The simplest answer often turns out to be the best answer
A simple act of kindness can change everything. A grandmother and her granddaughter rediscover the power of apology and the Golden Rule.
Farmers are holding a bad hand in a rigged game
U.S. soybean farmers face a losing hand as tariffs, a government shutdown and a $20-billion Argentina bailout stack the deck against American agriculture.
Furnishing the fireplace was the domain of the blacksmith
Early settlers relied on andirons and pokers for efficient fires and cooking. Blacksmiths turned these tools into folk art, crafting imaginative designs.
It’s a wild life for wildlife
From bats and runaway peacocks to divorcing tortoises, nature proves once again it’s not to be trusted, but always provides endless laughs and lessons.
I wait for autumn
As summer fades, autumn arrives with color and gratitude. A hunter finds beauty, memories and meaning in the fleeting rhythm of changing seasons.
How do we determine soil health?
Healthy soil sustains life. Minimize disturbance, keep living roots, boost biodiversity and maintain cover to improve yields, water quality and resilience.
A season of change: 10 thoughts to consider this fall
Warm fall weather has brought both opportunities and challenges. Now’s the time to assess forage, prep for winter, plan finances and review your legacy.
Management options for thin new alfalfa stands
Wet springs and dry summers made 2025 a tough year for new alfalfa stands. Learn how to assess poor emergence, manage autotoxicity and plan resiliently.
The things that hold real value to us are never actually things
Selling calves marks a year’s work measured in a single day — a reminder that real wealth isn’t money, but meaning, community and the love we share.
Gathering together keeps our family connections alive
A family reunion recalls a Depression-era tale of a boy, his grandmother’s ruined hat and the lasting threads that tie generations together through memory.
