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.
Do you recognize Item No. 1270?
Item No. 1270 comes to us from Jay Goodell, of Goodell Family Farm, with no additional information. Can you help us solve the mystery?
Planning prevents poor performance in woodlots
Whether you're trying to preserve a woodlot or use it for production, planning is a key step to achieve your goals.
Wildlife habitat 101
A lot goes into setting up and managing a wildlife habitat. Jim Abrams provides tips to help landowners get started.
On the farm, and everywhere, water is vital for life
Eliza Blue's chores remind her water is life. Every drop holds a history of the world, a baptism into a constant reimagining of the same unending dance.






















