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Ohio farmers put conservation to test
The demonstration farms in northwest Ohio continue to test and demonstrate practices that can improve water quality.
Start thinking: Water for livestock
Learn more about how water intake and quality is directly related to livestock size.
Times have changed: Christmas then, now
Comparing today’s Montgomery Ward Christmas catalog to the Winter 1930-1931 issue.
Ohio lawmakers, farmers call for ‘sound science’ in water quality rules
The Ohio House ag committee held its first hearing of the year, and water quality was at the forefront.
Deering — a forgotten farm equipment dealership
The two Whinery brothers sold Deering farm equipment and other farm supplies, as well as builder’s supplies and, in 1915, made the decision to incorporate the business as a stockholder-owned company, probably to raise money to expand the business.
Former USDA official urges sustainable farmers to get involved
Former U.S. deputy secretary of agriculture encourages farmers to get involved with government at annual sustainable farming conference.
Farm, food and wildlife groups react to Senate farm bill vote
More reactions as the farm bill moves through Congress, now on its way to the president’s desk.
It takes nutrients to grow forage
Proper soil nutrients are required for forage plants to maximize growth. Data indicates our forage plants use 20+ elements to live and grow. All are equally important for growth, but vary greatly in amounts needed. Of these, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are usually required in the largest amounts followed by calcium, magnesium, and sulfur. These
Diverse crops key to successful biofuels industry
URBANA, Ill. — The debate continues as scrutiny increases over the sustainability of ethanol derived from crops developed for food production. Concerns about net energy and greenhouse gas emissions, in addition to its effect on food and feed pricing are driving researchers at the Energy Biosciences Institute at the University of Illinois and at the
Michigan passes animal care legislation
LANSING, Michigan — Michigan is one step away from approving a new bill to regulate animal care in agreement with standards outlined by one of the nation’s most active animal welfare organizations — The Humane Society of the United States.
