Ashland-Wayne County dairy producers receive awards
Dairy prices remain very low, but producers in Ashland and Wayne counties still met with pride for the annual awards banquet.
9 ways to grow your farm business
There are many reasons for a farm to consider growing, even in today’s environment of tight margins. Here are nine options for expanding the farm business.
Breaking: western Lake Erie declared impaired
Ohio Gov. John Kasich and the Ohio EPA seek an "impaired" designation for Lake Erie.
Ohio farm groups promote nutrient management
The state's largest farm groups are teaming together to help more farmers make nutrient management plans for their operation.
What are biosolids and are they safe?
The proposed waste lagoon in Wayne County has drawn a lot of questions and concern over the handling of biosolids.
A beginner’s guide to starting seeds indoors
Starting your own seeds can give you more vegetable options, save money and make your garden more productive. Learn how to successfully start seeds indoors.
Ohio Beef Expo packed with cattle shows, sales
The Ohio Beef Expo featured three full days of seminars, cattle shows and live sales March 16-18 at the Ohio State Fairgrounds and Expo Center.
Will you have to report livestock emissions? It’s up to Congress
Bipartisan legislation in the House would exempt livestock farms from reporting emissions requirements dictated by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
10 questions to ask before expanding the farm
An expansion can give a farm a lot of advantages, but producers should ask these 10 questions before making a decision.
Use wood ashes to improve garden fertility
When collected and spread on the garden, ashes produced by wood-burning fireplaces or stoves are an excellent source of calcium and other plant nutrients.
