Yearly Archives: 2016
Do you know what these fixtures are? Hazard a guess!
These items were picked up at a garage sale several years ago. Tell us what you think they are!
Cutting costs on your dairy farm
For the country's dairy farmers, there doesn't appear to be anything "sweet" to anticipate in '16. On the contrary, slimming down production costs is essential.
This is what ‘feed the world’ looks like today in the United States
We may still feed part of the world, but it’s more likely we’ll do it to honor a contract, not our conscience. This should not be news to anyone who has been paying attention.
Banding is helping unlock avian mysteries
Only through long-term banding efforts can scientists unlock the mysteries of avian natural history.
A roundup of 4-H news for Feb. 18, 2016
This week's roundup includes news from the Western Reserve Rangers and the Farmers Pride 4-H clubs.
From inventions on farm to tragedies
Part two: Sutherland recounts more of the story of Goldie Weisberg and her family after they escaped Russia and settled in southern Ohio.
Teens need the experience of doing work
A little work is good for teenagers.
A roundup of FFA news for Feb. 18, 2016
This week's roundup includes news from the Plymouth, Shelby and West Branch FFA chapters.
Ask FSA Andy for a history lesson on the lightbulb, plus a CRP reminder
Feb. 26 is the final date to sign up for the CRP general enrollment for 2016. Contact your local FSA County Office for more information.
Improve on last year’s shortcomings
As it applies to no-till and soil conservation, frost seeding can be an effective, economical and environmentally sound method of improving forage in pastures and hay fields.
