Building a corn maze is a family affair for Rolling Acres
Making a corn maze begins months before the first visitors enter the corn field to wind their way around its twists and turns.
FDA proposes animal antibiotics go behind the counter
The FDA proposed over-the-counter antibiotics used in animals become available from a veterinarian only as a way to curb antibiotic resistance.
How to buy quality hay in an uncertain year
Learn to evaluate leafiness, maturity, odor, color, softness, purity, bale condition and contaminants to determine overall quality of hay.
Opponents of HB 288 say they need eminent domain
State legislation that would limit the powers of eminent domain in Ohio is facing opposition from a number of local governments and recreation groups.
Rural businesses, professionals face limited broadband access
Rural businesses and professionals may struggle with limited broadband access, and these struggles can affect economic growth in rural areas.
Young farmer works to make small farm profitable
Caleb Swope direct markets eggs, firewood and produce from his small 12-acre farm. He believes using small property well is a good way for young farmers to get a start.
USDA estimates corn, soybean production way down in Ohio
Corn and soybean production in Ohio could be the worst in 11 years, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates.
How to keep rodents from overwintering in your house, outbuilding or barn
Rodents don’t make good house guests whether they are inside or outside. Learn how to keep rodents out of your house, outbuildings and barns.
Lack of broadband widens gap between rural, urban areas
Farmers are told to share our stories, because the divide between people and where their food comes from is growing by the day. The internet is the quickest way to do that, because most of the people who need to hear our stories don’t live next door. But if we can’t get reliable access, how do we reach them?
Dairy farm exits likely to continue
In the past 12 months, 262 farms have ceased milk production in Ohio, and despite better prices, there will likely be more farm exits.
