Around the Table
A Dakota tradition: Lessons in lefse
Discover the art of making lefse in this "Accidental Rancher" excerpt. Explore the history, technique, and heartwarming tradition of this Dakota holiday staple.
How-To's
How to repurpose your Christmas tree for wildlife habitat
Speaking of birds... Learn how live-cut Christmas trees can be recycled after the holidays to create habitat for Ohio’s birds, fish, and wildlife across the state. Plus find drop-off locations across Ohio and western Pennsylvania.
How to beat the winter blues: Science-backed tips to boost your...
Beat the winter blues with these science-backed tips from OSU Extension's Family and Consumer Sciences Educators. Discover how light therapy, movement and cozy routines can boost your mood during the darkest months.
Columns
The forgotten nutrient: Closing the gap in your calf feeding program
Maximize calf growth and rumen health by providing warm, free-choice water. Learn why water temperature and timing are vital for starter digestion and health.
Don’t let your grassed waterways become an afterthought
Grassed waterways are essential for erosion control, but they don't last forever, writes Medina SWCD's Eric Hange. Learn how to spot early warning signs and maintain your waterways to protect your soil and yields.
Help us identify Item No. 1299
Item No. 1299 is wooden with two long skinny arms, about 4-feet-long, rounded at the top, with another piece of wood that sits perpendicular across.
A rugged trip to the supermarket
Discover why hunting is a healthy, sustainable choice. Learn about the nutritional benefits of wild game, its low carbon footprint, and the physical rewards of the field.
Joy, agony and the surprises that keep us humble
From celebrating 90th birthdays to navigating a scary holiday emergency, Judith Sutherland reflects on the moments of vulnerability and triumph that define life.
New appliances and Murphy’s Law: A family’s kitchen adventure
When a 40-year-old stove dies on Christmas, a family discovers the high-tech (and slightly intimidating) world of modern stainless steel appliances.

































