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How to make dandelion jam
Discover why dandelions were prized for centuries as herbal heroes rather than weeds. From ancient Arabian medicine to colonial gardens, Reporter Liz Partsch explores the history of this vitamin-rich plant and shows us how to make a sweet, honey-like dandelion jam.
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How to collect and sprout your own oak trees from acorns
Start growing your own mighty oak trees this fall. Learn how to harvest viable acorns, use the float test, manage cold dormancy in the refrigerator, and harden off seedlings for a successful spring planting in your home landscape.
Why and how you should add sweet potatoes to your garden
We love sweet potatoes here at Farm and Dairy, and we think you should, too. Learn everything from planting slips and soil requirements to harvesting and storage tips. Discover why these heat-loving tubers are a low-maintenance, high-yield addition for any gardener.
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Part 5: A new career path for Charlie
In the early 1900s, hard farm work and illness tested the Myers family. With his brother Harry apprenticing in Pittsburgh and his mother hospitalized, young Charlie gave all his earnings to support her surgery, reuniting the family on their Ohio farm.
Closet cleanouts: How my daughter keeps my fashion in check
From linebacker shoulder pads to pantyhose sold in plastic eggs, fashion trends come and go. Kymberly Foster Seabolt reflects on the hilarity of mother-daughter shopping, decluttering decades of outdated clothes, and letting the next generation keep her stylish.
How to collect and sprout your own oak trees from acorns
Start growing your own mighty oak trees this fall. Learn how to harvest viable acorns, use the float test, manage cold dormancy in the refrigerator, and harden off seedlings for a successful spring planting in your home landscape.
Why managing soil pH is essential for pasture productivity
Proper soil pH is critical for nutrient uptake, root growth, and legume persistence in pastures. Learn why fall is an ideal time for soil sampling, how to interpret buffer pH or exchangeable acidity, and how to plan effective lime applications for healthier forage stands.
AI meets AI: Real breeding help or a bunch of bull?
Dairy farmers have long used AI for artificial insemination, but artificial intelligence is transforming the industry. Learn how new AI tools analyze cow wearable data, genetics, and feed efficiency to help producers make better breeding decisions without replacing the farmer.
Part 4: Starting over in Ohio
After losing her husband and daughter, Laura returned to Ohio in May 1897 with five young sons. Thrust into farm labor, 12-year-old Charlie stepped up as the man of the house, helping the family navigate tragedy, heavy plows, and a fresh start on a small Spring Valley farm.
