Project helping Ohio communities avert bust after shale boom
COLUMBUS — Boom, then bust. It’s a scenario often played out in local economies heavily reliant on one type of industry, especially in the...
Preserving food with boiling water canning and pressure canning
There are two ways to preserve food: using a boiling water canner or using a pressure canner.
Wildflowers planted to boost Ohio bee population
In response to the decreasing bee population, the Ohio Department of Transportation has planted wildflowers along a state route to provide food for bees.
Pastures and pipelines: Projects are not as simple as you think
The scope of a pipeline company's activities may impact your farm operation for a long time to come. Don't rush anything, and get it in writing! Tips for landowners.
Phosphorus runoff studied at Ohio farms as reduction efforts begin
Runoff from farms is one source of phosphorus that has contaminated Lake Erie, contributing to the toxic algae blooms that prompted a city-wide water ban in Toledo, Ohio in early August.
OSU Extension offers videos, guidance on home food preservation
Ohio State University Extension is offering guidance on updated ways to can and freeze food to preserve it.
Butler Farm Show 2014
Several new records were set at this year's Butler Farm Show Junior Fair Livestock Market Sale. The records were set in the steer sale, rabbits, lambs and goat divisions.
Pa. farmers can get tax credit for conservation
Pennsylvania farmers who want to use best management practices or purchase on-farm conservation equipment can now apply for tax credits through the Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) program.
Weather is one factor in decreased butterfly population
The cold winter and wet spring are cited as two reasons why this year's butterfly population is so low, according to The Washington Post.
Toledo water ban draws attention to algae, and city’s water treatment plant
Toledo water ban underscores importance of algae issue, and water plant issues.
