AdvertisementGet the newsMFB Hemp Conference provide updates for 2020The MFB Hemp Conference will be held February 4.Ohio Beef Expo set for March 19-22Clay as a supplement in dairy has many benefitsQuick LinksClassifiedFacebookAg SourcebookAg ProfileSubscribePlace an AdYield predictions improved based on seedling data Using plant RNA data from 2-week-old corn seedlings, scientists can improve adult crop traits with accuracy that rivals current approaches using DNA. News | 4 days ago DCRC webinar focuses on genomics and fertility The DCRC webinar is scheduled for 2 p.m. CST on February 28. News | 4 days ago Houghton named OFBF development director He will be focusing his efforts on fundraising for the foundation and maintaining its scholarship programs. News Ohio FB honors 3 for lifetime contributions to ag Three individuals were recognized for their lifetime achievements to agriculture during the 101st annual meeting of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation. News Registration now open for OEFFA conference The conference will run Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the Dayton Convention Center in Dayton, Ohio. News OCA to host annual meeting, banquet The Annual Meeting will serve as one of the locations available to take the Cattlemen’s Challenge Written Test. News Members compete in National FFA Agriscience Fair The National FFA Agriscience Fair is a key competition that is part of the annual National FFA Convention & Expo, which was held Oct. 30-Nov. 2. News Johnsons to offer family farm at auction The land, which has 713 contiguous acres, will be offered in 11 tracts ranging from 18 acres to 178 acres. News Leaders petition Trump to hold biofuel promise The letter was signed by 60 organizations, including the American Soybean Association. News Purdue hemp experts to speak at Indianapolis event The Midwest Hemp Council is hosting the inaugural event for current and prospective hemp growers and others in the hemp industry. News Event focuses on science-based ag Researchers, government agency representatives and business leaders will discuss sustainable agriculture and efficient uses of agricultural resources. News Poor forage quality spurs malnutrition concerns A Purdue specialist is warning livestock owners that forage they harvested earlier this year likely has lower-than-usual nutritional quality. News NCGA to EPA: Good intentions don’t provide certainty Thalmann: “...quite frankly, I would rather be in the field. But [this] issue is too important to corn farmers like me not to be here." News Commodity Classic focuses on clarity in 2020 The 2020 Commodity Classic will be held Thursday, Feb. 27 through Saturday, Feb. 29 in San Antonio, Texas. News Sheep checkoff funds show significant progress After a year of successful checkoff-funded projects and events, IN S&W is accepting new funding requests at its Nov. 19 meeting in Louisville. News Michigan Dairy Ambassador Program gears up All applicants meeting baseline criteria will be invited to attend a day-long program kickoff on Feb. 7, the second day of GLRDC. News Purdue receives first USDA grant to study hemp production The 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp production, but little information is available on planting the crop. Purdue University is working to change that. News USCA continues fight for truth in labeling Since the repeal of country-of-origin labeling (COOL) in 2015, there are no clear definitions for what constitutes a U.S. beef product. News Modern dairy efficiencies reducing environmental impact A new Journal of Animal Science study shows dairy farmers are using 90% less land, 65% less water, 63% smaller carbon footprint per gallon of milk. News Blain’s Farm & Fleet announces fifth location in Michigan The Walker store is slated to open in Fall 2020. News Edon FFA feeds farmers during harvest In total, the chapter fed almost 200 farmers over several days through this activity. News FFA members compete at National Agriscience Fair During the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, IN, numerous students will be recognized for their efforts in their Agriscience Fair entries. News President Trump restricts rulemaking The orders take aim at agency “guidance documents” Trump said have been abused to implement new policies while skirting public comment and review. News Digestibility of calcium varies in sow gestation Swine diets are primarily formulated and tested in growing pigs. News Michigan crop yields setting all the wrong records Michigan corn production, forecast at 270 million bushels, is down 9 percent from last year — the lowest for the state since 2004 if realized. News Sen. Stabenow reports on Michigan climate change The impact of the climate crisis on local growers and how agriculture can be part of the solution was discussed. News For youth and agriculture, it’s full STEAM ahead! Schools are introducing concepts within indoor and outdoor classrooms, providing the young people with ideas beyond the pages of books. News Scientists track herbicide-resistant weed Glyphosate-resistant waterhemp has emerged in corn and soybean fields in southwestern Ontario. News MarketplaceCARSBusiness DirectoryHemp education to debut at 2020 World Ag Expo The Hemp Education & Marketing Pavilion will have exhibitors and seminars addressing issues. News Get fresh facts on farmland preservation Nov. 8 The cost is free, but a reservation is required. News 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. News Leading execs elected to National 4-H Board National 4‑H Council has announced the election of two new Trustees to its Board. News 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. News 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. News National 4-H Week honors the century-old group In 1902, the first “4-H” club was established in Clark County, Ohio News 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. News Preston Dairy offers sweet retreat over Labor Day Over 1500 came and participated in the day long event. News Valley to launch new crop management platform Valley Irrigation is pleased to announce the launch of Valley 365, due for release in early 2020. News 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. News 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 News 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. News 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 News 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. News 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. News Camden presented by27°High: 38°Low: 13°Ad Contentby TaboolaShare your feedback to help improve our site experience!
