Wednesday, April 1, 2026
crocus

Judith Sutherland recalls her father's excitement over the first signs of spring because it meant planting wasn't far behind.
playground

Kymberly Seabolt recalls feeling tough in her younger years, wishing the ability to bounce back applied to the aches and pains of aging.
dandelion at sunset

Eliza Blue ruminates on what it means to live a life well lived, as her days are marked by both the beginnings and ends of lives.
Corn planting

Marlin Clark weighs in on wheat, soybean and corn prices, expecting changes in the grain markets to come early in the week and trading to slow by its end.
Badger

Instead of being wary of a larger predator that could pose a danger, some badgers will team up with a coyote as a hunting partner. 
dairy cows in freestall barn

Feed costs often make up about 50% of the cost of milk production, so farmers need to monitor it closely as it has a major impact on a farm's profitability.
tax form

Bryce Angell crafts a poem about his disdain for paying taxes.
deer

There are a few actions that can be taken to reduce the yield loss in hay fields from damage caused by white-tailed deer.
boots dancing

Not long ago, many people met through 4-H, bordering school events, community club gatherings or square dances.
garden seeds

The warmer weather has beckoned Eliza Blue out of her house and into her greenhouse. Springtime gardening and chores are calling her to get started.