Drone gives TMK Bakersville (and farmers) clearer picture of crop scouting
Drones are being used to aid in crop scouting. One eastern Ohio company, TMK Bakersville, put together its own unmanned aerial vehicle and has had it up in the air this summer.
Livestock producers urged to enroll in disaster assistance program
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is encouraging livestock producers who have suffered eligible disaster-related losses to act to secure assistance by...
Cash rents: A different approach may be necessary
The issue of cash rents is complex and there’s not one answer for every parcel or every location.
New look at what’s in fracking fluids raises red flags
As the oil and gas drilling technique called hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking”, proliferates, a new study on the contents of the fluids involved in the process raises concerns about several ingredients.
Drones on the farm: What are the laws? Learn more at Farm Science...
While the technology is available to use drones for farm operations, the rules of who can use it and how aren’t as clear. Learn more at the Farm Science Review.
Forego end of summer gardening maintenance to see annuals again in spring
Let annuals go at the end of the summer instead of performing routine garden care.
Potential horse owners: There are some things to consider before buying
Whether raising a horse for pleasure or profession, it is important to know that caring for horses can be labor-intensive.
Marcellus and Utica shale: Pennsylvania still leading the way
The applications for new Utica shale wells appear to have slowed in August, as only 38 permits were issued statewide by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Dairymen, two online tools can help with Margin Protection Program choice
Online tools help dairymen calculate Margin Protection Program costs, as well as forecast MPP payments and the total MPP benefits the producer can anticipate.
Akron company builds drones for farm use
An Akron business specializes in building drones that can be used for farming practices.
