Ohio hog inventory up 6 percent
The U.S. inventory of all hogs and pigs March 1 was up 2 percent from last year but 2 percent below December's numbers.
Supply problems bring high grain prices
Grain farmers across the country are enjoying some of the highest commodity prices they have seen in several years.
Swine manure composting is promising
Illinois study shows composting is feasible method for disposing of swine manure.
Farmers need new game plan to retain their share of food dollar
Processor consolidation and rising retail influence has changed the ag ball game.
Western Pa. environmental farm program launched
The USDA launched a $146 million Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program in western Pennsylvania.
More farms run by females
More than a quarter of all farm operations in the country are now run by women.
American beef worries gone, but mad-cow disease not forgotten
The economic impacts of the recent BSE scare will be around for a long time.
Canadian BSE triggered by feed
Complete answers may never be known.
Columnist perpetuates family lore, but it’s just a myth
Family trees are often filled with more fiction than fact, observes reader Kevin Sherlock.
Daffodil Dairy Sale marks anniversary
The 30th anniversary edition Daffodil Dairy Sale will be held at the Carroll County Fairgrounds March 30.
