How to keep your livestock cool
Don’t want until temps reach the danger zone to help your animals. The most important thing producers can do is provide cool, clean water and shade.
How to approach a lender: Tips for getting a farm loan
Before approaching a lender, ask yourself: How much money do I need? Why do I need it? And how will I pay it back?
4 tips for employing minors
When employing young people on your farm, be sure you know and understand the regulations surrounding their position. Staying current with new guidelines and...
5 tips to prevent dairy cow foot problems
Check out these five tips from the Penn State Extension Dairy Team on managing and preventing dairy cow foot problems.
Farm chemical safety checklist
National Farm Safety Week is Sept. 17-23. Celebrate this year by making sure farm chemicals are kept safe.
A farmer’s guide to planning for retirement
How you want to spend your retirement is determined long before you reach your senior years. Learn how to plan ahead to retire from farming.
How to prevent hay fires
Most hay fires occur within the first six weeks after baling. Moisture content is the main factor that causes hay and straw to spontaneously combust.
A farmer’s guide to saving for retirement
Farmers may not have the same financial options to save for retirement as large companies, but they still have options. Learn more about those options.
5 things young farmers should know about finances
These are the top five things young and beginning farmers should think about when it comes to their farm finances, according to Dianne Shoemaker,...
7 steps for easy sprayer calibration
Using a sprayer that is not calibrated correctly can be waste of chemicals and money. Follow these tips to getting your sprayer ready for the spring season.
