Yearly Archives: 2017
Prolong the life of your septic system
Proper operation and maintenance of your septic system can have a significant impact on how well it works and how long it lasts.
Improperly stored caramel apples could pose risk
Are those Carmel Apples from Halloween safe to eat? Learn proper storage for these treats to avoid making you or your family ill.
Normal weather for Ohio crop harvest
Harvest progress has been good so far, but it looks like we're in for some rainy weather.
Check out our readers’ pumpkin art
Farm and Dairy readers share their pumpkin art — carved, painted and decorated.
How to tell when firewood is seasoned
Learn to conduct simple moisture tests and identify seasoned wood by its appearance, weight, smell and other characteristics.
New York law protects agritourism
The governor has signed a new law that protects farmers who hold tourism events, from frivolous lawsuits.
More airborne hazards on the farm
Inhaling molds, dust, disinfectants, pesticides, fumigants and fumes can be dangerous. Learn how to protect yourself when working on the farm.
A quick guide to planting cover crops
Keeping the soil covered and active, with a living root zone for more of the year, leads to long-term soil improvements, productivity, and profitability.
Ohio farmer remembered best for his compassion
Ron Kandel, 50, of Nashville, Ohio, died Oct. 25, 2017, from injuries sustained in a farming accident.
Ohio State Mansfield builds micro-farm
Ohio State Professor Kip Curtis has a vision of turning a portion of the Mansfield campus into a sustainable micro-farm and educational center.
