Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Farming First, Pennsylvania agriculture, Elder Vogel Jr.

The Pennsylvania Senate approved a “Farming First” legislative package that includes a tax credit for farmers who sell or lease to beginning farmers.
The 2018-2019 Ohio FFA officers wrapped up their terms during the 91st Ohio FFA State Convention. The officers included (L-R) Kolesen McCoy, president; Grace Lach, vice president at large; Emma Dearth, vice president at large; Mallory Caudill, sentinel; Kalyn Strahley, treasurer; Bailey Eberhart, reporter; Holly McClay, vice president; Tyler Zimpfer, vice president at large; Grant Lach, vice president at large and Gretchen Lee, secretary. (Mickayla Overholt photo.)

A glimpse into the 91st Ohio FFA State Convention held May 2-3 in Columbus, with the theme just one. Many speakers were heard and awards were presented.
A farm mom walking around the farm during a busy day of work.

On Mother's Day shout out your farm mom when posting a photo or video using #bestfarmmomever and be featured on the Farm and Dairy website and social media.

Cinco de Mayo is a minor holiday in Mexico but has grown into a popular celebration of Mexican culture in the United States.
American flag

Farmers often feel powerless to change rules and regulations. However, farmers can cultivate change collectively through ag advocacy.
OSU Mansfield, micro-farm, local food,

The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research has awarded a grant to Ohio State University at Mansfield to launch a $2 million urban food system project.
wet field, corn, delayed planting, Ohio farm,

Times have been tough on corn, soybean and wheat prices. Grain market commentator Marlin Clark explains why. Spoiler alert: no trade deal with China and delayed planting.
round goby

The round goby poses a threat to endangered freshwater mussels in Pennsylvania's French Creek and could to spread to the Chesapeake Bay, eventually.
combining soybeans

The USDA has extended the deadline for farmers to certify 2018 crop production for payments through the Market Facilitation Program (MFP) to May 17.
Lawn mower

Follow this spring lawn mower maintenance checklist to get your mower in working order before the grass gets too long.