Nearly 50 rural communities to receive USDA’s assistance
The University of Kentucky's (UK) Community and Economic Development Initiative of Kentucky (CEDIK) and Purdue University are pairing up as one of four groups of organizations aimed at helping 47 rural communities.
Ohio wheat growers benefiting by use of soy double-cropping
Mention Ohio during a farming conversation, and many refer to the state as the land of corn and soybeans. Thanks to the growing use of a practice called double-cropping, though, one local agricultural economist believes wheat is on the rebound.
80 Acres of Ohio joins deal to expand vertical farming ideas
80 Acres Farms, already producing freshly harvested, sustainable, pesticide-free vegetables in Hamilton and Cincinnati, announced last month its partnership in Infinite Acres, a joint venture among 80 Acres, Priva, and Ocado.