Bigger heifers take better management
Breeding heifers by size, rather than age, can impact profit potential.
Economist: Dairy title in new farm bill cuts volatility by protecting margins
One of the dairy measures proposed for the next farm bill would kick in when the price received for milk sinks too close to the cost of feed.
West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame inductees
The West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame Foundation has selected four individuals for induction in 2012.
Training to help companies meet new food safety requirements
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- The PennAg Feed, Grain and Allied Industry Council will host a training opportunity for industry members, to learn the concepts of...
The self-employed, and not just farmers, boost rural economies
Economic leaders in rural areas should recognize and encourage self-employed entrepreneurs.
Ohio wines named best in show
Ohio wines had a good showing at the 2012 Ohio Wine Competition. Seven Ohio wines earned a Best of Show designation.
Want to do a better job with your farm blog?
Farm bloggers of all experience levels are invited to a blogging workshop June 22 sponsored by the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.
Annual plow day helps preserve draft horse farming traditions
That's what it's all about: preserving and improving draft horse skills and traditions and passing them on to the next generation.
Four-week class lets you explore farming career
The Countryside Conservancy is offering the Exploring the Small Farm Dream self-assessment short course at Church of the Valley in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Peninsula, Ohio.
Insiders: U.S. energy independence not reality until 2030 (if ever)
Many energy executives see the U.S. not reaching energy independence until 2030.
