A Dakota tradition: Lessons in lefse
Discover the art of making lefse in this "Accidental Rancher" excerpt. Explore the history, technique, and heartwarming tradition of this Dakota holiday staple.
How to beat the winter blues: Science-backed tips to boost your mood
Beat the winter blues with these science-backed tips from OSU Extension's Family and Consumer Sciences Educators. Discover how light therapy, movement and cozy routines can boost your mood during the darkest months.
Alan Guebert: Figures don’t lie, but we often lie to ourselves
Explore the true cost of 2025’s ag policy, from record export deficits and tariffs to billions in hidden subsidies that challenge fiscal integrity.
What can you do to improve soil health during winter feeding?
Avoid pasture damage this winter. Noble SWCD’s Kirstin Roman explains how unrolling bales and strip-grazing can boost soil organic matter and animal health.
The gift of time: Why sometimes the best holiday service is just listening
A retired Ohio DNR game warden shares a moving story about the true meaning of the holidays: service, shared memories, and the power of listening.
A story waiting to be told: Part 2
Judith Sutherland continues to tell the story of her great uncle, who decided early on that farming life was not for him.
From ranching to records: Finding a season of peace amidst the holiday whirlwind
Eliza Blue reflects on a warm South Dakota Christmas, a new album, and the beautiful chaos of ranch life in this year-end "Little Pasture on the Prairie."
Drought, rain and recovery: Navigating southeast Ohio’s rollercoaster forage year
Athens County OSU Extension's Ed Brown reviews the 2025 grazing season and offers expert tips on soil testing and pasture renovation for a productive 2026.
Surviving the family dinner: Why you should never discuss politics or holes in jeans
Writer Kymberly Foster Seabolt explores the beauty of "last" holidays, passing down family recipes, and the simple rules for a joyful, drama-free Christmas.
Help us identify Item No. 1298
Item. No. 1298 is about 8 inches long and just over 3 inches wide. It’s held together with metal. The two sides slide back and forth. It has a point on one end.























