How to improve the way your yard handles heavy rainfall
Planning for increased rainfall is guaranteed to reduce runoff, improve soil health and water quality, save money and add beneficial beauty to your yard.
Watch out for poisonous plants in Ohio
Poison hemlock and wild parsnip infestations are thriving in Ohio this year. Now is the time to learn how to identify and manage these two dangerous plants.
Cover crop help available for Ohio farmers
Ohio farmers may be eligible for technical and financial cover crop assistance from the Natural Resources Conservation Service this year.
Pennsylvania agriculture gets boost from PA Farm Bill, state budget
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed the PA Farm Bill into law, investing $23.1 million into agricultural programs.
20 vegetables to plant midsummer for a fall harvest
Whether you want to replace early-maturing vegetables or you've had trouble getting things to grow, midsummer planting can give you a second chance.
Clark: USDA report flawed, tanks corn rally
The mentality of the paper traders is that “rain makes grain.” The reality on the farm is that rain makes mud balls and little yellow corn plants. Experts were left scratching their heads over the numbers in the June 28 USDA corn and soybean planting report, and the market's volatility echoed that confusion.
From behind the scenes to fair ‘hall-of-famer’
Joe Slansky, Lake County fair board vice president, will be inducted into his fair's hall of fame this summer.
How can 4-H’ers shine in showmanship?
Showmanship is a chance for 4-H'ers to show off their knowledge and skill. Having the right demeanor and following the dress codes can help 4-H'ers excel.
Pedal tractor pulling fun for generations of New Castle family
Bob Nimmo's children and grandchildren have been competing in and winning pedal tractor pulling contests at county fairs for three decades.
Cicadas damage blueberry patch at Western Pa. farm
The blueberry patch at Harvest Valley Farms in Gibsonia, Pa. took a hit from the periodical cicadas.
