Tag: cattle
Let’s talk ‘socialism for capitalists’
Today’s politics are dominated by the inside-out logic that doing nothing is better than doing anything. We even pay dozens in Congress at least $174,000 per year to ensure it
Family dynamics can change when a woman decides to return to...
LONDON, Ohio — Women of all ages are returning to the family farm. That can be a good thing, but it can also cause...
Researchers uncover genetic link to common cattle diseases in feedlots
WASHINGTON -- The origin of three costly cattle diseases is genetically linked, according to findings from USDA researchers.
Dickinson Cattle Company to host customer appreciation day
BARNESVILLE, Ohio -- The Dickinson Cattle Company Inc. invites old and new friends to enjoy a customer appreciation event and free lunch on Oct. 8.
Stress: It isn’t going away, but there are ways to reduce...
The important thing for farmers to remember is that they are not alone and there is help out there to deal with the stress.
All About Grazing: Be aware of prussic acid and potential damage...
After our county fair in August, Athens County hosted the Ohio Forage and Grasslands Council Beef Grazing Tour. One of the discussions during the tour centered on some patches of johnsongrass in a stockpiled field of fescue.
Mahoning Co. Fair (Canfield Fair) 2011
Several youth set record prices with their livestock during the auctions.
Dairy Excel: Establishing a fair fixed cash rental rate may not...
Ultimately, supply and demand of cropland for rent will determine the cash rental rate for each parcel. The expected return from producing crops on...
Dry weather may call for creep feeding
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The oppressive heat wave that has scorched pastures and dried water sources in recent weeks should have farmers in some...