Sunday, April 5, 2026
snow and tree

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.

R.T. Stewart spent two decades infiltrating dangerous poaching rings. Discover the true story of "Operation Clanbake" and the psychological toll of hunting Ohio’s most notorious wildlife violators.

Facing high winds and hard times on the South Dakota prairie, Eliza Blue shares why linking arms with others is the only way to weather the storm.
kids in barn

Parenting isn't just about meeting needs; it’s about raising future adults, according to columnist Kymberly Foster Seabolt.

Judith Sutherland discovered how childhood farm chores and a father’s "figure it out" attitude built lifelong problem-solving skills and the power of teamwork.
thanksgiving dinner

Opinion writer Alan Guebert explores the controversy behind the USDA’s new "MyPyramid" guidelines. From farm-table traditions to industry conflicts, see why these dietary shifts are sparking debate.
frost

Prepare for a successful grazing season by auditing soil health, frost seeding, and infrastructure now. Plan your 2026 pasture strategy to maximize forage.
Vale Wood Farms

Maximize calf growth and rumen health by providing warm, free-choice water. Learn why water temperature and timing are vital for starter digestion and health.

Grassed waterways are essential for erosion control, but they don't last forever, writes Medina SWCD's Eric Hange. Learn how to spot early warning signs and maintain your waterways to protect your soil and yields.

Item No. 1299 is wooden with two long skinny arms, about 4-feet-long, rounded at the top, with another piece of wood that sits perpendicular across.