Behind the cute, clever behavior of the killdeer
Killdeer are shorebirds, but many live in farm fields with short vegetation. They are relentless in protecting their nests and use a few tactics to do so.
Sled dogs embody tenacity, grit, determination
Julie Geiss recalls the incredible relay of dog sled teams that transported antitoxin serum to Nome, Alaska during an outbreak of diphtheria in 1924.
Reader: Eminent domain is legal, but not ethical
A reader shares the story of land seized from a farmer near the village of Lagrange, concluding eminent domain may be legal, but perhaps not ethical.
Be proactive in manure management
Being proactive in the management of livestock manure is the best defense against a pollution complaint.
Sometimes having patience is the best thing to do
Judith Sutherland recalls being taught the virtue of patience during childhood and many situations where being patient paid off.
Doing maintenance now will save you critical time
Going through each piece of equipment we utilize for making hay now will make sure that it will function to the highest level of efficiency.
Can you hazard a guess at what our new antique tool is?
Well done! You solved last week's new item in record time. Can you do it again this week?
Growing roots to stay grounded, healthy
Eliza Blue has learned in order to support healthy, sustainable growth above ground, there needs to be an equal amount of growth below ground.
The little white church
The church Kym Seabolt's children grew up in will be the site of her daughter's wedding, proving that time marches on, but strong roots remain.
How many heifers do I need?
Several factors go into answering every producer's main question: How many heifers do I need? An Ohio State University Extension educator provides insight.
