Yearly Archives: 2017
Grain markets are looking for Mr. Good News
Our fearless grain commentator, Marlin Clark, is brutally honest this week: "I am looking for something to excite me in the market, and it just isn’t there."
How to prepare backyard chickens for winter
Backyard chickens need safe, healthy environments to survive cold weather. There are several ways you can make winter a little easier on your flock.
A farmer’s guide to saving for retirement
Farmers may not have the same financial options to save for retirement as large companies, but they still have options. Learn more about those options.
Ohio Supreme Court says CAUV woodland owners can appeal
Woodland owners can appeal their CAUV property taxes before the Ohio Department of Taxation's Board of Appeals, according to a court decision.
Disease-resistant apples perform better than old varieties
You may not find them in stores yet, but it’s only a matter of time before new disease-resistant apple cultivars are more popular than old favorites.
Wind turbine use increases in U.S.
Last year, wind turbines surpassed hydropower as the renewable technology with the largest installed generating capacity in the United States.
U.S. biodiesel production increasing despite expiration of tax credit
Through the first nine months of 2017, U.S. biodiesel production levels were slightly higher than 2016 levels, despite the expiration of a federal biodiesel blender’s tax credit at the end of 2016.
Plan to stay safe during winter weather
Learn more about being prepared for winter weather and what to include in an emergency kit for your car.
OSU sheep blog offers flock health advice
If you’re seeking tips on when to give your sheep haircuts and what to feed lambs to be sold for someone’s dinner, you can consult the Ohio sheep blog.
Darlington new manager of Penn State’s Ag Progress Days
Jesse Darlington Jr. has been named manager of Penn State’s Ag Progress Days exposition.
