Pork producers could see modest profits in 2016
Smaller hog breeding herds and lower production costs could lead to modest profits for pork producers in 2016, Purdue University agricultural economist Chris Hurt says.
Frank Burkett named Ohio Farm Bureau president
Stark Co. farmer Frank Burkett has been elected president of the Ohio Farm Bureau. He succeeds Steve Hirsch of Chillicothe, who left the board to stand for election to the Nationwide board.
Energy initiative collecting signatures for Ohio’s ballot
Energy initiative is collecting signatures to appear on Ohio's ballot, but not without controversy.
Planting intentions report offers mixed market signals
Corn prices have crashed with the news that the planted corn acres will be wildly higher than expected.
Living the small farm dream
Over 180 people attended the Small Farm Conference: Living the Small Farm Dream, April 2, at the OARDC, in Wooster. The conference covered everything from berry production, to small livestock care, farm management, and niche market opportunities for those interested in farming on a smaller scale.
Communication and confidence: Two themes shared at East Ohio Women in Agriculture Conference
Close to 150 women gathered for the third annual conference, which offered a chance for networking and farm business education.
6 tips for growing succulents indoors
Succulents are easy to grow as long as attention is paid to environment, light, soil, water, fertilizer and pest control.
Delaware Valley University dairy sale averages $2,063
Oakfield AR Splendid-Red ET, a senior 2-year-old consigned by Dylan Riedel, of Corry, Pa., topped the Delaware Valley University Green and Gold Sale, selling for $4,550 to the university.
Modern corn hybrids more resilient to nitrogen stress
Purdue University agronomists find modern corn hybrids use the same amount of nitrogen as earlier varieties and suggest saving some nitrogen for application later in the season.
Around the web this week: April 3
From dinner kits to off-grid butchers in Montana, here are six stories to read from this past week.
