Tag: agriculture
How to identify common breeds of beef cattle
Over 70 breeds of cattle can be found in the United States today. However, only about 12 to 15 breeds have a major influence on the cattle industry.
OEFFA plans summer tour series
The Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association's farm tour, workshop and event lineup will a multitude of experiences.
Plan your farm, farm your plan
Conservation plans focus on the producer's or landowner's goals for the land and evaluate how to meet those goals and conserve soil and water resources.
Robot, sensors detect drought-stressed corn
University of Missouri engineers have developed a robotic system that is changing the way scientists study climate variability, crops and plant composition.
Crown Point helps teens explore ag careers
Crown Point Ecology Center will host an agricultural career exploration program for high school students this summer.
‘Everybody works together’ at Putt Farms
The Putt family is building on their grain farming business, which includes custom planting and harvesting.
How to start your own dairy farm
Whatever your background or experience, there are some things you need to consider before starting your own dairy farm.
Revised Ohio agronomy guide now available
The 2005 edition of the Ohio Agronomy Guide was revised to offer up-to-date guidelines for planting crops, managing pests and enriching the soil.
Be sure to report crop acres
Our focus will soon be changing from planting to reporting your acres with the FSA. The final reporting date for all spring planted crops is July 15.
Will farmers need to switch hybrids or crops?
According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service, corn planting as of May 21 was at 73 percent planted, which was 24 percent ahead of last year.
