Yearly Archives: 2023
How to grow a tree from an avocado pit
Growing a tree from an avocado pit is a relatively simple process with a few nuances. Learn how to give your avocado pit its best chance for success.
Ohio farmer, innovator Marcia Ruff: ‘Don’t be afraid to try things’
It bothers Marcia Ruff when a woman says she’s just a farm wife, because she believes there are many opportunities for women in agriculture.
Another record year for US farm exports
The American agricultural sector posted its best export year ever in 2022 with international sales of U.S. farm and food products reaching $196 billion.
Low genetic diversity among US honey bees
A recent study found the U.S. honey bee population has low genetic diversity, which could have a negative impact on future crop pollination and beekeeping.
Biggest foreign owner of US ‘ag land’ isn’t who you think
Alan Guebert breaks down who's invested in the United States' foreign-owned agricultural land and how it's used.
Taking in a Monday Night Football game with the Viteks
Jeff, Tracy and Jesse Vitek and friend Josey Meddles brought along Farm and Dairy on a trip to Cleveland to watch the Browns beat...
Visiting the Arctic Circle with the Weisenstines
Penny and Neal Weisenstine, of Canton, Ohio, crossed off an item on their bucket list in September and took Farm and Dairy along for...
Determine soil nutrient needs prior to grazing
Soils with adequate nutrients and pH promote pasture growth and development. Soil sampling is the most accurate way to determine what your pasture needs.
Fish Ohio celebrates ‘amazing’ catches
In 2022, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife awarded 9,723 Fish Ohio pins to successful anglers with qualifying catches.
Roundup of 4-H news for Feb. 23, 2023
The Hicks and Hayseeds 4-H club met recently at the Brown farm in Hanoverton.
