Ringing steel and a cloud of gun powder
A timeless sport, vintage rifles and a rising young sharpshooter—this black powder match blends history, mentorship and heart in Friendship, Indiana.
Enjoying a summer road trip — corn sweats and all
A muggy road trip, fly battles, corn sweat, and outdoor theater—travel tales from a folk opera tour that’s full of heat, humor and unexpected hospitality.
Worldwide research on silage
OSU Extension educator Jason Hartschuh offers advice on managing DON levels, feed spoilage, food waste silage, baleage and safety practices for harvest.
Soil Testing 101: Know the basics
Wonder what's in your soil? A simple test can boost crop yields, garden growth and lawn health — without wasting money on unneeded fertilizer.
The positive and negative effects of trees on livestock
Shade trees help livestock stay cool and reduce stress, but some trees pose toxic risks. Learn how to balance shade, safety and shelter in your pasture.
Dairy farm chores always come first
Judith Sutherland's childhood heartbreak over missing her cousin's wedding reveals timeless lessons about sacrifice and the rigid rhythms of farm life.
Big business vs. family farms
A new farm bill loophole favors legal entities over family farms, enabling massive payouts, while cutting food aid and burdening low-income households.
Settlers worked up big appetites, but what did they put on their plates?
Discover what early settlers really ate—and how Winslow Homer’s art shaped a myth about life on the American frontier.
Bottles and boxes
Kym Seabolt pens a love letter to old homes, quirky renovations, vintage treasures and the timeless joy of turning hand-me-downs into a warm, personal home.
American kestrel nest box success
A nest box trail in Ohio helps boost American kestrel populations, offering landowners a rare chance to support the recovery of this falcon in decline.
