What to do if a hay fire occurs
In the event of a fire or hay smoldering, a fire department should be contacted immediately. However, there are ways you can reduce the damage.
Ohio State researchers trying to outsmart the stink bug
The brown marmorated stink bug is a foreigner to the United States and can reduce soybean yields up to 30 percent. Ohio State researchers are hoping to find natural ways to get rid of them.
USDA announces restructure
Sec. of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced a the creation of an undersecretary for trade and foreign agriculture affairs and changes in Rural Development.
3 ways farmers can accept credit cards
New technology for small businesses allows farmers to process payments anywhere sales happen — at the market, on the farm or online.
Organic livestock rule delayed, but still a concern for egg producers
USDA delays an organic livestock and poultry practices rule an additional six-months, to Nov. 14. Producers have a new 30-day comment window.
American Jersey Cattle Association offers 14 scholarships
More than $27,000 will be awarded by the American Jersey Cattle Association for educational opportunities this year. The deadline to apply is July 1.
Legally blind golf pro earns turfgrass management degree via World Campus
William “Monty” Elam graduated last weekend, earning a bachelor’s degree in turfgrass science online through Penn State World Campus.
Farmers hope Trump gets immigrant labor
Farmers and produce growers hope President Trump will recognize the importance of immigrant labor in the U.S.
Ohio Senate approves CAUV reform
Both chambers of the Ohio legislature have now approved bills calling for CAUV reform.
4-H leader honored for work in youth poultry program
The 2017 Carolyn Blum Memorial Pennsylvania Poultry Youth Service Award was presented to Kim Munden, of Meadville, Pennsylvania.
