Employing youth for the summer
Many farmers may employ youth labor to help. It’s important to know and understand youth labor laws when hiring minors for summer labor.
Ohio farmers given nutrient management tools
The Ohio Department of Agriculture announced new tools to help farmers manage nutrients, including a partnership with the National Weather Service.
Use caution with door-to-door meat sales
Always make sure the meat or poultry comes from a reputable, approved source. Follow these tips when buying from a door-to-door salesperson.
Select Sires names D.R. Monke Production Center
Select Sires dedicated the European Union-qualified barns at its Plain City facility as the D.R. Monke Production Center in honor of retiring Vice President of Production Operations Dr. Donald Roy Monke.
Bale grazing trial in second year
A Kentucky farmer started a bale grazing project with the University of Kentucky, he was looking to improve the health of his cattle and his pastures.
14 summer activities to teach kids about Ag
School is out for summer, but learning never stops. Check out these 14 summer activities to teach kids about nature and agriculture.
Thai energy company buys wells in Pa. Marcellus shale
Kalnin Ventures, on behalf of Thai energy giant Banpu, buys 34 wells in the Marcellus shale of Wyoming County, Pennsylvania, from Zena Energy.
Oil and gas drilling permits climbing in Ohio, Pa.
There were 268 oil and gas drilling permits issued in Pennsylvania’s Marcellus shale play, and 112 permits issued in Ohio’s Utica play in March/April.
Seed groups address Palmer amaranth weed
The American Seed Trade Association hosted a meeting to discuss a collaborative approach to addressing Palmer amaranth and other weed seed issues.
Dairy profits conference call
The Center for Dairy Excellence's monthly Protecting Your Profits call will be May 24, at noon.
