Do you know what these needles were used for?
Hazard a Guess Item No. 1302 comes from Prospect, Ohio. Do you know what it is?
The love of reading lasts a lifetime
From Scholastic fairs to overflowing shelves, a lifelong reader explores why we can never have "too many books" and the memories hidden between the pages.
Do you need to reevaluate the nitrogen strategy on your farm?
Nitrogen prices are surging in 2026. Learn how to use the MRTN calculator and Ohio State University Extension tools to find the most profitable nitrogen rate for your corn crop.
Quitting my job to focus on protein full-time
From surviving on garden hoses and Twizzlers to needing a bucket of water daily just to feel alive—Kymberly Foster Seabolt's hilarious take on the modern wellness struggle.
The fog calendar: A blizzard validates ancient folk wisdom
Eliza Blue shares how the "fog calendar" accurately predicted a South Dakota blizzard, bringing much-needed moisture to the prairie during calving season.
Peach pit carving: The forgotten folk art of Ohio pioneers
Discover the history of peach pit carving, from its ancient Chinese roots to 19th-century American pioneers and the famous art of Albert William Gimbi, the Pennsylvania Peach Pit Carver.
War in the Middle East and the growing toll on American farms
As U.S.-Israel tensions ignite, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz sends oil and fertilizer prices skyrocketing. Alan Guebert talks through how the numbers are hitting U.S. farms.
The identity of the mystery ax from West Virginia is revealed
Mystery solved! See how a rare, forged stone mason’s ax from Cool Ridge, WV, was used to finish stone walls and why it required a "heck of an arm" to use.
Field tile management: Tips for scouting and repairing field drainage
Before the planter hits the soil, it’s time to scout your fields. Learn how to maintain drainage tile, clear outlets and prevent costly blowouts this spring.
Spring pasture management: Why early turnout can cost you big
Don’t let the March green-up fool you. Rushing livestock onto wet pastures can cause season-long damage. Learn how to prep your herd and your land for a healthy turnout.
