm? Columnist Ed Brown lays out the benefits and concerns.
Chores on the farm bring solace
Farming, with its demands, its solitude, new life and certain death, puts us in tune with the harsh, yet holy, cycle of life.
FSA now offers text alerts
The Ohio USDA FSA County offices now offers farmers and producers the opportunity to receive notifications from their county office through text messages.
A Drama Mama’s guide to the arts
There are endless benefits to taking part in a high school production that pay dividends well into adulthood.
3 things to be mindful of when towing a boat
If one tows often, he or she will experience an occasional tire or other trailer failure. It's not "if" but "when." It just happens.
Grain prices are consistent, but cheap
All three major grains traded on the Chicago Board of Trade have traded to new lows. This happened on the overnight trading, but we have had no rebound.
