5 stories farmers read this week: Dec. 26
This week’s top stories include the 1952 Ford 8N tractor that broke a land speed record, instructions for building a bee box, how farmers will benefit from a recent tax deal and more.
Humor and hope keep Pennsylvania dairy farm alive
Lesson learned in Pa. dairy farm is that quality can have more benefits than quantity.
10 tips for higher corn yields, profits
COLUMBUS -- With record corn yields in Ohio last year and some fields averaging upward of 240 bushels per acre, growers will be looking...
Field Notes: Ohio Farm Bureau, planting update, FFA recap
This week, the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation named a new executive vice president. Find out who will take the position. Plus, spring planting continues and we take a look back at the Ohio FFA Convention held last week.
Beating the heat: Livestock and pets need special attention during hot weather
With high temperatures expected to continue into August, it’s a good idea for producers and pet owners alike to review their cooling systems, and be sure their animals stay healthy during this prolonged period of heat.
How to grow your own microgreens
Learn what you can grow as microgreens and how to start growing your own microgreens at home in nine simple steps.
Central Ohio barn fires believed to be arson
Investigators are conducting interviews and following up on leads at this time. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Division of State Fire Marshal at 1-800-589-2728.
Rep. Gibbs addresses farmer concerns for 2018 farm bill
With the 2018 farm bill approaching, U.S. Rep. Bob Gibbs, R-Ohio, met with Ohio farmers and agriculture industry leaders Sept. 21, at Ashland University, to hear what matters most to them.
Planting 2013: Cold spring could finally break this week
Only 2 percent of Ohio corn is planted and 11 percent in Pennsylvania. But temps. expected to warm this week.
Two to be inducted in Columbiana County Ag Hall of Fame
The late Harold J. Thompson, of Wayne Township, and Harold A. Windram, of Salem Township, will be enshrined in the Columbiana County Agriculture Hall of Fame for their contributions to agriculture and the greater Columbiana County community.
