Pine Tree Dairy keeps things simple
Matt Steiner said there are only four important components to being a successful dairy farmer, and it doesn’t revolve around the breed of cow you raise or the brand of tractor you drive.
Breeding resistant chickens for improved food safety
A new test developed by USDA Agricultural Research Service scientists in College Station, Texas, could make it easier to breed pathogen-resistant chickens.
Ohio’s mineral resources valued over $1.6B
Ohio's mineral resources produced more than $1.6 billion worth of geologic commodities in 2016, according to a newly released report from the ODNR.
Grain exports offered $55.5 billion in economic output
U.S. feed grain and grain products exports were worth $18.9 billion in 2015, and supported $55.5 billion in economic output.
Having cows put proteins into milk is the goal
One researcher hopes to formulate diets where cows consume less protein or less nitrogen and still produces the same amount of milk and milk components.
Cropland map supports food, water security
New cropland map shows 4.62 billion acres of croplands in the world, 15 to 20 percent higher than former estimates, United States Geological Survey reports.
Farm pest biocontrol developed in N.Y. sought nationwide
Using biocontrol nematodes as a non-chemical management practice could reduce damage by alfalfa snout beetle and other field crop and fruit pests.
Fertilizer application rules modified
Those who apply fertilizer on 50 or more acres now have the option to take an exam or attend a three-hour course to get the required certification.
Wayne SWCD celebrates 70 years
The Wayne Soil and Water Conservation District held its 70th annual meeting Nov. 16, at The Barn Restaurant in Smithville.
Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers set new records
Dave and Carol Stelts of Enon Valley, Pennsylvania set the Pennsylvania record for heaviest pumpkin at 2,090.5 pounds.
