Monday, June 29, 2026
row crop planting

Corn prices have crashed with the news that the planted corn acres will be wildly higher than expected.
dandelion collage

Although most people consider dandelions weeds, the plant has been used as food and medicine for hundreds of years.

Metal frame and chains, this barn find is a mystery to us. Maybe the words on the crossbars will help you hazard a guess at how this was used.
pink marshmallow peeps

Easter without Peeps is almost unthinkable. How did they gain such a foothold on things?
turkey

Although the seasonal change to spring has been showing hints of an early arrival it's a sure bet the real deal will be in its full glory by opening day of Ohio's popular spring wild turkey season.
planting field

Breaking New Ground Agricultural producers are reminded to consult with FSA and NRCS before breaking out new ground for production purposes as doing so without prior authorization may put a producer's federal farm program benefits in jeopardy.
corn harvest

Last year, according to U.S. Department of Commerce data, American ag sales to Cuba hit $149 million, the lowest level since 2002.
Carolina wren

Though Carolina wrens eschew traditional nest boxes, they are easily coaxed into a simple box that takes advantage of this wren's loose definition of a cavity.
Prairie scene

Hard work and dreams of what could be, pushed early Americans to survive.
Egyptian walking onion

Perennial food plants are unique because they produce several seasons of crops over many years. Learn why you should grow perennial foods, and get 8 recommendations for perennials to include in your food garden.