The Big E has been providing fairground entertainment – and agritainment – for 109 years. Bridget Kelleher, assistant director of marketing, stated, “The Big E continues to be the leading showcase for commerce, agriculture and entertainment in the Northeast.” Each evening, fairgoers enjoyed a daily ...

Farmers are always eager to learn about new farm technology, especially if it helps achieve production goals. One technology that’s garnering more interest is drones. Ephraim Riehl, Matthew Riehl and David Stolzfus, of RiehlWay Ag in New Holland, PA, discussed the use of drones at the annual Penn St...

The Big E has been providing fairground entertainment – and agritainment – for 109 years. Bridget Kelleher, assistant director of marketing, stated, “The Big E continues to be the leading showcase for commerce, agriculture and entertainment in the Northeast.” Each evening, fairgoers enjoyed a daily ...

Buzzer battles, ag acumen and plenty of lamb literacy were on full display at the Big E , where the New England 4-H Sheep Quiz Bowl took place. Held in the Mallary Agricultural Complex, this fast-paced face-off pitted six teams of sharp-minded young shepherds from across New England in a buzzer-beat...

Each year, UNH Extension hosts the New Hampshire Agriculture Professionals Day to connect ag service providers and farmers across the state. On Sept. 24, approximately 70 enthusiastic ag service providers and farmers representing 22 organizations attended the event to collaborate with one another an...

A strong farm lease isn’t just a formality, it’s the foundation of a flourishing farming partnership. Whether you’re an experienced operator or a first-time farmer, a well-crafted lease prevents confusion and helps both parties stay on track. Here’s how to create a crystal-clear, ironclad lease that...

Dr. Glenda Pereira, the host of “ Maine Farmcast ” and the UMaine Extension dairy specialist, sat down with Dr. Juan Romero, associate professor of animal nutrition at UMaine, to discuss the challenges concerning hay production in New England. Producing hay in New England is mostly challenging due t...

The last few days of September, I saw early plantings of winter rye sprouting nicely in some Central New York counties. Happily, I see more corn growers planting autumn cover crops. The more productive title for these late season plantings is “winter forage,” a mindset which acknowledges that someth...

It was once again showtime at the Big E, where grace under pressure and hard work paid off. Before the Eastern States Exposition officially opened to the public on Sept. 12, competitions were already taking place in the Mallary Agricultural Complex. Outside the building, show cows were showered with...