Get fresh facts on farmland preservation Nov. 8

The cost is free, but a reservation is required.

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Tri-state offers 3 greats for National FFA offices

The end of October will be an exciting time for numerous FFA members in the tri-state area.

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Leading execs elected to National 4-H Board

National 4‑H Council has announced the election of two new Trustees to its Board.

National 4‑H Council, Bayer extend partnership

National 4‑H Council and Bayer have announced a multi-million, multi-year commitment to expand the reach and impact of the Science Matters initiative.

4‑H Council, USAF team up for STEM education

The U.S. Air Force granted $150,000 to the National 4-H Council to expose more young people to STEM.

National 4-H Week honors the century-old group

In 1902, the first “4-H” club was established in Clark County, Ohio

Maximize profits with progressive limit feeding

Feeding previously growing animals this way causes their internal organs to shrink, resulting in less feed and less cost.

Preston Dairy offers sweet retreat over Labor Day

Over 1500 came and participated in the day long event.

Valley to launch new crop management platform

Valley Irrigation is pleased to announce the launch of Valley 365, due for release in early 2020.

The Farm Place helps kids in need

In 2016, the Farm Place was introduced to northern Indiana to help those children in need of housing during a traumatic time in their lives.

Monroe Co. hosts soy, cover crop, hemp field day

The event is free of charge and will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 4

MSU offers Beginning Farmers DEMaND series

Whether you represent the generational transition, employee to owner or as new entrant to the business, a fresh look at management is necessary.

Junior beef exhibitors succeed at Ohio State Fair

Amanda Schnoor, California, lead judge and Scott Bush, South Dakota, associate judge, evaluated the 195 head of market animals

Purdue leads effort to address global food safety

Foodborne illnesses affect 600 million people around the world each year, causing 420,000 deaths, according to the World Health Organization.

MWP releases high-management results from trials

Farmers will certainly want to study results of the 108 different varieties tested in plots across Michigan before making seed purchasing decisions.

MCIA announces new manager

Current manager, Randy Judd will be retiring at the beginning of 2020 following 37 years of service to MCIA.

Confidence in ag economy soars

Improving crop conditions after an extraordinarily wet planting season, combined with a late spring/early summer crop price rally, boosted sentiment.

Farmers: Enter last Michigan soybean yield contest

Now farmers can enter the 2019 contest, the last state level contest for Michigan soybeans, as there is a 2020 national soybean yield contest planned.

MMPA sends 4-H’ers to national dairy conference

Five Michigan youth will travel to Wisconsin this fall for the National 4-H Dairy Conference.

Sheep Center now accepting grant proposals

Grants must be designed to improve the American sheep industry.

Survey aims at better marketing for sheep

Buckley is conducting her research survey through 2019 and wants to hear from Michigan sheep producers.

Michigan land offices hold some rich state history

One land office in St. Joseph County, MI, holds many stories of the land's past transactions.

Financial assistance available to farmers

The planting season of 2019 will be in the history books for a lot of negative reasons.

Culver’s #FarmingFridays series returns

Back for its fourth consecutive year, the influencers will share their stories on Culver’s Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat accounts.

Financial workshops planned throughout Ohio

County Farm Bureaus are hosting workshops in several locations during August and September.

State Rep Fred Upton tours Michigan farms

Upton visited farms in Berrien, Van Buren and Kalamazoo counties.

Best practices help lamb producers produce more

Best practices are a cornerstone of many industries – from computer manufacturing to education – and guide processes to achieve a desired result.

Young Cattlemen’s Conference noms due July 5

The Ohio Young Cattlemen’s Conference and Tour will be held August 8-10 in Columbus and the central Ohio areas.

Bontrager’s Sawmill is more than meets the eye

A small sawmill near Centreville, MI may seem like they offer a limited variety of wood but looks can be deceiving and in this case, they truly are.

Fort Wayne Air Show honors WWII vets

The many ties between farming and the U.S. military were evident during the Fort Wayne Air Show held at the Indiana Air National Guard Base June 8-9.

Farmers: Times are tough, but you are not alone!

If you're feeling overwhelmed or like you can't go on, please reach out for help! Help is out there, and you are not alone!

OFBF awards $36k in scholarships

Every year, Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation awards scholarships to students statewide who are striving to become leaders in their industries and communities.

Dairy farmers: Sign up for Farm Bill benefits

The program provides improved support for dairy farmers facing financial uncertainty.

Michigan, Indiana, Ohio milk numbers released

Production per cow in the 24 major states averaged 2,062 pounds for May, 11 pounds above May 2018.

Senators urge USDA to help Michigan farmers

As of April, Michigan has experienced the wettest 12-month period on record in the continental United States.

Northwest Ohio hosts Breakfast on the Farm

Many visitors of all ages to enjoyed a free, locally produced breakfast and self-guided tour of a modern day dairy farm.

EARLY AD DEADLINE

Early ad deadline for July 10 issue

APA holds poultry to a high standard

The APA has a few priorities and they take them very seriously.

Find a fun, free time at Great Dairy Adventure

Did you know that milk from any of Michigan’s 1,800 dairy farms can travel from the farm to your table within 48 hours?

Thumb Dairy Odyssey Days are back!

Youth of all ages are invited to join us to learn about the dairy science and dairy farming in the Thumb of Michigan.