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Among Farmers With Dairy, How Well Do the Cows Adapt to Daylight Saving Time?

By Frank Lessiter posted on November 18, 2024

Whether it is “spring ahead” or “fall back” time, the schedules of farmers are somewhat impacted by the twice-a-year shifting of the clock. And for farmers spending time in the milking parlor, there’s a question on how cow behavior and milk production is affected.

Telling the Story for the Farmers

By Mackane Vogel posted on October 31, 2024 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

No matter the crop or the region, every farmer is constantly looking for ways to improve their bottom line, cut back on harmful chemicals, improve their weed or pest management strategies, increase yields — every farmer strives for a more efficient operation.

Observations on Dad’s Calling

By Mike Lessiter posted on September 5, 2024

It’s a pleasure to introduce you to my dad, Frank Lessiter, and what I would call the 5th child in our family, his No-Till Farmer (NTF) publication. I was 3 years old when Dad put out the first edition, and I can’t recall a time when NTF wasn’t a part of the family.

No-Till’s Johnny Appleseed

By Randall Reeder posted on September 4, 2024

When it comes to no-till, there is no bigger name than Frank Lessiter.

On The Road: A Tour of East Coast Agriculture's Rich History

By Mackane Vogel posted on July 19, 2024 | Posted in Soil Health

In early June I had the chance to visit some of my family and friends while also going on a few work-related visits throughout Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania. This gave me the unique opportunity to learn more about the rich agricultural history in and around the area where I grew up.

Videos

Ray McCormick’s Conservation Buffer

Earlier this week we paid another visit to this year’s Conservation Ag Operator Fellow, Ray McCormick in Vincennes, Ind., and one thing about Ray is that even when it’s the “off season,” he’s still thinking ahead for next season.

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