Giving thanks when salad is not a salad
A humorous look at Midwest “salad” culture, where holiday salads mean Jell-O, cool whip and canned fruit, not greens. Know the assignment this Thanksgiving.
The Hunt Supper: A simple, yet meaningful, tradition
A century-old Hancock County Hunt Supper tradition reveals family bonds, timeless recipes and stories carried across generations.
Three strikes and you’re out
Congress extends the 2018 Farm Bill again, leaving farmers facing rising costs, lower prices and unstable markets despite billions in federal payments.
How to use a Pearson Square
A Pearson Square is a simple method for small-scale livestock producers to calculate a livestock ration when using a few ingredients.
Looking after the rafter’s ghost
Ohio’s historic barns once sheltered barn owls, now a threatened species. Conservationists work to restore habitat, protect nests and revive populations.
Shelter in place — like the bees
Cold temps ground most bees, but research shows some forage even near 40 F by shivering to heat their flight muscles.
Sometimes the farms we visit least are prioritizing conservation the best
A passionate no-till, cover-crop champion earns Wayne County’s 2025 Conservation Farm Award, celebrating his devotion to soil health and community.
Finding peace in the difficult tasks
A shepherd reflects on the heartbreak of selling sheep, shifting priorities, and finding comfort in her loyal dog and the rhythms of pasture life.
Caring for cows in a strong market
Strong beef prices are reshaping dairy strategy. Good calf care, timely culling and welfare-focused decisions help dairies capture value.
It’s OK to play second fiddle to another female once a year
A wife reflects on 42 years of marriage—and the annual November “other woman” who always wins her husband’s heart: his beloved coon-hunting dog, Tracey.
