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Do cellphone bans make us safer on the roads? Probably
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Cellphones and driving go together like knives and juggling. But when cellphone use is banned, are drivers any safer? It depends on where you’re driving, a study by University of Illinois researchers says. Study results The study found that, long-term, enacting a cellphone ban was associated with a relative decrease in the
Timely tips to help beef producers get through hard times
With high feed, seed, fuel and fertilizer costs, beef producers need to consider alternative approaches to feeding and managing their herds.
Bobcats are intriguing creatures in Ohio
The bobcat (Lynx rufus) is native to Ohio but was once extirpated from the state in 1850 due to the early settlement. In 1997, Division of Wildlife initiated a project to systematically monitor the status on bobcats in the state. In 2011, there was confirmation of 136 sightings, which is an increase since 2010 of
Ethanol has agriculture in a trap
It looks like we’re heading toward another corn surplus.
Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference set for Feb. 24-25
ADA, Ohio — Corn University and Soybean School will once again headline sessions of conservation tillage topics at the 2011 Ohio State University Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference. The event will be held Feb. 24-25 at the McIntosh Center of Ohio Northern University in Ada. Sponsors include Ohio State University Extension, the Ohio Agricultural Research
Roundup of gardening news for May 27, 2021
Richland Soil and Water Conservation District is encouraging the use of native plants in gardens and landscapes, so it’s hosting a Native Plant Sale.
Interest in youth trap shooting growing rapidly
Clay target shooting is one of the fastest-growing youth sports in the country. Its popularity was on display recently at a trap shooting invitational in Beaver County, Pennsylvania.
Is A2 milk the future of dairy?
More A2 milk is making its way to the stores, along with claims that it’s easier to digest regular milk. What’s the difference? Is it too good to be true?
Grazing corn residue has nutrition and benefits for pastures in the fall
Corn harvest continues across the state and for every bushel harvested there is between 14 to 16 pounds of corn residue dry matter left in the field. Graziers need to view that residue as a resource opportunity. In recent years, between 3.3 to 3.6 million acres of corn have been harvested for grain in Ohio.
Four books that reach for the heart
Alan Guebert shares four books that tell a story for the record, for our understanding and even for our souls.
