Trying to keep a dog breed alive
Part of the problem that has doomed the English Shepherd to rare breed status is the lack of name recognition.
Calling ‘Bossie’ stands the test of time
“Many the morn when the mist covers the valley as I softly call, ‘Come, Boss, come, Boss,’ and the day begins with a shining...
The story behind the famous poster
Judith Sutherland shares the story behind "You been farming long?" — the most highly recognized poster of all time.
The thrill of the Kentucky Derby
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.
The stark contrast between a morning snowfall and the tragedy in Minneapolis
Longtime Farm and Dairy Columnist Judith Sutherland has spent years finding beauty in the everyday, but today her view is stark. Following the tragic shooting of Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis, Judith weighs in on the tactics she describes as embarrassing and cruel.
Meal time should be an important part of family time
From the strict rules of the Great Depression to today’s busy schedules, a look at how family mealtime has evolved and why gathering at the table still matters.
There are different types of life, loss
The feeling of loss comes in many different forms. Judith Sutherland shares her range of emotions, following the loss of two people she held near and dear.
Quicksand: It’s real, and dangerous
Quicksand forms in an area where soil is very high in sand when the water saturation level makes liquid mud that can trap anything it comes in contact with.
Life in 1904: Dying at 47, 4-cent sugar
As we close out the year, it is interesting to look back on what life was like 100 years ago.
In the year 1904, according to an interesting fact sheet, the average life expectancy in the United States was 47 years.
‘I can spot a Sutherland Westie from a mile away’
From a childhood Pekingese to 30 years of raising West Highland Terriers, Judith Sutherland shares why responsible breed preservation is a labor of love.
