Tag: agriculture
Farm and Dairy’s top stories of 2021
2021 was a year full of ups and downs for agriculture — and the rest of the world. Here's a look back at some of the top stories we covered in 2021.
Neil Harl is remembered as the smartest person in the room
Alan Guebert remembers the life of Neil Harl, following his death, and explains why he was the smartest person in the room wherever he went.
Farmer sentiment weakens amid concerns
Producers’ view of their farms’ financial situation was less optimistic in October compared to September, declining six points to 104 in October.
Glaciers carved out Ohio’s unique and specialized habitats
Discover how the glaciers that once covered two-thirds of Ohio created habitats for both humans and wildlife and how that's still evident today.
Profit pressures hamper the use of conservation practices in farming
The American food system's focus on the bottom line restricts farmers' opportunities to implement science-backed conservation practices on their farms.
The old economics of new agriculture: Drive or be driven
Alan Guebert explains the data that suggests American ag policy needs to make strategic changes to meet new challenges faced by U.S. farmers and ranchers.
The real costs of the ‘industrial mind’
Alan Guebert believes the problem with the industrial mind in agriculture is that it floats along on a rising sea of taxpayer money and unaccounted costs.
Leveling the playing field in the agriculture industry
Alan Guebert explains what needs to be done to level the playing field in the agriculture industry in terms of crops, chemicals, seeds and meat.
Study reveals ag-related injuries more numerous than previously known
A new study by Penn State researchers suggests that the agriculture industry is even more dangerous than previously believed.
Small farms have a large impact on Pa. agriculture
Small farms support billions of dollars worth of economic activity, help preserve farmland and add to the diversity of Pennsylvania's agriculture.
