A good sign: Old ag collection sparks interest

MILLERSBURG, Ohio — Farmers have a tendency to hang onto things. You never know when something might come in handy.

Collector Rob Pennell appreciated such frugality because it helped supply his interest in vintage agriculture related signs, tools and salesman samples.

What no one wants to talk about

Spring is a good time to tap the season’s new energy and fresh hope to honestly discuss some of farming and food’s most pressing issues.

Wet spring delays planting, but experts say: ‘be patient’

SALEM, Ohio — If you’re wondering when the wet weather will finally let up, you’re not alone. Crop farmers across the Midwest are anxious to head to the fields in anticipation of one of the best commodity markets ever. But nature seems to have other plans, at least recently. “We’re just always about one day

Hmm, how about a tasty catburger?

While the nation’s farmers leap into spring planting, this office is reluctantly digging through the winter drifts of stories gone undone.

Be prepared for 2015 crop storage

Now is the time to get ready for your 2015 harvest by applying for a Farm Storage Facility Loan through your local FSA office.

NAFTA set to mark two decades of success for ag trade

The North American Free Trade Agreement came into effect Jan. 1, 1994, which makes Jan. 1, 2014, the 20th anniversary of the landmark trade agreement that has served as an example for many trade deals that followed.

Farm labor rules:

SALEM, Ohio – Though it’s still May, chances are you’re already thinking ahead to the myriad things that need done on the farm this summer.