The fog calendar: A blizzard validates ancient folk wisdom
Eliza Blue shares how the "fog calendar" accurately predicted a South Dakota blizzard, bringing much-needed moisture to the prairie during calving season.
Peach pit carving: The forgotten folk art of Ohio pioneers
Discover the history of peach pit carving, from its ancient Chinese roots to 19th-century American pioneers and the famous art of Albert William Gimbi, the Pennsylvania Peach Pit Carver.
War in the Middle East and the growing toll on American farms
As U.S.-Israel tensions ignite, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz sends oil and fertilizer prices skyrocketing. Alan Guebert talks through how the numbers are hitting U.S. farms.
The identity of the mystery ax from West Virginia is revealed
Mystery solved! See how a rare, forged stone mason’s ax from Cool Ridge, WV, was used to finish stone walls and why it required a "heck of an arm" to use.
Field tile management: Tips for scouting and repairing field drainage
Before the planter hits the soil, it’s time to scout your fields. Learn how to maintain drainage tile, clear outlets and prevent costly blowouts this spring.
Spring pasture management: Why early turnout can cost you big
Don’t let the March green-up fool you. Rushing livestock onto wet pastures can cause season-long damage. Learn how to prep your herd and your land for a healthy turnout.
The legend of Bo Whoop: America’s most famous lost shotgun
The famous shotgun “Bo Whoop” vanished from a duck hunt in 1948—then resurfaced decades later. Plus a guide to modern non-toxic waterfowl ammo.
A Jersey cow, a miracle heifer and suddenly… infinite cheese
After a year off, a beloved Jersey cow surprises her family with a heifer calf — and an unexpected flood of fresh milk and homemade cheese.
Ready for social housing? Your first steps for preweaned calves
Last year, we wrote a piece titled “Better together: A case for social housing of preweaned calves,” highlighting research showing calves raised in pairs...
Fleetwood Mac songs still carry me back to carefree summer nights
A Fleetwood Mac song instantly transports Columnist Judith Sutherland back to summer nights of country drives, loud radios and teenage freedom.
