OCM explains its dislike of ‘industrial ag,’ trust in HSUS
Members of Organization for Competitive Markets recently made a visit to Ohio, explaining their market vision and alliance with HSUS.
Beef checkoff: OCM, NCBA at ‘opposite ends of the table’
Organization for Competitive Markets visited Ohio Feb. 25, criticizing the beef checkoff and industrial agriculture.
Huge food show in Dubai is opportunity to showcase U.S. beef
WASHINGTON -- A dozen leaders of state and national agriculture organizations from around the United States visited the Middle East and Europe through a...
New farm bill gives farmers new options for risk management
The 2014 farm bill gives farm operators and landowners the choice among fixed price supports (PLC) and county- or farm-level revenue coverage (ARC). Although still early, some general conclusions about the programs can be reached.
U.S. exported less ag equipment in 2013
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Exports of U.S. agricultural equipment dropped 6 percent in 2013 compared to the previous year for a total of $12 billion...
How to prevent snow-related roof collapses
Some basic steps to protecting your farm building rooves from snow damage.
Gear up for mentored youth fishing days at many locations
The 2014 Mentored Youth Fishing Days are approaching, so youth anglers and their mentors are gearing up to fish on 41 waters across the state.
Predicting the future: Farmers rolling dice with crop insurance
Most farmers say they would farm without crop insurance, but it makes their lives a little easier. Without the backup of crop insurance, they say, their business and livelihood might not survive. Kristy Foster-Seachrist examines how Ohio farms are using, or not using, the program.
Carbon sequestration not so simple
Findings at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are providing information about the soil carbon dynamics that play a crucial role in lifecycle assessments of bioenergy production.
Balance and quality define Gahler Farms Angus
Ohio’s Young Cattleman of the Year is committed to the Angus breed, and the larger beef industry.
