Choose vibrancy over the ‘sad farmer’ narrative
It's been a rough decade for the journalism industry. Agriculture, too. Don't let the "sad farmer" stories distract you. Just like in journalism, farming has people who make it work.
Harrison County junior livestock sale results
The Harrison County, Ohio, junior livestock sale was June 29, starting at 1 p.m. Nearly 500 lots were sold by 4-H and FFA members.
Young and Farming: Joel Smith
Joel Smith of Smith Vale Farms, Homeworth, Ohio, is a third generation dairy farmer. His parents and uncle farm full-time with him, milking 126 cows.
Geauga County Fair youth sell livestock for top dollar
The Geauga County Junior Fair Livestock sale brought in around $480,000 dollars with poultry and duck projects receiving top dollars.
A second chance at life
It has been almost 10 years since Brian Eucker received a life-saving liver transplant. Read his story, from orchard owner to organ donor advocate.
130-year-old barn moves to Carroll County
CARROLLTON, Ohio — As a kid, Alan Walter found old barns simultaneously scary — because of the dust and cobwebs — and interesting —...
Dairy farmers regroup after drop letter
Mercer County, Pa., dairy farmer recounts getting the drop letter from Dean Foods and her efforts to find a new milk market. Some have not been so lucky.
Machinery custom rates for silage operations can vary by method
Significant drought conditions in many parts of Ohio have led to an increased interest in harvesting corn as silage. With very few farmers owning...
What’s next for industrial hemp growers?
The 2018 Farm Bill legalized industrial hemp federally, but producers still need to consider markets and state laws before growing.
Business profile: Colebrook Elevator
ORWELL, Ohio — When you farm, you want to work with agribusinesses that know what they’re talking about.That’s why you can count of the...
