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Farm and Dairy photo booth at Ohio FFA Convention 2016
We asked FFA members to share why they say thanks to FFA by participating in our photo booth at the 2016 Ohio FFA Convention in Columbus, May 5 and 6.
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It may not be a typical FFA project but at Firelands High School, students spend downtime with yarn and hook in hand, crocheting for a cause.
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Infographic: How to create a wild bee sanctuary at home
Help wild bees thrive in your backyard with simple steps like planting pollinator-friendly flowers, reducing pesticides and protecting natural habitats.
Pennsylvania’s producing wells as of April 30, 2016
In southwestern Pennsylvania, Washington County leads with the highest number of producing wells as of the end of April.
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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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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.
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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Sometimes the forests need fire: The argument for controlled burns
Harrison Soil and Water Conservation District technician Caitlin Harris explains why controlled burns are essential for forest health. Learn how prescribed fire helps restore oak and hickory regeneration, supports wildlife habitats and reduces the risk of destructive wildfires in Ohio.
To cut or not to cut: Weighing the risks of making a late hay...
Facing a delayed hay harvest? Ohio State University Extension educator Allen Gahler weighs the risks of late-season alfalfa cutting, offers advice on making balage over dry hay, and outlines crucial moisture monitoring steps to prevent spontaneous combustion and hay fires.
How a Farmall M and family restored Grandpa Charlie’s spark
Life is full of sad and glorious moments. Discover how an autumn 1959 farm sale, a red Farmall M tractor, and the love of a growing young family helped restore joy, purpose, and laughter to a grieving great-grandfather who had lost his spark.
In good (enough) health
Columnist Kymberly Foster Seabolt humorously reflects on the daily struggle of adult meal planning, healthy eating, and packing lunches. From trading sad spinach salads for Dairy Queen runs, she shares why balancing good health with life's simple pleasures is easier said than done.
The one you choose: How a feisty runt puppy won a hunter’s heart
Retired wildlife officer Jim Abrams reflects on the quiet heartache and hope of choosing a new hunting dog. Discover how an unexpectedly feisty runt puppy named Bramble stole the show and made the final decision for him in the whelping box.
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Skyrocketing fuel and fertilizer costs leave crop farmers unable to break even
Record diesel prices exceeding $6 a gallon and soaring fertilizer costs are severely squeezing U.S. farmers as the fall harvest begins. Driven by global oil supply disruptions and conflict, high input costs mean few row crop farmers are expected to break even this year.
Pennsylvania measles outbreak grows to four deaths as cases rise
Two additional deaths bring Pennsylvania's ongoing measles outbreak to four total deaths and 767 confirmed cases across 38 counties. Health officials note high risks in rural farming and Amish communities as unvaccinated cases continue to spread across the state.
Sometimes the forests need fire: The argument for controlled burns
Harrison Soil and Water Conservation District technician Caitlin Harris explains why controlled burns are essential for forest health. Learn how prescribed fire helps restore oak and hickory regeneration, supports wildlife habitats and reduces the risk of destructive wildfires in Ohio.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 74 (9-17-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in Farm and Dairy newspaper for the week of Sept. 17, 2026.
Beaver County Stockman’s Club Sale at Hookstown Fair (Pa.)
The Beaver County Stockman's Club Sale at the Hookstown Fair brought in $287,405 from 158 lots on Aug. 28, 2026.
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