Yearly Archives: 2016
Nutrient management is changing not just for 2016 but beyond as well
The toxic algae bloom in the Ohio River late last summer didn't get as much attention as Lake Erie and the Maumee River watershed had, but it could still change the way producers manage nutrients on their farms in the future.
Rose-breasted grosbeaks at backyard feeders
Over the next two weeks, rose-breasted grosbeaks may be making appearances at bird feeders.
A roundup of 4-H news for May 19, 2016
This week's roundup includes news from the Western Reserve Rangers, Mahoning County Junior Leaders, Breeders and Feeders, Rough Riders and Auburn Swine 4-H clubs.
Skip ahead in herd planning
Today you can “DVR it.” Dodge Variation Rapidly, that is. DNA tests are proven game changers in making focused genetic advances more quickly.
A roundup of FFA news for May 19, 2016
This week's roundup includes news from the Fayetteville, Southeast, Arlington, Pymatuning Valley, West Branch, Firelands, Crestview and Ohio FFA chapters.
The horses of war
The War Horses: The Tragic Fate of a Million Horses in the First World War by Simon Butler details the use, abuse, pain and suffering of horses used in World War I.
Report acres with FSA
Call your FSA office ahead of your visit to set an appointment and to discuss any records or documentation that you may need for your appointment.
Take a second look at your hay habit
There are many factors that go into your decision to cut hay. The main question that you have to ask yourself is if cutting hay is the best management decision for your farm or are you doing it out of habit.
The farm balance sheet
The balance sheet is a snapshot of what the farm business owns (assets) and what it owes (liabilities). Do your first farm balance sheet when you begin farming.
Never Done Living
From endless DIY projects to making memories with family, Kymberly Foster Seabolt hopes to not be done living for a very, very long time.
