Tag: farming
Pennsylvania captive deer tests positive for chronic wasting disease
This is the third case of CWD discovered in a captive deer farm in four months.
‘Everybody works together’ at Putt Farms
The Putt family is building on their grain farming business, which includes custom planting and harvesting.
How to start your own dairy farm
Whatever your background or experience, there are some things you need to consider before starting your own dairy farm.
Be sure to report crop acres
Our focus will soon be changing from planting to reporting your acres with the FSA. The final reporting date for all spring planted crops is July 15.
Employing youth for the summer
Many farmers may employ youth labor to help. It’s important to know and understand youth labor laws when hiring minors for summer labor.
Even though it’s spring, plan cover crops
Although planning cover crops can be put off, planning now can save you time, headaches, and maybe even some money this fall.
Ask FSA Andy about Ohio AgrAbility
Ohio AgrAbility promotes independence for people in agriculture who want to continue to farm after experiencing a disabling condition.
What to do if a hay fire occurs
In the event of a fire or hay smoldering, a fire department should be contacted immediately. However, there are ways you can reduce the damage.
Finding out where joy resides
It is in our daily choice of how to approach and accept every bit of life with a happy heart that makes all the difference.
How to prevent hay fires
Most hay fires occur within the first six weeks after baling. Moisture content is the main factor that causes hay and straw to spontaneously combust.
