Tag: safety
Federal government may force farmers to get CDL to operate on...
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is looking at all safety concerns regarding traffic on roadways and is wondering if CDL's should be required for farmers.
Tractor display is more than just playing farm, it’s about real...
Details such as movable gates on hay wagons and realistic flatbeds on trucks bring the miniature farm display to life.
Horse-powered equipment makes lots of progress
Nancy and I just got back from Lancaster County, Pa., where I attended the 18th annual Horse Progress Days. This was the 16th consecutive...
If you care about the environment, then you take care of...
Summertime is here, and with it comes a tradition — the Conservation Camp! Many of Ohio’s 88 soil and water conservation districts sponsor these...
Wheat gone bad? Here’s how to use it as alternative animal...
COLUMBUS — As some farmers face the probability of low-quality wheat this growing season — in some cases below quality standards for milling — they may need to look for alternative markets for their crop.
Manna food co-op heading to Ohio Supreme Court
LAGRANGE, Ohio — The Ohio Supreme Court is the next stop for a Lorain County family that claims their constitutional rights were violated when their home and local food co-op was raided in December 2008.
Big shake up in eastern corn markets
The shutdown of Bionol, the ethanol plant in Clearfield, Pa., has thrown a monkey wrench into grain marketing in the East currently. A plant...
Fishing for Yellow Perch means an interesting day at Lake Erie
A couple declarations are in order. Bouncing waves, a warm summer day, and fast fishing action makes for a grade “A” Father’s Day activity....
If considering a young person for a job, remember minor labor...
With high school graduation season upon us, now is a time when you may receive a call or knock on your door from a...
Produce and foodborne illness: Workshop looks at cutting the risk
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — Do you grow, handle or process fruits and vegetables? Learn what’s best for keeping them safe — and in doing...
