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.
Part Three: The water war begins
In Part 3 of this series exploring Ralph Moody’s classic "Little Britches," a 1906 Colorado drought triggers a dangerous "water war." When upstream ranchers hog the vital irrigation supply, the Moody family must take a perilous late-night stand to save their newly planted crops.
Through the eyes of a toddler
There are a lot of things Judith Sutherland forgotten about the world through the eyes of an 18-month-old, but her only grandchild is reminding her.
The story behind the famous poster
Judith Sutherland shares the story behind "You been farming long?" — the most highly recognized poster of all time.
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.
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.
Part three: The luckiest man alive
From hand-milking to indoor plumbing, Judith Sutherland's parents build a life on a rented Ohio farm in the 1950s, finding joy in hard work and 36-cent gallons of milk.
Part Two: Becoming a ‘working man’
Step back into the early 1900s with the heartwarming and humorous lessons of Ralph Moody's "Little Britches." From outsmarting cattle on a clever horse named Fanny to the immense pride of earning his very first quarter, explore the timeless spirit of becoming a young working man.
TV vet tells real-life story of working with farm animals
Dr. Pol tells the real-life story of being a farm veterinarian.
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.
