Ohio auctioneers gather for annual conference
Auctioneers from across the state convened in Columbus, Jan. 12-14, for the Ohio Auctioneers Association (OAA) annual conference.
USDA services available during a government shutdown
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue provides a list of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) services available during a government shutdown.
How to inspect a used tractor before purchase
Learn how to inspect a used tractor before buying it. Check out these tips for evaluating a tractor’s appearance, performance and overall condition.
Self-discipline is built into farm life
Nothing good ever comes from boredom — something most farm kids don't experience. Self-discipline is built into daily chores, the more demanding the better.
Pa. scholarship program supports farm show youth
The Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship Foundation presented 28 college students with scholarships totaling $98,000, at the 102nd Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Pork industry scholarships deadline Feb. 16
The National Pork Board announces the opening of the application period of the 2018 Pork Industry Scholarships.
Get your fertilizer certification before spring
Ohioans who apply fertilizer to more than 50 acres are now required to be state-certified, but there's still time before spring to get your training.
Diversity is key for Ohio cattle producers
J&L Cattle Services, in Ashland County, raise around 250 head of Hereford cattle. Jeff and Lou Ellen Harr custom feed 100 head of cattle for producers in Ohio, West Virginia and Tennessee, sell show stock to local 4-H members and hold their own production sale every other year.
Roundup of FFA news for Jan. 18, 2018
The Warren FFA chapter will be starting the annual strawberry sale. Barbecue sauce, cheese and Warren FFA T-shirts will also be sold.
EPA adds national dicamba restrictions for this year
Following ongoing controversy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the makers of dicamba, a controversial weed killer, to revise its label.
