Tag: harvest
Record dryness raises fire risk for Ohio farmers during harvest
Record-breaking dryness is fueling a surge in Ohio farm fires during harvest. A Lucas County farm hit twice this fall highlights the need for prevention.
Find ways to release stress during harvest
Harvest brings long days and stress, but small changes, like communication, perspective, self-care and laughter, help farm families manage the season.
Here is more proof that there are no winners in a...
Record U.S. harvests loom, but low corn and soybean prices plus mounting trade tensions and tariffs leave farmers facing thin margins and uncertainty.
Prepare for corn silage harvest
A silo collapse close call reminds us of the risks of harvest. From storage prep to equipment checks, safety and reflection are key for a productive season.
Supply and demand aren’t making sense
Marlin Clark weighs in on differing opinions on how supply and demand are projected to impact grain prices in this week's grain markets report.
Harvest in full swing throughout northeast Ohio
OSU Extension educator Lee Beers talks about how the drought and weather have impacted the 2024 harvest season.
Monday holiday makes for odd trading
None of the regular Monday USDA reports were available on Oct. 14, also known as Indigenous Peoples Days, but the trading went on in Chicago.
A tough 2024 gets tougher
This year’s estimated 15.2 billion bushel corn crop will generate an estimated $11.4 billion less in gross farm income. That’s a hard hit to the wallet.
Increased combine, field fire risk amid record drought
Ohio State College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences experts offer safety tips for farmers heading into harvest season amid extreme drought.
Harvesting soybeans in dry weather
Currently, Ohio is experiencing abnormally dry to exceptional drought conditions, which can bring along additional challenges during soybean harvest.
