Sunday, December 7, 2025
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.

fire

Ohio has laws for open burning, even on farms. Check out these “do’s” and “don’ts” when it comes to burning agricultural wastes.
fencing on farm

Planning is the key to ensuring fencing is installed properly and you're getting the most out of your investment.

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

Learn to navigate through Ohio's Current Agricultural Use Value legislation to find out if you qualify.

Good help is hard to find. Here are some quick tips for keeping good workers.
farmland

There are many reasons for a farm to consider growing, even in today’s environment of tight margins. Here are nine options for expanding the farm business.

Learn more about livestock management techniques that can reduce your herd's risk for parasite infection, and stop its spread when cases are discovered.
loading grain bins

Farm safety kits should include items to handle a major trauma. Here are 6 tips for creating a farm safety kit.

Choose between board, barbed wire, woven wire, cable, mesh, high-tensile, electric or a combination of any of these to best suit your farm fencing needs.
winter farm tractor

Learn more about making preparations for proper storage of farm equipment over the winter.