The old economics of new agriculture: Drive or be driven
Alan Guebert explains the data that suggests American ag policy needs to make strategic changes to meet new challenges faced by U.S. farmers and ranchers.
It’s never too early to teach money management
Learn how to pass on good money management skills to children by defining needs and wants, and having the discipline to understand the difference.
September splendor holds promise
September is filled with a mellow, quiet promise of all sorts of possibilities, and the perfect weather in which to take it all in.
Can you identify this “Giant” mystery tool?
On to our next mystery tool! You solved the previous item but can you identify this antique metal tool?
Waiting on the grain stock report for answers
Marlin Clark offers insight into the grain markets as we await the release of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Sept. 1 grain stocks report on Sept. 30.
Mourning doves are happy, healthy in Ohio
Mourning dove populations are flourishing in Ohio. Barb Mudrak investigates why their numbers are thought to be increasing by about 1% per year.
Using signs from nature to predict winter weather
Julie Geiss uses both folklore and science to make a winter weather prediction. Learn more about her observations and what kind of winter she anticipates.
Some things won’t break
Kym Seabolt attempts to take apart a 100-year-old crate and contemplates the way things are built and quality of construction over time.
Now is the time to consider fall nutrient replacement
It's time to prepare for fall nutrient replacement. Learn how to be effective with the nutrients and manage fertility to meet your yield goals.
Time and change: As fall arrives, prepare operations for winter
It is not too early to start thinking about things we need to do on the dairy farm this fall to be prepared for winter.
