Yearly Archives: 2017
Electricity becomes a farm convenience
One hundred years ago, very few farms had electricity of any kind and an article in the December 1917 issue of Gas Review magazine told of its benefits.
Understanding stormwater runoff
Runoff water can pick up and carry many substances that pollute water. Some — like pesticides, fertilizers, oil and soap — are harmful in any quantity.
Sheep industry educates on wool website
The American Sheep Industry (ASI) Association and its American Wool Council have launched a multi-faceted campaign to inform consumers about wool.
Feed mills face food safety deadlines
The federal food safety law also requires the makers of animal and pet food to meet certain requirements.
How to get rid of fleas
Learn more about alternative methods to combat fleas in your house and on your pets.
Waterford Community Fair
The 2017 Waterford Community Fair market hog sale was Aug. 19. Exhibitors sold 185 hogs for $170,525. The average price per head was $921.76.
Lawrence County Fair livestock sale totals $238,000
This year's Lawrence County Fair market livestock sale totaled 238,061.25. Here are the results of this year's grand and reserve champion winners.
8 tips to prepare your farm for agritourism
Fall is a busy time of year for agritourism. Whether you’re planning a corn maze, a farm festival or a tour of the farm, here are some things to consider.
ESFs may improve gestation feeding programs for sows
Electronic sow feeding systems have been able to monitor individual intake of gilts and sows housed together and could eventually improve feed efficiency.
Farm Science Review to enshrine Ernst, McFarland
Stan Ernst and Louis McFarland will be inducted into the Farm Science Review’s Hall of Fame.
