USDA extends crop report deadline for Ohio
Farmers in Ohio and 11 other states have until July 22 to report spring-seeded crops, after the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it extended the deadline for states impacted by flooding and heavy moisture.
How to set up a water source for bees
Bees are in need of safe, reliable water sources. Learn how to set up and maintain the ideal waterer for the bees in your neighborhood.
Mahoning County farmers fight eminent domain for bike trail
Mill Creek MetroParks wants to extend its rails-to-trail bikeway and is using eminent domain to get the land it needs. Landowners are fighting back.
They’ve drilled a well on my property, but never finished it. Why?
Learn more about the reasons why a well on your property may be drilled, but not finished and producing.
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.
