Tag: 2017
Ohio shale gas production higher in fourth quarter
Ohio’s horizontal shale wells produced 38 percent more natural gas in the fourth quarter of 2017 than the same period in 2016.
Ending the year with a tribute to friends
Scott Shalaway reflects on the possibilities of the future and remembers treasures of the past.
Wet spring set stage for delayed crop year
Many farmers were forced to plant, or replant, well into June, due to continuous rain, but local farmers had surprisingly good yields in 2017. Prices, on the other hand, were down.
USDA forecasts record soybean production
USDA Crop Production report predicts record 88.7 million acres of soybeans will be harvested this year.
Ohio beef farmers capitalize on solar power
Solar energy powers this Carroll County beef farm and a home on the property.
How to make conservation resolutions
For improvement to become a reality, you must develop a series of habits and activities that become second nature to keep you moving in the right direction.
Corn and beans trading at unusual odds
Currently corn and beans are at odds with each other, and we are struggling to explain this.
2017 goals for cattle producers
In view of the challenging market ahead, developing a marketing plan for newborn and expected calves can help improve profits in 2017.
3 Food and Ag trends for 2017
In 2016, falling food prices were bad for both grocers and farmers. However, 2017 offers solutions for consumers and opportunities for farmers.
Farm production goals for 2017
The new year presents many farm production challenges, but you can manage them with the right steps.
