Restoring rural America: community building in the modern era
We can restore our rural communities by supporting local food systems, investing in the local economy and participating in community building activities.
Sellman family takes pride in local meats
The Sellman family has built a sustainable farming business out of direct marketing meat, which is now found in retail stores.
Ohio farmer turned author
Ralph Rice, Jefferson, Ohio, records his memories of life on the farm in his book Cultivating Memories. Focuses on stewardship, he farms using horse power.
2016 was warmest year on record
According to NOAA and NASA data, 2016 was the third year in a row to set a new record for global average surface temperatures.
How to prepare a livestock birthing kit
Making sure equipment and pens are ready ahead of time means less stress on you and the animal.
How to help your child deal with bullying
No matter how helpless you feel when your child is being bullied, it’s important to learn to deal with the situation constructively.
NCBA CEO tells Ohio cattlemen: Trump presidency will be ‘an interesting ride’
Ohio cattlemen get update from NCBA CEO; present top awards at 2017 annual meeting.
USDA seeks comments on organic checkoff
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking public comments on a proposal to create an organic checkoff program.
Ohio can help endangered rusty patched bumble bee
The rusty patched bumble bee is a known pollinator of berries, tomatoes and legumes. Today, it is present in only 13 states, including Ohio.
Reality: Dairymen are hurting
Dairy farmers are operating in a very different market than their parents or grandparents did.
