USDA forecasts record soybean acreage
Farmers are expecting to plant a record 91 million acres of soybeans this year in the U.S., according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s March 31 Prospective Plantings report.
Selecting the right plants for wet land in Ohio
If you have a wet yard, consider planting trees, shrubs and groundcovers that are more tolerant to wet conditions.
What farmers need to know about FDA guidance ending OTC antibiotics
Beginning in June 2023, farmers won’t be able to buy any over-the-counter antibiotics for their animals. This will be a big change for farmers, many of whom are accustomed to doing much of their own veterinary care.
Red Beard Bees
Red Beard Bees includes 65 colonies, or hives, in the Whitehall suburb of Columbus where owner Dave Noble lives.
USDA collects detailed data on agroforestry for first time ever
Data collection for the USDA's first national agroforestry survey ends April 5.
Working in healthy ways keeps occupational therapist going at Purple Skies Farm
At Purple Skies Farm, in North Royalton, Visar Duane, an occupational therapist, focuses on working in healthy, environmentally sustainable ways.
Bird flu found in a wild bird in Pennsylvania
Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus has been detected in a wild bald eagle found dead in East Marlborough Township, Chester County. This marks the first detection of the HPAI H5N1, or bird flu, in birds within Pennsylvania.
Bird flu found in Ohio backyard chicken flock
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in a backyard chicken flock in Franklin County, Ohio, the Ohio Department of Agriculture said.
Federal urban agriculture committee to focus on access, innovation, equity
There are a lot of priorities for urban agriculture. But equity is a theme that runs through them all, said the new Federal Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production.
Beaver County launches $20M program to bring broadband to all residents
The Beaver County Office of Planning and Redevelopment announced plans to spend nearly $20 million of American Rescue Plan Act funding on the Connect Beaver County program. It will bring broadband to 28 municipalities that lack complete or sufficient access to reliable, high-speed internet.
