Tag: farming
Trying to stay above water in the farming industry
Farmers are being challenged by climate change, retreating stock prices, large crop yields, an overdue farm bill, ongoing trade wars and more.
Financial factors farmers should consider in 2019
The year ahead will present some fiscal opportunities for farmers, but also many challenges.
Farmers seeing some reason for hope
Farmers seeing brighter days on the horizon, according to Purdue University's recent survey in October.
First test plot of malaria-fighting plant a success at Kentucky farm
A University of Kentucky trial studying the feasibility of growing plants used to treat malaria was successful in its first growing season.
Ohio historical marker celebrates FFA jacket
FFA members recently unveiled a special memorial to remember the FFA jacket's connection to Fredericktown, Ohio.
The story behind the famous poster
Judith Sutherland shares the story behind "You been farming long?" — the most highly recognized poster of all time.
Farmers, prepare for the unthinkable
Farmers need to realize that they aren't invincible and to recognize the importance of family communication and contingency plans.
A farm: The greatest show on earth
Those of us lucky enough to be on farms know there is plenty of entertainment out among the more wild part of the country.
Don Harpster: an inspiring farmer
Don Harpster lifted Judith Sutherland's spirits back in the 1980s when farmers struggled. Now, at 90, he still knows how to inspire the farmer in all of us.
Should I continue farming?
The decision to sell cows or exit farming is never easy. Use these tips to ease the process.