How to control Japanese knotweed
Japanese knotweed is one of Ohio’s top 10 invasive species. Learn more about what it looks like and what to do with it.
Pennsylvania lifts ban on live poultry shows
With the risk of bird flu diminishing, Pennsylvania has lifted its ban on live poultry shows and exhibits in time for the upcoming county fair season.
Field Notes: planting progress, CAUV stalls
This week's biggest stories center around planting progress during wet spring weather as well as two CAUV bills on hold in Ohio's state legislature.
5 items for your farm’s cash flow statement
Understanding how much money is coming in and going out and where it is going to or coming from is an important record keeping practice on your farm.
CAUV reform on hold in House and Senate committees
Time is running out if lawmakers are going to act on CAUV this legislative session.
How to grow strawberries in containers
Strawberries can be grown in all kinds of containers. Here are directions for planting them in strawberry jars.
Research finds decline in forest cover in New England, N.Y.
Researchers found forest losses were greatest along the urban fringe, where population growth was highest.
USDA announces ag research funds through NIFA
Funding opportunities include priority areas for U.S. agriculture, with input by commodity boards.
Making equipment pay
Everyone loves shiny, new farm equipment, but it doesn’t always fit the budget. A cost/benefit analysis can help farmers determine if and when a potential equipment purchase pays.
Wet spring delays planting, cover crop termination
Early May rain showers delayed planting season for much of the Midwest, but how has it affected cover crop growth? Many specialist say "it's all still very manageable."
