How to stay safe on winter hikes in the woods
Throughout winter there are obvious and inconspicuous dangers related to weather that hikers should be aware of before venturing into the woods.
Farm and Dairy newsroom honored for 2020 writing, design
Farm and Dairy newsroom staff earned national and regional accolades for 2020 writing and design projects.
Ohio sheep farmers focus on improved flock genetics at 2021 symposium
At the 2021 Buckeye Shepherd's Symposium, speakers focused on genetics and reproduction. The Ohio Sheep Improvement Association also presented its 2021 awards.
Animal health experts: US ag needs to be prepared for disease outbreaks
At Penn State's Emerging Animal Infectious Diseases conference, speakers talked about disease threats for agriculture and ways to prevent or address outbreaks.
Ohio Department of Ag announces Dennis Summers as state veterinarian
The Ohio Department of Agriculture announced Dr. Dennis Summers as Chief of the Division of Animal Health, which is charged with protecting and promoting the health of Ohio’s livestock and poultry industries, Dec. 7. In that capacity, he serves as Ohio’s State Veterinarian and oversees all operations for the division.
Farmer-owned MMPA to acquire Superior Dairy
The Michigan Milk Producers Association will acquire Superior Dairy in Canton, Ohio, a subsidiary of LEL Operating Co.
How to attract deer to a woodlot without deer corn
Managing woodlots to encourage the growth of woody browse can attract deer and help maintain your woodlot. Learn how to create an ideal habitat for deer.
Great Lakes host a myriad of ducks, gulls and other birds during winter
Thousands of ducks, gulls and other birds fly in from Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Newfoundland and the Arctic to winter on Lake Erie and other Great Lakes.
AgrAbility helps farmers overcome health conditions to continue farming
AgrAbility is known for helping those with severe disabilities. But the program can help anytime a health condition is impacting a farmer's ability to farm.
Ohio could lead in water discussions, Ohio food policy summit speakers say
Addressing climate change and soil health and making sure programs work for small farms will be key for building more resilient local food systems, according to speakers at the Ohio Food Policy Network's summit.
