Drought rockets grain prices higher
All major commodities were stronger last week, as observers decided that we are in a drought of large proportions and that crop ratings are declining.
How to determine if your raised bed is getting enough water
Learn a few tricks to determine if your raised bed garden is getting enough water.
Plenty of sweet treats on the Pennsylvania ice cream trail
This summer, Pennsylvanians and visitors can get a sweet treat by visiting any of the 42 creameries that make up the 2023 Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail.
Ohio and Pennsylvania are in a drought
It’s going to take more than a few days of rain to pull the region out of its unusually dry start to the growing season. Much of Ohio and Pennsylvania were officially designated as being in a drought last week.
Ohio native returns home, cultivates knowledge at garden school
Tisa Watts is a horticulturist with 20 years of experience and an expert on backyard biodiversity. She founded the Columbus Garden School to educate others.
Ace Solar brings energy efficiency to farms, homes and businesses
Ace Solar, based in New Middletown, Ohio, has grown to meet the increased demand for solar energy systems to power homes, businesses and farms.
Wild ride on the corn train
July corn futures have seen a range of 72 1/2 cents in a little more than three weeks. Marlin Clark weighs in on the causes behind the price fluctuations.
How to identify beech leaf disease
Beech leaf disease has been documented in at least a dozen counties in northeast Ohio and parts of Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut and Ontario, Canada.
Results of sandhill crane count released
Observers reported 357 sandhill cranes in Ohio during the volunteer-driven 2023 Midwest Crane Count, April 15.
What Appalachia needs in the next farm bill
The next farm bill is an opportunity to reshape agriculture to actually feed people and save the environment, according to ReImagine Appalachia.
