Major co-ops back dairy stabilization plan
The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee did the right thing when it approved a farm bill that contains much-needed change in federal dairy programs, including provisions outlined in the Dairy Security Act. Dairy farmers in the Upper Midwest will benefit from these changes.
Letter writer: Not satisifed with exotic animal bill
Remember Civics 101 where they taught us about the 'checks and balances' in our three branches of government -- executive, legislative and judicial?Apparently, John...
What they don’t tell you at graduation is what will matter most in life
For nearly four decades, my career path has found roots in the educational system. As a “baby boomer,” I have observed changing attitudes of...
Only three channels, but it was the whole world in television
(Part three)In the early 1960s, a 23-inch black and white television set cost $219, with a 26-inch color TV going for $379. If a...
New York offers fish power that some areas don’t
Great Lakes salmon are like no other fresh water game fish. They’ve got what sport fishermen like; muscle and lots of it. Hook a...
Technology has dramatically changed the planting season for farmers
According to the last Farm and Dairy, 79 percent of Ohio’s corn is planted, way ahead of last year (Marlin Clark said that last...
Ask FSA Andy: Busy time of the year! Sign up now!
Hello Again!Is your corn in the ground? Are you done with beans yet? What? Are you just a bit busy right now? With...
Raising children: Yours, mine and ours
The same people that I once fervently hoped would mind their own business are the people I hope most will help mind mine today.
Big numbers should trigger hard questions
Hard numbers, hard questions and even harder answers.
Happy 150th birthday, USDA!
The USDA is celebrating its 150th birthday, but farmers deserve some cake, too.
