It’s the time of year when roadside stands and farmers markets offer fresh picked produce. However, as with any food purchase, a little know-how can go a long way in keeping you and your family safe from foodborne illness, advises…
Introducing the Northeast Counties Storefront
We are so excited to announce our new storefront!!! If you are looking to purchase some new and popular T-shirt designs for your family with a “farming theme”- check it out!!! We have sizes to fit everyone (including youth, toddler…
Field-gawking is sneaky
On the Farm!
Antique show makes enjoyable day
On the Farm!
5 price research resources for farmers
Price research helps farmers effectively price their products. Farmers use it to identify current prices, trends and patterns in the marketplace. Results give farmers keen insights to market conditions and the amount buyers are willing to pay for farm products….
Celebrating Camp Whitewood
When we read about the enjoyable and educational experiences children had recently at 4-H Camp Whitewood, we should think about the long and continuing history the camp has had. I have experienced a part of that history. When I was…
How to price farm products
Farmers need to know production costs in order to price their farm products for profit. Commonsense, right? The truth is most farmers estimate what it costs to raise an animal for market or produce a peck of apples. As a…
Farm, Business, Land & Homeowner Conference Canceled
Note: The conference has been canceled. This conference will offer workshops led by business, marketing and legal experts, as well as farmers, who provide valuable personal experience. Choose workshops and structured networking sessions on estate planning, business planning and financials,…
Unusual rainfall hurts farms
Hope you enjoyed your July 4th and were able to have some down time with family and friends! What a growing season we’ve had so far this year! An average June in Trumbull County will see about 4 inches of…
How to keep livestock cool
Farmers use a livestock heat stress index (a combination of heat and humidity) to determine when heat stress could create a problem for their animals. But don’t want until temps reach the danger zone to help your animals, and no…