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Anniversary of Ohio’s biggest earthquake
COLUMBUS – This week marks the 70th anniversary of the largest earthquake ever recorded in Ohio. In early March 1937, western Ohio experienced earthquakes that caused considerable damage in the Shelby County town of Anna, as well as surrounding communities, including Sidney and Wapakoneta.
Set goals, try small changes for your operation
If you did not have defined goals for you farm last year, set them this year. Learn how to effectively set and meet goals for your farm operation.
When it comes to becoming carbon neutral, think locally
Don’t forget about the importance of local habitats and community as you consider ways to become carbon neutral. You can protect and improve at home, too.
Blue green algae: You don’t need to fix the problem if it doesn’t happen in the first place
If you raise crops, and fertilizer is your biggest expense, then it only makes sense to use it wisely, and following the 4Rs can increase productivity and minimize the environmental impact of continuous cropping.
Pasture planning is key to profitability
The most effective use of pastures does not just happen. Foresight and planning are necessary. At the end of January, I taught a session about evaluating hay quality and use of hay in beef cattle rations at a Hocking County beef school. Farmers had submitted samples of their hay, mostly first cutting, for lab quality
Raising heifers on grass not all clover, but keeps the girls happy
One Ohio Jersey milk producer found greener fields for his heifer raising management plan.
Ways to graze
(Editor’s note: This story is the first in a three-part series on sheep farming. Each story focuses on a different type of sheep production.
South Side Family Farms explores food justice through farming
At South Side Family Farms, Aaron Hopkins is mentoring Columbus youth in agriculture, and helping his community get access to fresh, affordable food.
6 tips to keep your livestock parasite free
Learn more about livestock management techniques that can reduce your herd’s risk for parasite infection, and stop its spread when cases are discovered.
Western Pennsylvania pasture walk shows lessons learned through grazing
Big Tom Perkins showed off some of his mistakes and some of his victories during a pasture walk at his farm, Con-o-Creek Farm, in Beaver County, Aug. 23.
