Battle begins: Landowners vs. Rover
The No. 1 thing to do when negotiating with a landman regarding a pipeline easement is to take notes of each session.
Linder brothers’ passion: Farming and tractor pulling
The Linder brothers, recognized for their tractor pulling team, Linder Brothers Pro Stock, carry on the conservation values of their father on their grain farm in Morrow County.
Soybeans planted May 1 through mid-May resulted in better yield
Soybeans planted too early when soil conditions were not adequate resulted in bean leaf beetle defoliation and frost damage.
High real estate taxes pressuring woodland owners and farmers
Ohio Farmers Union holds meeting in Medina County to discuss CAUV.
As pastures grow, remember your horse’s health
Lush grasses that green the countryside in April and May are very tasty for a horse, but can also be harmful.
Cicadas waking up
Cicadas emerging after 17-year sleep from parts of Pa., W.Va. and Ohio.
The best movies about farmers: Part II
From time to time, Hollywood brings agriculture to the forefront in its movies. Here’s a look at some farming movies, from the 1940s, 50s, 80s and 90s.
CRISPR mushroom created at Penn State a GMO game-changer
An anti-browning mushroom developed at Penn State using a gene-editing technique known as CRISPR-Cas9 will not be subject to USDA approval.
How to transplant vegetable seedlings
Proper preparation, timing and technique help seedlings become healthy and productive plants.
Ohio Farm Bureau, NRCS unveil water quality demo farms
Three Ohio farmers will open their operations to test and display conservation practices for other farmers.
