Letter: Agriculture needs to engage more consumers
Reader: I challenge all of us involved in agriculture to utilize our resources to the best that we can so we can work better ourselves.
Hugo Chavez death may create fragile ag climate in Venezuela
The death of Venezuelan president, Hugo Chavez, creates uncertainty in that country's ag sectors, too.
Pollinator short course to focus on threats to bees
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Farmers, gardeners, beekeepers, naturalists and others with an interest in bees are invited to attend The Power of Pollinators Short Course,...
Eating fewer, larger meals may be healthier for obese women
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- Media articles and nutritionists alike have perpetuated the idea that for healthy metabolisms individuals should consume small meals multiple times a...
Canada, Europe still biggest buyers of U.S. farm equipment
WASHINGTON -- Exports of U.S.-made agricultural equipment increased 16 percent in 2012 compared to the previous year for a total $12.8 billion, with Africa...
Diagnostic network collaboration key to fighting diseases in plants
COLUMBUS -- Its work is like that of first responders -- but instead of combating fires, accidents or medical emergencies, it tackles diseases that...
Ohio State to host Organic Animal Health symposium
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Two Ohio State University programs will host an Organic Animal Health Symposium on March 18 in Columbus.The event's focus will be...
Dairy checkoff still boosts market opportunity
DALTON, Ohio — Dairy farmers can only do so much to ensure the value of their milk. Once it leaves the farm, it’s in...
New farm bill a priority for 2013
More coverage of the farm bureau trip to D.C.
WASHINGTON, D. C. — It's still anyone's guess when the next farm bill will be passed,...
National Dairy Producers Conference Farm bill, immigration reform on tap
ARLINGTON, Va. — The outlook for a new farm bill, and a better safety net for dairy farmers, will be one of the key...
