Monday, June 15, 2026
fertilizer

Since nutrients are one of the largest input costs on the farm, we want to make sure we are only purchasing and applying what we need.
wheat field

There will be a shortfall in Russian wheat export sales due to the war in Ukraine. Alan Guebert explains how much this will impact global supply.
FSR Deere head on

A reader comments on a recent article about a complaint filed against John Deere for keeping owners and private shops from repairing their equipment.
cows on pasture , dairy, farm bill,

Having a mixed stand, whether for hay or pasture, has several benefits. Including legumes can reduce nitrogen needs for the field. 
puppy

Having two puppies at the same time is the kind of treachery reserved for the truly brave or the slightly unhinged, Eliza Blue is doing it nonetheless.
birthday

Judith Sutherland reminds readers there is no guarantee on the number of birthdays in a lifetime and encourages everyone to make each one count.
spring sunrise with flower

Covid, worldly news, the cost of inflation and weather have us all questioning the normalcy of life. Bonnie Ayars weighs in on the meaning of normal now.
cowboy boots

Have you ever been judged solely on your appearance after a hard day's work? Bryce Angell understands how you feel and he wrote a poem about it.
cherry trees

Julie Geiss and her daughter explore parts of Athens County and check out the first spring blossoms in their latest day trip.

Two items were identified this week, and a new mystery to solve. Can you hazard a guess on what it is?