Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 46 (2-26-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of Feb. 26, 2026.
The winter kill myth: The cold hard truth about tick resilience
Ticks don't die in the winter. Ohio State University's Catelyn Turner talks about how to identify tick habitats and use pasture management to protect your animals from anemia and tick-borne diseases.
Roundtable reveals climate, policy pressures on Pittsburgh-area food chain
Western Pennsylvania farmers and chefs tell U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio how climate change and Farm Bill delays impact local food. Read about the recent James Beard Foundation roundtable.
A day on the lake: How ice fishing became one group’s post-retirement hobby
Retirement isn't just about slowing down—sometimes it’s about drilling through the ice. Join Reporter Liz Partsch for a day on the lake with a local group that’s found the perfect way to stay active (and stay warm) during the winter months.
Not the end: Testing, support could help farmers navigate PFAS
PFAS contamination is a nightmare for farmers, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the road. In Maine, out of 111 farms where PFAS was detected, only six have had to close their doors. Why? The Pine Tree State devoted considerable money, time and resources to its PFAS problem. What can we learn from Maine's response in how to help farmers deal with PFAS when it's inevitably found on your farm?
Farm groups urge Trump to back down on tariffs after court decision
National farm groups reacted with relief after the Supreme Court rules against global tariffs, citing record-high supply costs.
Pennsylvania leads nation in H5N1 bird flu cases
With over 7 million birds impacted by HPAI in the last 30 days alone—mostly in Lancaster County— PA Gov. Josh Shapiro has deployed more resources to help contain the spread. The outbreak is also putting 200+ dairy farms under mandatory surveillance.
Hord family wins Ohio Pork Council’s top honor
The Ohio Pork Council’s most prestigious honor, the Pork Industry Excellence Award, was presented to the Hord Family of Hord Family Farms, headquartered in Bucyrus, Ohio
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 45 (2-19-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of Feb. 19, 2026.
The ‘Wimpy’ Problem: How to properly value sweat equity on the farm
Don't wait until "Tuesday" to pay for today’s labor. Ohio State University's Dave Marrison talks about how to document farm sweat equity, calculate opportunity costs and ensure a fair family transition.
