Tag: planting
Choose the right grass seed for pastures and lawns
Choosing the right grass seed starts with knowing your goal—whether managing pastures, planting lawns, or adding pollinator areas. Kelly Riley, of Wayne SWCD, breaks down germination rates, pasture vs. turf mixes, and why late summer to early fall is the best time to seed in Ohio.
Get back to the basics when restoring weed-infested hay fields
Struggling with heavily weed-infested hay fields? Ohio State Extension educator John Yost breaks down the essential basics for successful field restoration—from soil testing and seed-to-soil contact to working backward from frost dates to build a realistic reseeding timeline.
What does it really mean to ‘use nitrogen strategically’
Nitrogen is a major driver of grass growth, but timing is everything. Learn how to strategically apply fertilizer to maximize pasture productivity, determine the right application rates for your forage and avoid applying nitrogen when plants can't efficiently use it.
Weigh the risks before planting in soggy soil
As Ohio and western Pennsylvania face record rainfall, farmers are tempted to push the limits. Ohio State University Extension’s Lee Beers breaks down the dangers of planting in wet soil—including compaction, clods and smeared furrows—while offering expert advice on herbicide and nitrogen strategies for a late start to the season.
Field tile management: Tips for scouting and repairing field drainage
Before the planter hits the soil, it’s time to scout your fields. Learn how to maintain drainage tile, clear outlets and prevent costly blowouts this spring.
Iran war sends fertilizer prices soaring as US farmers prepare to...
Crop farrmers preparing for spring planting face rising fertilizer prices and shortages tied to shipping disruptions from the Iran conflict. The American Farm Bureau Federation and other farm groups are calling on President Trump to address this critical situation before it's too late.
Persistent rains and cool temps slow Ohio’s 2025 planting season
Relentless rain and lingering chill have stalled the start of Ohio’s 2025 planting season, leaving many farmers scrambling to make up for lost time.
Beware of soil crusting
Ohio State Extension educator Lee Beers explains the process of soil crusting and how to reduce the risk on your farm.
Considerations for delayed planting
Ohio State Extension educator Lee Beers outlines considerations for farmers facing delayed planting in Ohio, following an unusually rainy spring.
Rainy days and Mondays always get me down
Marlin Clark offers a 2025 planting progress report and an update on the grain markets for the week of May 5, 2025.
