The biggest tree in Geauga County
Throughout the world, big trees hold tremendous cultural, ecological, and economical value. Larger trees provide more economic benefits, grow quicker and sequester more carbon than small trees.
Loading up for a North Dakota bird hunt
Mike Tontimonia details his experience hunting pheasants in North Dakota.
The only thing for certain is change
To reach and maintain a profitable milk price, we have to export milk or milk products. The total value of US exports has been remarkably flat in 2016, averaging about $320 million dollars per month — the lowest levels seen in the last four years.
Election news dominating the grain markets
Election news continues to dominate everything, including the grain markets.
4 upcoming Ag conferences for young farmers
Agricultural conferences provide an opportunity to receive valuable industry information through networking and education. They can inspire you to become more efficient on your own farm or introduce new concepts to your marketing approach. Farm and Dairy columnist Ivory Harlow details her top four choices for the upcoming year.
Plan for tighter margins, long-term viability on your farm in 2017
"Success Score Card — Benchmarking for Profit" and "Planning for the Future of Your Farm" will be held at the Ashtabula County Extension office, 39 Wall St., Jefferson, this winter.
Ask FSA Andy about Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program
November is a busy month for the Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program, which is available to crops and agricultural commodities for which CAT or additional coverage under "normal" crop insurance, is not available.
In search of a real ‘community’
Alan Guebert reflects on the meaning of community in today's world.
Elbow grease and hard work make for a good upbringing
Most farm children don't have to be told to do what needs done, because that cajoling time just doesn't exist.
Fact of life: Moving is very stressful
Mike Tontimonia details the trial and tribulations of moving.
