Egg prices good for consumers, bad for farmers
Since the winter of 2016, egg prices have plummeted. While that's good for shoppers, it has been tough for egg producers. One OSU Extension expert says some Ohio egg producers are 'just hanging on.'
Birdsong Farm: Community, environment are top priorities
In Hiram, Ohio, Birdsong Farm owner, Matt Herbruck, says: “I realized I needed to do a job I felt good about at the end of the day."
Business has changed, but farm is a Theaker family tradition
Richard Theaker’s first ancestors in Ohio were blacksmiths by trade and the deed to the first Theaker property in Ohio was, in fact, written on sheepskin.
Esselburns are a true family of ‘Aggies’
Esselburn family is committed to education, agriculture, careers and country.
Ohio farmer, innovator Marcia Ruff: ‘Don’t be afraid to try things’
It bothers Marcia Ruff when a woman says she’s just a farm wife, because she believes there are many opportunities for women in agriculture.
Sandy Beaver Farms: 200 years of progressive agriculture
Sandy Beaver Farms has been operated by five generations of the Bowman family. The Lisbon farm was recognized by the Ohio Department of Agriculture as a bicentennial farm in 2013.
They grow ‘sweet fruit and sour people’
The winter of 2014 destroyed the McConnell peach crop, but that’s hasn’t closed the market.
Ohio Proud works with Columbus City Schools to provide local lunches to more than...
Ohio Proud is helping to provide healthy, locally sourced lunches to one of Ohio's largest school districts.
Molnar Farms: Quality produce with a WOW! factor
In Mahoning County, the Molnar family knew it had to expand their farm market if they wanted to continue to grow. Today, their market is as beautiful as their produce.
Lake to River Food Hub ties farmers and schools together
The Lake to River Food Hub of Youngstown is working to tie farmers, food and the community together.
