Ohioan named American Star Farmer
Austin Wippel, of Orient, Ohio, was named Star American Farmer, one of the top honors an FFA member can ever receive.
Compost barns a viable option for Ohio dairies
Compost barns could be a viable option for Ohio dairy farmers looking to improve their manure management and cow comfort options.
Bean cutworm could put some corn at risk
WOOSTER, Ohio — Late-harvested corn may be at risk for some growers this year thanks to western bean cutworms that have infested some fields,...
California drought could boost indoor farming demand
Food can be grown indoors, but to be profitable, you need a good plan.
OARDC’s Steve Slack inducted into USDA’s NIFA Hall of Fame
Steve Slack, director of the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, has been inducted into the National Institute of Food and Agriculture Hall of Fame
Groups propose Ohio water quality bond issue
Ohio lawmakers hear plans for clean water bond initiative.
Harvesting (and marketing) grain in hope
More than any other time in recent memory, farmers this year are harvesting in hope. That is, their collective marketing plan is to hope that prices get better.
International panel warns that meat causes cancer
The World Health Organization now classifies the consumption of red meat as 'probably' carcinogenic to humans. Processed meat was classified as carcinogenic to humans.
Organic farming conference touts benefits of less inputs
Organic farming conference highlights the benefits of low-cost inputs, and balanced approach to farming.
The trick to allergy-safe Halloween treats
Hershey bars, Snickers and Reese’s may be trick-or-treat night staples, but for children who have food allergies, these type of treats can be dangerous. Pass out safe candy this season and always check your child's candy bag.
