Not just a plan, but a path forward
“Think about the things that keep you up at night,” said Rob Leeds, Ohio State University Extension educator. “Do you have a plan?”
That’s how Leeds, along with fellow OSU Extension Educator Eric Barrett, (more…)
Corn Forage Harvest Off and Rolling
Most haymakers in the Northeast were satisfied with their 2022 first cutting in terms of quantity and quality. (more…)
A farm partners with a farm team
Seven years ago, two local farmers and a farm team franchise forged a friendship that remains a fan favorite. (more…)
Manure management reduces antibiotic residue in the environment
Although farmers will still have access to the antibiotics necessary for animal health, all antibiotics will soon be available only through a veterinarian or veterinary prescription. (more…)
A heaping bathtub full of grass
A heaping bathtub full of fresh grass (around 200 pounds) is a great visual to demonstrate how much a 1,200-pound dairy cow needs to eat to produce 100% organic grass milk for Organic Valley’s CROPP (more…)
Preventing grain spoilage more important than ever
With the current war in Ukraine placing a substantial strain on the world’s existing grain supply, it is more important than ever to ensure that farmers avoid stock losses. (more…)
Beyond Lyme disease – Tick-borne illnesses
Many people associate the word tick with Lyme disease. Dr. Michael Yabsley, professor of Wildlife Disease Ecology at the University of Georgia, explained that in addition to the black-legged tick that transmits Lyme, (more…)
Horse Tales: Equine Infectious Anemia
Recently we had occasion to pass by the office of our former veterinarian, long retired, and were reminded of a conversation we had regarding a horse from my childhood. (more…)
Another Look at Improving Soil pH
One definition of “logistics” reads “the detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities or supplies.” Though farm-related logistics are better now (more…)
Cabot farm named Dairy Farm of the Year
Like many Vermont farms, Molly Brook Farm in Cabot can claim ownership by the same family for generations. Its current owners, Myles and Rhonda Goodrich, are the (more…)
Teen farm employment
For many rural and suburban youth, working on a farm is their first paid employment.
Attorney Michael Harrington, Ford Harrison Law, said farms hiring teen workers (more…)
A good haunt keeps spirits up
It’s getting to be that time again when farmers of a certain mindset gear up for spooky season. Whether it’s your first haunt or your 20th, using this means of expanding your season (more…)
