About Agriculture and Natural Resources
Hancock County has 340,480 acres of which 77.5% is devoted to agriculture. U.S. data shows 950 farms, with an average farm size of 278 acres. The county ranked 4th in Ohio wheat production and 5th in Ohio soybean production in 2007. There are several active livestock commodity groups, & local agricultural producers and leaders meet monthly via Ag Council. Small woodlands still exist in many parts of the county, providing good habit for wildlife. The Blanchard River and its tributaries make up the county's major watershed.
County Agriculture and Natural Resources News
Enterprise Budgets Can Help Streamline Field Crop Decisions
As farmers decide what resources to commit to achieving the most profitable enterprises on their farms, devising a budget can be one of the best ways to help streamline the decision-making process.
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Beekeepers Free Monthly Webinar Series to Begin
Beekeepers Free Monthly Webinar Series to Begin
Beekeepers in Ohio and beyond are invited to attend a free, monthly educational webinar series taught by Ohio State University experts starting on April 18.
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State Agriculture and Natural Resources News
Find recent "Grazing School" presentations on-line here!
Find recent "Grazing School" presentations on-line here!
The "Pastures for Profit" grazing school is a comprehensive course in Management Intensive Grazing
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