Learning the economics of lime
Determining the right amount of lime to apply to optimize soil health is about more than pH. Learn how to account for all factors before applying lime.
Composting vs. vermicomposting
Learn about the benefits and differences of composting and vermicomposting.
Westerns were the mold
Bryce Angell crafts a poem about watching Westerns on the T.V. growing up.
Fighting the good fight for vegetable plants
Learning to grow tomatoes in the garden and on the homestead isn’t about doing one thing right. It’s more like a boxing match for Eric Keller.
Here comes the 2024 Farm Bill, there goes any 2024 reforms
Alan Guebert weighs in on what to expect if the 2024 Farm Bill comes together before its extension expires in September.
Big blue sets the record by a whisker
The new state record blue catfish, weighing 101.11 pounds and measuring 56 1/2 inches, was caught by Jaylynn Parker, of New Richmond, Ohio, on April 7.
Hay barn fires a real hazard when the rain keeps coming
Hay fires are caused when bacteria in wet hay create so much heat that the hay spontaneously combusts. Learn how to monitor hay to prevent a fire.
Raising compassion
Kym Seabolt's sage Mother’s Day advice is practice and preach kindness. Always.
The impact of a dog’s life
Judith Sutherland shares her family's long history with English Shepherds.
Birds and their battles with reflections
As male birds claim their territories and try to attract a mate, they try to eliminate competition during breeding season, which can lead to window battles.
