Manure science review set for August 14
Manure has two shades of green, so to speak.
Scammers now targeting hay sellers
Phony lottery winnings and "discounted" name-brand luxuries have been long-time favorites of scam artists. Their too-good-to-be-true offers have emptied bank accounts and left victims helpless to do anything about it. But now, scammers are targeting a new group. Farmers -- and anyone else who buys or sells agricultural goods -- should be on the look out for suspicious offers.
2013 corn yields, prices uncertain (Surprise! It all depends on the weather)
If corn yields are more 'normal' in 2013, prices could fall by $2.10 to $5.50 per bushel.
New bull will make a genetic contribution
The beef industry is evolving, and so are beef cattle. This is the time of year when producers buy bulls, and every bull that is turned out to cows contributes to the evolving beef industry.
Smooth talkers: Pa. Auctioneers Association holds 64th annual conference and show
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Nearly 300 auctioneers, apprentices, support personnel, vendors, presenters and guests attended the 64th annual conference and trade show of the Pennsylvania...
Shaver’s Creek witnessing collapse of Pennsylvania bat population
The bat population at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center has dwindled because of white-nose syndrome. The population can now be counted on one hand. The impact a declining bat population has on agriculture may surprise you.
No damage to soils from grazing of cover crops
WASHINGTON — A USDA scientist has found a way to encourage more growers to use cover crops by allowing cattle to graze on them.
Teams from Ohio State and China exchange visits to gain knowledge
Working towards long term cooperation, a team of Ohio State Extension and the China’s Ministry of Agriculture exchanged visits to each other's countries.
Out of the orchard and into the field: Grafting may improve tomatoes
Grafting may improve tomato varieties more quickly, compared to traditional genetic breeding.
May is Ohio Beef Month: Take the 30 day protein challenge to kick off...
The challenge, issued by the nearly 17,000 Ohio beef farming families, encourages participants to enjoy lean, high-protein foods like beef, just in time for summer grilling season.
