EPA working ‘for’ livestock groups
One reader says the EPA will work for instead of with livestock groups to conduct on-farm research.
Farmers hurt by fuel tab, but it presents renewable fuels opportunity
Nearly half of all existing U.S. ethanol plants are owned by farmers, said Farm Bureau President Bob Stallman.
Farmers safe from lawsuits? It’s called blackmail
This reader says farmers helping with research to avoid lawsuits is blackmail.
Mad cow scares again
A cow tested "inconclusive" last week for the brain-wasting disease bovine spongiform encephalopathy.
Maximize silage quality at harvest
Whole-plant moisture, chop length and proper packing are important factors when harvesting and storing high-quality corn silage.
Ohio man among top 10 auctioneersin bid for world championship
Ron Kreis of Adamsville, Ohio, was among the top 10 auctioneers at the international contest.
Ohio Sheep Day set for July 17
The on-farm event features sessions on breeding, technology, conservation and more.
Farm battles in the air and water
In this week's commentary, Editor Susan Crowell says if there's ever a time for farmers to think more "proactively" it's now.
Will luck hold for hog producers?
Pork exports, the economy, and producers getting a larger share of retail pork expenditures all account for higher hog prices.
Legislators try to make country-of-origin labeling voluntary
Groups representing produce, cattle, pork and seafood producers support it.
