Early spring means time for garden cleanup

Weather permitting, early spring can provide the time to begin early garden and yard clean up.

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Michigan FFA Chapters receive money

#SpeakAgMichigan award honored eight FFA chapters with a total of $5,000 during the Michigan FFA Convention.

Ambassadors excited to promote dairy

Seven Michigan youth were named Michigan Dairy Ambassadors after gathering at the 2019 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference for leadership training.

Another successful year for FWS

The 28th annual Farm Women's Symposium was held March 6-8 for the first time in the southwest corner of Michigan.

Sentiment weakens amid marketing risk

Uncertainty looms behind a weakened ag economy barometer reading, with producers less optimistic about conditions.

A new approach to keeping crops safe

Purdue researchers have developed a compound for controlling weeds that is also safe for people and the environment.

Champions parade at Angus ROV Show

Angus led 126 entries at the 2019 Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show’s Roll of Victory Angus Show in Fort Worth.

Tips to help your peonies shine

Herbaceous peonies are a common sight in many gardens and are some of the most beautiful flowers you will find.

Bane-Welker launches ag podcast

Bane-Welker Equipment is proud to announce the launch of Plowtalk, the official podcast of Bane-Welker Equipment.

Soil health workshop is Friday

You are invited to the ‘Soil Health Workshop’ presented by Jim Hoorman, NRCS Soil Health Specialist.

Maple Syrup Festival is March 23

The fun begins at the Williams County Fairgrounds in Montpelier, Ohio.

Harding places in state’s top 8

Addison Harding competed in the State Beginning Prepared Public Speaking Career Development Event.

Annual event teaches kids about ag

High school students learned about Michigan’s diverse commodity mix at Southwestern Michigan College’s annual Ag Day.

Ohio Beef Expo kicks off Friday

The Ohio Beef Expo, the premier event of Ohio’s beef industry, will take place at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, OH.

Midwest Dairy Challenge 2019 wraps up

The successful event began with 97 students from 19 schools, coaches and volunteers traveling to Freeport, IL.

Select Sires hosts employee training

Twelve new employees completed orientation and sales training Feb. 5-8 at Select Sires’ headquarters in Plain City, OH.

Tips for purchasing your 4-H project

Acquiring new livestock is exciting, no matter if it is to build your herd or if it is the purchase of your annual 4-H project.

Soil fertility program offered in Cass County

The workshop will be held Thursday, March 14, 2019 and includes lunch.

ALB to award grants for local lamb promotion

The American Lamb Board has allocated $25,000 in Fiscal Year 2019 to support new lamb promotion ideas targeting non-industry audiences.

Northeast Indiana Local Food Forum set for March 18

Join us for this fun and interactive event intended to celebrate and strengthen connections in our local food community.

Taking farmers to the ‘Next Level’

What farmer wouldn’t love having a National Yield Contest title from NCGA?

Tractor safety programs help save lives

In spite of safety precautions, almost 800 tractor-related deaths occur every year in the United States, according to a source from February 2016.

Kempf talks natural plant immunity

Natural plant immunity has been promoted and one of its most informed supporters is John Kempf from northeastern Ohio.

ASI schedules trip to Washington

Members of the American Sheep Industry Association's Legislative Action Council will be in Washington, DC, March 11-13.

World Food Prize registrations due April 1

As millions across the globe deal with food insecurity, World Food Prize offers young people to be part of the solution.

Tree planting grants open to Michigan

Grant applicants may request up to $2,000 to fund tree planting projects in their community.

NMC honors 41 dairies for quality milk

National Mastitis Council recognized the best of the best when it comes to quality production at its Awards Luncheon.

U of I holds Midwest Dairy Challenge

University of Illinois will host college dairy students February 13-15 in Freeport, IL.

Farmers optimistic after FB approval

Producers were more optimistic about the ag economy in January, but they remain concerned about farmland values.

Benton Harbor hosts FWS

Farm Women’s Symposium will be held in southwest Michigan’s Benton Harbor Hilton Garden Inn on March 6-8, 2019.

Cambodian aquaculture league launched

WISHH leaders joined Cambodian and U.S. government to launch a strategic partnership to develop Cambodia’s aquaculture.

JD to introduce new products at NFMS

John Deere is set to introduce new products and ag technology at this year’s show.

AFIA provides new biosecurity guidance

The American Feed Industry Association announced that it has released an updated version of its biosecurity guidelines.

Central Michigan Seed Swap to be held February 24

One of a do-it-yourselfer’s fondest dreams is to complete a project from start to finish.

MWP Winter Grower Meeting is March 20

The agenda has been announced! Research results, Fusarium head blight discoveries, new weed challenges, and more slated!

Commodity Classic offers Orlando tours

Commodity Classic will be held Thursday, February 28 through Saturday, March 2 in Orlando.

It’s time for Fort Wayne Farm Show!

This year, the Fort Wayne Farm Show celebrates its 30th anniversary on January 15-17.

Trade disputes concern farmers

The December barometer reading of 127 was 7 points lower than November.

Michigan soybean yield winners named

The contest information is used to help increase farmer attention to the agronomics of soybean production.

Farmers can look into CSAs

These business models have been around for many years and are very useful for farmers.