Tag: flooding
Why you should evaluate stored forages after flooding
Recent heavy rainfall and flooding across Ohio have created serious risks for stored forages like hay and silage. Ohio State University Extension educator Dean Kreager explains the dangers of mold, toxins, and heating in water-saturated bales, and shares tips for evaluating and disposing of damaged livestock feed.
Record August rain and storms cause crop damage in Ohio
Ohio is approaching one of its wettest Augusts on record following severe storms and flooding. Ohio State University Extension experts advise farmers to assess crop damage, monitor flooded corn and soybeans, watch for harvest issues and document losses for crop insurance.
Ohio’s Disaster Relief Haulers helps farmers in need across country
When disaster strikes rural communities, it can be hard to get help to the most remote areas. That’s why the Disaster Relief Haulers was formed in 2019.
How flood plain management affects you
Anyone who doesn't follow their local flood plain regulations may open themselves and their property to legal action from their neighbors if a flood occurs.
Harvest brings highs and lows after challenging year
It’s safe to say that 2019 has been a tumultuous year for growers. What did that mean for harvest? It all depends on where you’re at.
What to do if you can’t plant a cash crop
Farmers who can't plant corn or soybeans this year because of consistently wet fields shouldn’t leave those fields bare.
U.S. hit with two billion-dollar disasters so far in 2019
The U.S. has experienced two billion-dollar weather and climate disasters this year. And it's only April.
Sending flood relief in time of crisis
Ohio’s Rural American Relief and Ohio Relief Haulers traveled out west to Nebraska and Iowa to give relief to flooding victims.
Ohio, Pa. groups planning second flood relief trip to Nebraska
Ohio Relief Haulers now collecting donations for a second trip to Nebraska which leaves April 26.
Pa. counties designated natural disaster areas
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue designated 33 Pennsylvania counties as primary natural disaster areas.
