News & Events

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Unveils Vision for U.S. Organic Agriculture

Published May. 15, 2013

Vilsack announced a number of changes and new initiatives to support the continued growth of organic agriculture, including that the USDA's Risk Management Agency's (RMA) federal crop insurance program will increase coverage options for organic producers this year and provide even more options in 2014, including a contract price addendum as well as new premium price elections for organic crops.

American Farm Bureau Opens Annual Photo Contest

Published May. 21, 2013

The contest runs May 20 to Oct. 15. All submissions must portray agriculture and safe practices of farmers and ranchers.

Are your farm acres covered?

Published May. 13, 2013

The Muskingum and Guernsey conservation districts will have a cover crop informational meeting from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 30. The meeting will be at the Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Co-Op meeting room, 17 S. Liberty St., New Concord.

As you’re planting, remember FSA deadlines

Published May. 17, 2013

You’ve only got until June 3 to enroll in Acre for this year. You catch a break with DCP and have until Aug. 2 to enroll in DCP (and yes, that’s after the deadline for reporting your crops).

At Any Price: Director’s detailed portrayal of farm-life malaise pays off

Published May. 24, 2013

Consumed by the motto “Expand or die,” Henry tries to buy up a neighbor’s land at the man’s funeral and commits other less-than-savory acts.