Monday, January 19, 2026

U.S. farmers are facing one of the widest gaps in a decade between what they pay to produce food and what they earn from selling it.

The ODNR reports a massive win for Lake Erie fishing: walleye and west zone yellow perch hatches hit the top 10 of the last 38 years. See what this means for your next catch.

Journalist Jake Zajkowski reports from Kenya, blending immersive travel writing with firsthand insights on agriculture, coffee, tea, fisheries and smallholder farming.

Speaking of birds... Learn how live-cut Christmas trees can be recycled after the holidays to create habitat for Ohio’s birds, fish, and wildlife across the state. Plus find drop-off locations across Ohio and western Pennsylvania.

The Wayne SWCD Conservation Education Award was presented to Tom Dilyard, recognizing his outstanding dedication to environmental outreach and community recycling efforts.
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The annual dairy conference brings together dairy producers and allied industry representatives who want to grow their skills and network with individuals across the dairy industry.

Episode 38 of Farm and Dairy’s Weekly Rundown: Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley cover Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 headlines, from ham radio to orphan well explosion.
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Ohio’s new property tax laws may save taxpayers millions, but at what cost to rural schools and first responders? Explore the impact these changes could have on local budgets.

William Kolehmainen received the 2025 Conservation Farm Award for initiatives he has implemented on his grain and beef farm in Enon Valley, Pennsylvania.

Photojournalist Matthew Chasney reflects on documenting grassroots short track racing, the people behind it, and why preserving this community matters now more than ever.