Monday, May 6, 2024
Farming 101

Farming 101

Farm and Dairy is featuring a series of “101” columns throughout the year to help young and beginning farmers master farm living. From finances to management to machinery repair and animal care, farmers do it all.

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.

A Whole Farm Revenue Protection plan provides a risk management safety net for all commodities on the farm under one policy.
Stark County Fair livestock auction

Stockmanship is setting cattle up to do what you want them to do. Follow these basic tips for low-stress cattle handling.
irrigation

Whether you are using a well or surface water to irrigate, the primary components of an irrigation system are often similar, if not identical.

Laws and regulations for multipurpose farm utility vehicles differ from one municipality to another in Pennsylvania.
Ohio farm

Farmers rely on electricity to perform a number of tasks involving lighting, tools and equipment. Here are basic safety tips for working with electricity.
Ohio farmland

Unsure about the legalities surrounding farmland leases? Check out these five things you should know before making an agreement.

Show season brings new concerns for livestock health. Learn more about ways to keep livestock healthy before taking them to the fair.
Tilling

Understanding a tractor’s stability — its center of gravity and stability baseline — in relation to outside forces could prevent a major accident or injury.
farmland

Learn more about the voluntary programs NRCS offers to eligible landowners and agricultural producers to provide financial and technical assistance.