Planting progress still slightly lagging
The weather has been warm, but planting progress is still behind.
How to plant a hummingbird garden
Hummingbird sightings don’t have to be a rare occurrence. An abundance of food, water, nesting sites and perches will attract them to your garden.
USDA grants drought assistance to western Pa., Ohio, W.Va.
The USDA has designated 14 counties in Pennsylvania, including several in western Pennsylvania, as natural disaster areas, with assistance to farmers in Ohio and West Virginia, as well
10 safety tips for installing electric fences
Before installing an electric fence consider these 10 tips to promote efficiency and safety.
Midwest farmers, scout your fields early and often
A warmer-than-usual winter and wet spring in the Midwest means crop pests, diseases and weeds have a head start.
Measuring pesticides on produce
Media stories about pesticides may convince some consumers certain fruits and vegetables aren't safe. But what is the science behind the information?
Developing your personal brand
Just like a corporate brand, each of us has our own brand. It includes our character, social media presence, conversations, lifestyle — everything we...
Ohio EPA cites Rover Pipeline for spills
The Rover Pipeline project has been cited for unauthorized discharge into state wetlands.
To my student who didn’t show up for class
By Annie Specht
It’s me, your college professor.
You know, the person who stands at the front of the classroom you didn’t come to and shares...
Food safety starts on the farm
Growers can boost food safety on the farm by recognizing risks and implementing precautions in four areas of risk: water, animals, soil and handling.
