Water quality trading on horizon in Muskingum River Watershed
On June 17, the Muskingum River Watershed joint board of Soil and Water Conservation Districts met for the first time. The formation of the...
The art of hobby-free existence
It is fairly well established that one should never discuss politics or religion in polite company. I think, however, that a third category of...
FSA Andy By FSA Andy
Hello Again!Once again, it’s my turn to write FSA Andy this month. Everybody always shoves July on me because nothing major is going on...
I’ve mastered the fine art of a hobby-free existence
It is fairly well established that one should never discuss politics or religion in polite company. I think, however, that a third category of...
NCBA realizes reorganization misstep
That didn't take long.Before most of the newspapers carrying last week's installment of this summer's most popular soap opera, "The Beef Checkoff Chronicles," could...
Set for fun with Clover and Alfalfa
Farm and Dairy ColumnistWhile all of our neighbors were busy in the hay fields, we were finding a unique new way to add timothy...
Nature’s fireworks: Fireflies’ bioluminescence
The first firefly of the year appeared in my yard a month ago. As fireworks commemorate Independence Day, I’m reminded of the natural fireworks...
Prenuptial agreement: Do I need one?
When couples marry, they do so with the outlook that it’s a life-long commitment. Have you considered what might happen to the assets you...
Ohio animal welfare compromise: Smart move or sell-out?
Leadership of Ohio's major commodity and farm groups sat down at the negotiating table with the Humane Society of the United States. Why? Well, let's just say politics makes strange bedfellows.
Unintended consequence of health care reform? More farm tax paperwork
Beginning in 2012, a little discussed mandate in the health care reform legislation will require any business -- including a farm -- that purchases more than $600 of goods or services from another business or individual to submit a 1099 tax from to the Internal Revenue Service.
