As miscanthus crop matures, producers find more uses
Originally farmers grew miscanthus for cellulosic ethanol, but producers are now targeting the fiber industries as well
Cold growing season has slowed crops, but not much
We've had a much cooler growing season, but will it matter?
The future of farming: Q&A with futurist Glen Hiemstra
What does futurist Glen Hiemstra see in the future for farming and agriculture? Farm and Dairy, with some input from our readers, asked Glen about the future of farming.
How do I prevent soil erosion and nutrient runoff?
How can you prevent soil erosion and nutrient runoff from your fields? The answer is cover crops. Here's a short video detailing the benefits of cover cropping.
Animal welfare issue: Give consumer what he wants, but he’s often uncertain
Ohio Livestock Coalition speakers address animal welfare
Shale drilling appears to be ramping up, as the wells in that phase increase
A new drilling company enters Columbiana County and is granted three permits.
Browns, Buck win Ohio Farm Bureau Federation awards
Nathan and Jennifer Brown of Hillsboro won Ohio Farm Bureau Federation’s 2013 Outstanding Young Farmer Award, and Dr. Emily Buck, the Excellence in Agriculture award.
Viral videos threaten the ‘world’s cuddliest primate’
Millions of people watching Internet videos of slow lorises may not realize they are indirectly responsible for the demise of one of the world's rarest primates.
Fishing and boating attracting more women
With more women heading military installations and holding political offices, it should be no surprise that 41 percent of the nation's first-time fishing participants are female.
Dutchess the kitten, burned in fire, recovers with help from supporters
Illinois veterinary hospital saves kitten burned in house fire. It could have been a tragedy, but the story has a happen ending.
