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Biomass crop production: Carbon sequestration not so simple
Findings at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are providing information about the soil carbon dynamics that play a crucial role in lifecycle assessments of bioenergy production. These studies at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency, support the USDA priority of developing new sources of bioenergy.
No-till becomes way for Fred Yoder to leave his legacy in the land
Fred Yoder began using no-till practices early on in his farming career, a passion he has passed on to his son.
A weekly roundup of FFA news for the week of Oct. 9, 2008
ASHLAND, Ohio — The Crestview FFA participated in the 2008 Richland County Soils contest in Plymouth Sept. 16. Crestview won first place in both the urban and rural contest. Placing first in the urban contest was Loren Huliet with a score of 629 and placing second was David Gerster with a 593. Placing first in
Jefferson Co. tour shows importance of environmental stewardship
The Jefferson Soil and Conservation District shows how it is trying to protect the planet.
Evaluate and manage hay field injuries
It was a rough winter for many hay fields in northern Ohio. Considering the stressful conditions last year, followed by a cold and wet winter, it is not surprising that many forage stands took a beating this winter. Alfalfa fields seem to be the hardest hit. The 2007 Easter freeze followed by very dry conditions
Farming accidents do happen: Tragedy strikes northern Ohio
A northern Ohio farmer and farmhand were killed in unrelated accidents earlier this month. The deaths serve as a wake-up call for farm safety.
Save yield by skipping a row or two
Skip-row production is gaining momentum in Ohio.
Giving thanks
Jim Abrams shares his Thanksgiving morning tradition — hunting with his dogs.
Farm program deadlines fast approaching!
Hello Again! Last minute news! The deadline for accepting applications for the Grassland Reserve Program is quickly approaching. And that’s putting it lightly. Grassland Reserve Program The deadline for submitting Grassland Reserve Program applications is Jan. 29 for applicants to submit offers for Grassland Reserve Program easement funding in 2010 and Feb. 12 for Grassland
Steam fueled a revolution, but was risky
One of the prime movers of the revolution was the steam engine and its ability to pull multiple cars of goods and people along tracks across the country.
