Researchers explain magnetic field misbehavior in solar flares: The culprit is turbulence
Solar flares are sometimes responsible for breaking one very important rule in physics. Researchers have figured out why flares do what they do.
Drought and high feed costs push beef to record high
Prices for beef are up, but profits ... not necessarily.
U.S. Senate approves farm bill
Farm groups mostly supportive, call for a 'harvest' action in the House.
Award-winning farmer says good people are key to success on dairy farm
Troyer is no stranger to recognition for his accomplishments in the dairy industry as he has ranked among the top herds in Wayne County for production and high cows, as well as low somatic cell counts over the past several years.
Reminder: Yew plant is poisonous and even fatal; 4-H’ers learn hard way
A Salem family lost three beef cows June 5, two of which were 4-H cows, due to accidental yew poisoning.
Horse owners should watch for eastern tent caterpillars
When ingested by pregnant mares, these caterpillars can cause mare reproductive loss syndrome (MRLS), which results in the aborting of late-term foal fetuses, said MU Extension forage specialist Craig Roberts.
How much nitrogen does your field really need?
A new tool helps farmers feed crops only as much as they really need, saving money and the environment.
Natural gas byproducts could gain as exports
The Utica and Marcellus shales are producing more than just natural gas. Some are suggesting the byproducts be exported.
Farm equipment manufacturers optimistic about continued sales growth
Manufacturers of agricultural machinery are optimistic about near-term business expectations in most parts of the world.
‘FAMACHA’ training for sheep producers
CALDWELL, Ohio — Sheep and goat owners interested in using the FAMACHA system as a selective de-worming tool will want to attend a Sheep...
