Tag: farm management
Now is the time for weed control
OSU Extension surveys show rising weed pressure in northeast Ohio, as waterhemp and ragweed spread. Fall herbicide control is key for fields and pastures.
Ohio State experts analyze complicated agricultural economy at Farm Science Review
Ohio State experts unpack USDA’s 2025 farm income forecast, warning rising costs, low row crop prices, tariffs and drought complicate agriculture’s outlook.
Some benefits of managing soil fertility in fall
Fall is the ideal time for soil testing and fertility planning. Learn why fall applications of lime, potash and phosphorus can boost next season’s crops.
Time to revisit stockpiled forage
Stockpiled forages can extend grazing into winter, reduce feed costs and improve efficiency, but success depends on timing, species choice and weather.
A written management plan helps you to be better prepared
Ohio State Extension educator John Yost offers tips to get started on a written farm management plan.
Considerations for delayed planting
Ohio State Extension educator Lee Beers outlines considerations for farmers facing delayed planting in Ohio, following an unusually rainy spring.
It’s never too early to scout for ticks and tickborne disease
Ohio State Extension educator Timothy McDermott provides management tips for cattle operations to mitigate the impacts of the invasive longhorned tick
Producers can benefit from viewing culling strategically
Thinking of culling some cows from your dairy herd? Ohio State Extension educator John Yost has some ideas to help get you top sale price.
What we know about biologicals
Ohio State Extension educator Lee Beers explains biologicals — microbial products made of bacteria and/or fungi that improve crop or soil health.
Multigenerational dairy farms can be profitable
Profitability requires improved efficiency, innovation and scale. OSU Extension educator Dwight Roseler provides tips to ensure the dairy farm's future.
