Horse owners need options for humane disposal of animal
Editor:I would like to know when will people wake up to the problems American horses and their owners are facing. The horse industry is...
How to get rid of poison hemlock for good
By cutting poison hemlock down after flowering, you can eliminate its potential to produce more seeds. Peak bloom for is in late May and early June.
Shade and water: A cow’s best friends
High summer temperatures and heat indexes over 100 degrees put livestock at risk. Ohio State University Extension Educator Catelyn Turner shares practical tips on utilizing shade and managing water sources to reduce cattle heat stress, protect weight gains, and maintain reproductive health.
The role of dairy farming in America’s legacy
Ohio State Extension educator Dwight Roseler considers the role of dairy farming in America's legacy, and what it takes to survive in the industry.
Choosing fly fishing over golf did not save me any money
Former wildlife officer Jim Abrams looks back at his decision to skip golf and take up fly fishing instead. Inspired by Bing Crosby, a winter trip to an East Palestine sports shop started a lifelong passion that proved a "simple" rural hobby can still empty your wallet.
Feeding corn to deer could be death sentence
Just days after 20 inches of snow blanketed the ridge, a second storm arrived. We could have another 8 inches by morning.
Such conditions bring...
Summer manure application: How to protect your nutrients and neighbor relations
Summer manure application after wheat harvest is a great way to recycle nutrients, but it requires a plan. Ashland SWCD's Jane Houin talks about how pairing manure with cover crops protects water quality, stretches your fertilizer dollar and how proactive communication keeps neighbor relations strong.
World Cup tourists are obsessed with American ranch dressing
The 2026 World Cup is bringing global visitors to the U.S., and social media is buzzing with their love for American culture. From the scale of our scenery to an unexpected obsession with ranch dressing that has the TSA on high alert, Kymberly Foster Seabolt highlights the fun.
The mulberry tree
Tami Gingrich was recently surprised by the amount of fruit hanging from a white mulberry tree, and even more surprised to find out it's invasive in Ohio.
Graduation of good parenting
As graduation season arrives, it’s normal to feel emotional about your children growing up. But letting go isn't an ending—it's a beautiful transition. Learn why the ultimate goal of parenting is raising independent adults who no longer need you, but still genuinely want you around.
