Monthly Archives: March 2014
Ohio Farm Bureau overcomes snow, bitter cold in Washington
Farm Bureau county presidents hear about farm bill implementation, other top issues in D.C.
How do I test my soil?
Spring is a perfect time to take a soil test to measure your soil's fertility. Testing your soil is an easy and inexpensive way of maintaining good plant health and productivity. Remember: Healthy soil will result in healthy plants.
Utica and Marcellus shale: Permitting tempers in Ohio in Feb.
Harrison County is leading the way for the number of Utica shale permits issued in the state of Ohio.
Ohio water quality bill moving through capitol
Ohio's nutrient and water quality bill seen as a good defense against federal regulation.
Ohio Beef Expo: The trade show is growing again
The Ohio Beef Expo takes place March 14-16 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus.
Reduce inflammation and feel better beginning with your next meal
Science continues to expose connections between our food choices, inflammation, and the incidence of chronic diseases like arthritis.
Expansion of beef cattle herds on the horizon
Whether the national beef herd grows or declines in the coming months will depend on cow slaughter numbers.
Plans set for Northeast Ohio Winter Grape School set for March 17
OSU Extension, KSU Vesta Program, and the Ashtabula Research Station for the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center are co-sponsoring the Northeast Ohio Winter Grape School from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 17 at the Geneva Lodge and Conference Center in Geneva-on-the-Lake.
Biomass crop production: Carbon sequestration not so simple
Findings at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are providing information about the soil carbon dynamics that play a crucial role in lifecycle assessments of bioenergy production. These studies at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency, support the USDA priority of developing new sources of bioenergy.
Deering — a forgotten farm equipment dealership
The two Whinery brothers sold Deering farm equipment and other farm supplies, as well as builder's supplies and, in 1915, made the decision to incorporate the business as a stockholder-owned company, probably to raise money to expand the business.
