Friday, May 15, 2026

Ohio State researchers share 2025 data on dairy heat stress and invite farms to a 2026 study. See why fans alone might not prevent the "summer slump."

Relive the magic of fireside memories. From childhood fishing trips to backyard camps, explore why a simple roasted hot dog is the ultimate storyteller.

Paul Locher explores the fascinating history and labor-intensive craft of early wooden water pipes—a testament to pioneer ingenuity and infrastructure.
Garden produce

Stop overplanting and start eating! Ohio State Extension's Holly Bandy discusses how to align your garden with your family’s meals to save time, money, and resources this growing season.
horse

Judith Sutherland recounts the historic Derby win by Golden Tempo and Cherie DeVaux, the first female trainer to take the roses in a stunning 23-1 upset.

Naturalist Tami Gingrich explores the unique life of the mayapple, from its umbrella-like leaves and hidden waxy blossoms to its surprising relationship with box turtles. Discover why this poisonous yet beautiful plant is a favorite of the spring woods in northeastern Ohio.

Learn how to balance your pasture pond by managing livestock access, reducing nutrient runoff, and improving water quality for healthier cattle and fish.
a blue tractor moves across a field of green, mowing hay

Ohio State University Extension’s Jordan Penrose shares 5 essentials for mastering hay season: Optimize timing, maintain stand longevity, prep equipment, stay flexible with baleage and utilize forage testing.
stretching dairy cow

Discover how interpreting cow behavior, sensory signals, and AI technology can improve herd health, boost milk production, and ensure farm longevity.

From HAL 9000 to "fried shrimp," Kymberly Foster Seabolt explores why the AI revolution might just get stuck in a mandatory Windows Update.