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Ohio Ag Weather and Forecast, November 2, 2026 01 Nov 2026
November 2, 2026 -- Mixed clouds and sun to start the week and we are keeping precipitation at bay for the first two days...
Ohio Ag Net Podcast – Ep. 468 – The value of land and timber 01 Nov 2026
Farmland values continue to show strength across the Midwest, but a new study also makes it clear that there is no one-size-fits-all farmland market. Jennifer Riethman, head of collateral production at Farm Credit Mid-America shares the latest data and what producers should be…
Larger grain supplies and tightening livestock production complicate commodity markets 01 Nov 2026
By Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics & Consulting LLC USDA’s October World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report reversed the “small crops get smaller” trend for corn and soybeans, adding a major complication to futures moving counter-seasonally higher…
October WASDE report surprised the grain markets 01 Nov 2026
By Doug Tenney, Leist Mercantile Last month, I was in Boston with friends, taking in as many sights as we could, especially along the Freedom Trail. Highlights included the statue of Paul Revere and Old North Church, where two lanterns were hung to warn colonists that the…
Universal designed workspaces for farm shops and garage workspaces 01 Nov 2026
By Dee Jepsen and Laura Akgerman, Ohio State University A universal design garage was featured at the Farm Science Review as an interactive demonstration space for farm shops, garages, and workspaces. The idea behind universal design is that the space is functional for people…
Featured Audio: Mercer Landmark Harvesting Joy Bicycle Drive 01 Nov 2026
This year along with harvesting crops, Mercer Landmark is harvesting joy. In an effort to support young people in their communities and get them interested in agriculture, Mercer Landmark’s locations in Paulding and Defiance Counties are sponsoring a Harvest Joy Bicycle Drive.…
Nominees sought for Ohio Pork Leaders Program 01 Nov 2026
The Ohio Pork Council is looking for the next generation of pork industry leaders. Applications and nominations open Nov. 1, 2026, for the 2027 Ohio Pork Leaders Program, designed for people ages 18–35 who are ready to expand their understanding of the pork industry and grow…
Ohio Ag Weather and Forecast, October 30, 2026 29 Oct 2026
October 30, 2026 -- Mixed clouds and sun for the next few days. Mositure is still threatening the region but looks to stay west and north generally from today through Monday...
Ohio Corn & Wheat demands transparency after costly USDA data error 29 Oct 2026
Ohio grain farmers already wrestling with thin profit margins, elevated input costs, and volatile markets face a new obstacle during peak harvest: flawed federal data that drove down grain prices across the country. The Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association joined national…
Apples, hard work and a pretty good first job 29 Oct 2026
By Brianna Smith Nobody ever goes to an apple orchard angry. At least, that’s how I remember my own experience working at Springhill Fruit Farm . I started working at the orchard when I was 16. I went straight from school to work most days and spent many Saturdays there as well.…
A young farmer’s journey into soil health and cover crops 29 Oct 2026
By Dusty Sonnenberg, CCA, Field Leader, a project of the Ohio Soybean Council and Soybean Checkoff For more than a decade and a half, Matt Burkholder of Allen County has been implementing conservation practices on his family farm. Some of his fields have had both no-till and…
Featured Audio: Timpte Trailers Helps Farmers Stay Rolling During Harvest 29 Oct 2026
Ohio Ag Net’s Joe Everett visits with Dustin Willey of Timpte Trailers in Sidney about how the company’s new facility is helping farmers keep their trailers moving with parts, service and quick repairs during harvest. Willey highlights reliable hopper doors and electric tarp…
Falling cocoa prices offer little relief for Halloween candy shoppers 29 Oct 2026
By Tracy Turner, Communications Specialist, Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), Americans are expected to spend a record $13.5 billion on Halloween this year, but an agricultural…
Watch: At the End of the Trail, a Lasting Legacy 28 Oct 2026
For more than a century, Dean and Loretta Dunfee’s family has cared for the land at Trails End Farm, building a legacy rooted in perseverance, hard work, and a deep commitment to agriculture. Now recognized as a Century Farm, the operation represents generations of dedication,…
Nominate the CCA who helps make your farm successful for the Certified Crop Adviser of the Year award 28 Oct 2026
By Jason Hartschuh Q: What is the CCA of the Year Award? A: The award program is designed to recognize a highly motivated individual who delivers exceptional customer service for farmer clients in nutrient management, soil and water management, integrated pest management, and…
Featured Audio: BASF’s Nemasphere trait brings new approach to SCN management 28 Oct 2026
October is SCN Action Month, and BASF’s announcement of its Nemasphere nematode resistance trait is bringing renewed attention to an ongoing challenge for soybean growers. The upcoming biotech trait is designed to complement existing soybean resistance, adding another layer of…
Night for Young Professionals connects Wilmington College students with agricultural leaders 28 Oct 2026
By Addison Naus, Wilmington College More than 100 Wilmington College agriculture students had the opportunity to connect with industry professionals, explore career opportunities, and gain professional development skills during the fourth annual Night for Young Professionals on…
Ohio Ag Weather and Forecast, October 29, 2026 28 Oct 2026
October 29, 2026 -- Decent sunshine through the day today but clouds will start to build in northern and NW parts of the state this afternoon. We will not rule out a few scattered showers late this afternoon and evening, but think the best chances stay farther west and north...
What It Takes to Grow a Giant Pumpkin 28 Oct 2026
By Allison Kinney, Ohio Ag Net Many Ohioans see pumpkins as a familiar sign of fall, but for growers involved in the competitive world of giant pumpkins, the goal goes far beyond producing a pumpkin for a front porch display. Tim Parks, owner of Parks Garden Center and a…
Ohio Ag Weather and Forecast, October 28, 2026 27 Oct 2026
October 28, 2026 -- Our atmosphere is picking up more haze and dust ahead of what will be a rather active late weekend and early next week period. However, Ohio largely is precipitation free through at least Saturday...