More Changes to Grandpa’s Farm
Let's take another look at what has happened on Grandpa or Great-Grandpa's farm in the last 50 to 75 years.One of the first things one…
Read this article »Why Did Grandpa’s Farm Get Bigger?
Let's take a look at why Grandpa's farm got bigger over the years. Or why Grandpa rented his land or sold it and went to…
Read this article »Enjoy Farming of Years Ago and Today
One of the most interesting and educational shows, the Ashtabula County Antique Engine Club's 33rd annual show, will be held July 4-6 at their beautiful…
Read this article »Local Crops Look as Good as Much of Ohio
Nearly two weeks ago, we took a trip down to Granville, Ohio, to visit friends. Driving through Richland, Knox and Licking counties, I conducted what…
Read this article »Just What is Sustainable Farming?
When you have a chance, drive around our area and take a look at the newly-planted fields of corn and soybeans on our family farms.…
Read this article »Animal Rights Activists Lose Lawsuit
Several farm publications recently have had an interesting article about the Humane Society of the United States losing a long lawsuit against a circus, which…
Read this article »Bees Help Put Food on the Table
People don't particularly like them if they are buzzing around when they are doing yard work or out in the field where they may be…
Read this article »Agricultural Research Has Saved Millions of Lives
Since we are in the heart of the local planting season, it is appropriate to recognize a famous plant scientist, Dr. Norman Borlaug, whose plant…
Read this article »Safe GMO Foods Have Been Consumed For Years
Quite often people base decisions on emotion rather than fact. While the largest body of science says genetically modified foods are safe, all too often…
Read this article »You Can?t Eat Government Regulations
Cold, wet weather has delayed spring planting for local farmers and those in other parts of the country. Now they may be faced with more…
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