Self-discipline is built into farm life
Nothing good ever comes from boredom — something most farm kids don't experience. Self-discipline is built into daily chores, the more demanding the better.
Get your fertilizer certification before spring
Ohioans who apply fertilizer to more than 50 acres are now required to be state-certified, but there's still time before spring to get your training.
Diversity is key for Ohio cattle producers
J&L Cattle Services, in Ashland County, raise around 250 head of Hereford cattle. Jeff and Lou Ellen Harr custom feed 100 head of cattle for producers in Ohio, West Virginia and Tennessee, sell show stock to local 4-H members and hold their own production sale every other year.
How to select the best seed for your farm
Fine-tuning corn and soybean seed purchases based on your needs can improve efficiency and cut costs. Use these tips to choose the best seeds for your farm.
How to grow a better garden this year
By evaluating the successes, challenges and disappointments of last year's garden, you can ensure a successful growing season this year.
Ohio State’s Precision University focuses on nutrient management
With new regulations in place for producers applying manure and fertilizers to their crops, Ohio State University’s second annual Precision University turned its focus on nutrient management, Jan. 11, at Beck's Hybrids in London, Ohio.
How to buy the right tractor for your farm
Purchasing a tractor or piece of farm equipment is a big investment. Learn what to consider in this beginner's guide to buying a tractor.
It’s official: 2017 corn yield set record
The 2017 corn yield in the U.S. is estimated at a record high 176.6 bushels per acre, according to the latest USDA report.
Hemlock pest found in Ohio counties
The hemlock woolly adelgid has been discovered in Ohio. The insect, native to Asia, threatens two hemlock tree species native to the eastern U.S.
McCutcheon crowned Ohio fairs’ queen
The Ohio Fair Managers crowned Morgan McCutcheon, Licking County, as the 2018 Ohio fairs’ queen. She represents the Hartford Independent Fair.
