Monthly Archives: March 2013
Winter grain markets still hiding secrets
The middle of March is a hard time to plan grain marketing. We are in the dark about actual planting plans, spring weather, and the results of the winter weather we are now experiencing.
Letter: Agriculture needs to engage more consumers
Reader: I challenge all of us involved in agriculture to utilize our resources to the best that we can so we can work better ourselves.
Hugo Chavez death may create fragile ag climate in Venezuela
The death of Venezuelan president, Hugo Chavez, creates uncertainty in that country's ag sectors, too.
Sluggish exports, sequestration are threatening pork price recovery
The current U.S. pork industry outlook suggests it will be late summer before hog producers see break-even conditions.
Pollinator short course to focus on threats to bees
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Farmers, gardeners, beekeepers, naturalists and others with an interest in bees are invited to attend The Power of Pollinators Short Course,...
Eating fewer, larger meals may be healthier for obese women
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- Media articles and nutritionists alike have perpetuated the idea that for healthy metabolisms individuals should consume small meals multiple times a...
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.
Canada, Europe still biggest buyers of U.S. farm equipment
WASHINGTON -- Exports of U.S.-made agricultural equipment increased 16 percent in 2012 compared to the previous year for a total $12.8 billion, with Africa...
Diagnostic network collaboration key to fighting diseases in plants
COLUMBUS -- Its work is like that of first responders -- but instead of combating fires, accidents or medical emergencies, it tackles diseases that...
Ohio State to host Organic Animal Health symposium
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Two Ohio State University programs will host an Organic Animal Health Symposium on March 18 in Columbus.The event's focus will be...
