Eliminating dehorning in dairy cattle
The world’s first precision-bred naturally hornless cow has been born. Researchers are focusing on improving health and eliminating horns in dairy cattle.
Mahoning Co. teen stepped up to fight opioid epidemic
Callia Barwick took action to help in the fight against Ohio’s ongoing opioid crisis after attending Hope for Ohio: Teen Forum on the Opioid Crisis.
Farmers seek cooperation with TransCanada
TransCanada - Columbia Pipeline Group’s vegetation management plan has local farmers outraged because it takes valuable acres out of production.
Pork producers lost $2.2 billion because of US-China trade war
U.S. pork producers have lost $2.2 billion since March 1, due to events leading up to and following China’s 25 percent punitive tariffs.
2 reasons to rotate crops: Yield and environment
Scientists have evidence that rotating crops increases yield and lowers greenhouse gas emissions compared to continuous corn or soybean.
How to build a barnyard basketball court
Sometimes you just have to make do with what you have. Learn how to get started on your barnyard or backyard basketball court today.
What can you burn on the farm?
Ohio has laws for open burning, even on farms. Check out these “do’s” and “don’ts” when it comes to burning agricultural wastes.
Purdue greenhouse conveyor creates uniform research
The Purdue University greenhouse will allow researchers to determine the best seeds to create the highest yields while being drought- and climate-resistant.
Cumulative phosphorus load triggers algal bloom
Water quality in the western portion of Lake Erie has been declining for two decades.
Despite slow start, forage crop rapidly maturing
A cold start to spring had some farmers worried about the hay crop, but warm weather in May has the crop maturing fast.
