Yearly Archives: 2019
USDA: take a look at alfalfa for open acres
With forage shortages throughout much of the nation, farmers considering crops for prevented plant acres should look to alfalfa.
USDA extends crop report deadline for Ohio
Farmers in Ohio and 11 other states have until July 22 to report spring-seeded crops, after the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it extended the deadline for states impacted by flooding and heavy moisture.
How to set up a water source for bees
Bees are in need of safe, reliable water sources. Learn how to set up and maintain the ideal waterer for the bees in your neighborhood.
Marjorie Taft Sunbury
Marjorie Taft Sunbury, 10/17/1945-07/02/2019.
Mahoning County farmers fight eminent domain for bike trail
Mill Creek MetroParks wants to extend its rails-to-trail bikeway and is using eminent domain to get the land it needs. Landowners are fighting back.
They’ve drilled a well on my property, but never finished it. Why?
Learn more about the reasons why a well on your property may be drilled, but not finished and producing.
How to improve the way your yard handles heavy rainfall
Planning for increased rainfall is guaranteed to reduce runoff, improve soil health and water quality, save money and add beneficial beauty to your yard.
Watch out for poisonous plants in Ohio
Poison hemlock and wild parsnip infestations are thriving in Ohio this year. Now is the time to learn how to identify and manage these two dangerous plants.
Dennis “Doc” Roberts — June 7, 2019
Dennis “Doc” Roberts caught a trout at Rockwell Springs in Clyde, Ohio on June 7, 2019.
Farm safety event planned at Mercer County dairy
Penn State Extension is hosting a Farm Safety Twilight tour, from 7-9 p.m., July 11 at Irishtown Acres, 902 Springfield Church Road, Grove City.
