If you can, get in fields early
COLUMBUS - Getting ready to plant corn? Just remember the trials and tribulations of establishing last season's crop.
Land trusts can do more harm than good
STANFORD, Calif. - Land trusts that focus on biodiversity conservation should consider the impact of real estate market forces when acquiring land, according to a new study to be published in the March 13 online edition of the
Results are in from Pa. Beef Exposition
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. - A weekend of cattle sales, youth competitions, cattle shows and tradeshows came to a satisfying end for many of Pennsylvania's cattle enthusiasts.
Social Security affects farm workers
EAST LIVERPOOL, Ohio - As American farmers and growers prepare for spring planting season, they should make sure they know the rules that affect Social Security protection for their workers.
U.S. is divided on immigration issue
WASHINGTON - More Americans would prefer workplace sanctions to reduce illegal immigration from Mexico rather than fences or additional border agents, according to a new national poll.
Top dairy producers are pointed out
COSHOCTON, Ohio - The 2006 dairy princess was crowned, top dairy producers were recognized, a number of youth achievement awards were presented, and others were given special recognition at the annual Coshocton County dairy meeting and banquet.
Communication vital on family farms
MEADVILLE, Pa. - A family farm is a unique business environment, one where family and business interests overlap and multiple generations coexist.
Holmes Co. herds among state’s best
WALNUT CREEK, Ohio - Prior to the presentation of the awards at the 2006 Holmes County Dairy Recognition Banquet, Darrell Kick, a member of the DHI committee, listed the top 10 ways to identify a dairy farmer, including "if you have every received an award for fat and been proud of it, you might be a dairy farmer.
Stark County’s top dairy herds honored
LOUISVILLE, Ohio - Collegiate basketball has its "Elite Eight," but Ohio's dairy industry has its Elite 5 Percent.
Experts say bird flu can be averted
SALEM, Ohio - Some experts say the arrival of avian influenza in North America is inevitable; others feel many strains can be kept at bay.













