Ohio’s dog auctions should be banned
Editor:As an individual whose family members include farmers and breeders, it is my firm belief reporter Chris Kick has chosen to ignore the legitimate...
True tales from the tractor seat
In the early 1970s, I finished spraying a field, and parked the tractor at the driveway with the booms still out. Then, I forgot about it.
Is it puppy or horse love? Spring has arrived
There were all sorts of signs. One by one these signs sort of tapped me on the shoulder, trying to get my attention. My...
Local food important, but won’t solve nation’s nutrition disconnect
We can't push and prod and tout local foods without pushing nutrition education.
Seven steps to green yards, gardens
This year, before jumping back into your usual lawn and garden practices, the soil and water conservation districts of Ohio urge you to do something different: Before reaching for that spade or sprayer, dare to try on something green.
Suppose you support reform
Suppose the House Ag Committee asks you to come to Washington to offer your ideas on how to improve the Farm Bill for its...
Breaking up with the big box stores
Why is it that the so-called "big box" home improvement warehouses (named after the merchandise or their resemblance to big boxes, no one knows...
Respect: Key aspect of Memorial Day
Even though Memorial Day is not quite here, this column is better enjoyed before than after the fact.
I have kept a letter from Juanita...
Erosion, sediment control regulations impact more of life than you think
I have a bad habit of assuming that everyone knows all there is to know about erosion/sediment control-- that it fascinates and holds the...
