Friday, January 2, 2026

In the event of a fire or hay smoldering, a fire department should be contacted immediately. However, there are ways you can reduce the damage.
stink bug, stinkbug, Ohio, soybeans,

The brown marmorated stink bug is a foreigner to the United States and can reduce soybean yields up to 30 percent. Ohio State researchers are hoping to find natural ways to get rid of them.
USDA Reorganization

Sec. of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced a the creation of an undersecretary for trade and foreign agriculture affairs and changes in Rural Development.

New technology for small businesses allows farmers to process payments anywhere sales happen — at the market, on the farm or online.
brown and white eggs

USDA delays an organic livestock and poultry practices rule an additional six-months, to Nov. 14. Producers have a new 30-day comment window.
sorting peppers

Farmers and produce growers hope President Trump will recognize the importance of immigrant labor in the U.S.
Ohio farmland

Both chambers of the Ohio legislature have now approved bills calling for CAUV reform.
Plant17 flooded field in Ohio

Ohio farmers, and others, are facing questions about replanting corn and soybeans, or are wondering when they'll even get the seed in the ground. Advice from Ohio State will help.
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FFA members were encouraged to overcome obstacles, find their passion and know their value in the agriculture industry at the Ohio FFA convention May 4-5, in Columbus, Ohio.
Beaver Creek

Beaver Creek Wildlife Education Center is home to more than 300 mounts and more than 300 animal skins. They opened a new expansion with youth in mind.