Optimize vs. Maximize in 2022
By: Garth Ruff, Beef Cattle Field Specialist, OSU Extension (originally published in the Ohio Cattleman) In Extension work, I learned early on as a county educator that the seasons of the year are not your typical spring, summer, fall, and winter….
Wet Weather then a Planting Window
By: Jim Noel April was a challenging month. It was a cold month with most of Ohio -1F to -3F below normal for temperatures. We saw late freezes and snow events. Because of the cold, precipitation was generally around or slightly…
Making On-Farm Trials Easy
By: Taylor Dill and Elizabeth Hawkins Planting season is upon us and is a little behind in comparison to last year. Many producers are planning on evaluating input costs and management practices on their farm this season to improve economic…
Participate in a Study to Identify Major Barriers to Precision Agriculture Technology Adoption
By: John Fulton, Elizabeth Hawkins, Amanda Douridas, Hanna Bond The Ohio State University Department of Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering (FABE) is looking for farmers, consultants, and other individuals who work alongside farmers to participate in a survey aimed at…
Ohio Cropland Values and Cash Rents Survey 2021-22
Agricultural professionals with a knowledge of Ohio’s cropland values and rental rates are invited to complete the 2021-22 Ohio Cropland Values and Cash Rents Survey by April 30, 2022. This may include rural appraisers, agricultural lenders, professional farm managers, ag…
