Friday, January 2, 2026
Thanksgiving meal

For every dollar Americans spend on their Thanksgiving dinner this year, farmers and ranchers will earn approximately 11.9 cents.
farm scene

With climate change likely to be a major conversation over the next four years or more, agriculture and forestry groups are looking for a seat at the table through climate coalitions — even if that means working with groups that have traditionally differed on climate policy ideals.
jersey dairy cows eating

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said 1,550 farmers got $7.6 million for losses due to dumped or displaced milk through the Dairy Indemnity Program.
Ohio Department of Health Mask-Wearing Sign

Find out how to report noncompliance with Ohio's statewide mandatory mask order and learn about the COVID-19 resources available in each health district.
solar panels in a field

Calls to repeal House Bill 6 have gotten louder after Sam Randazzo, chairman of the PUCO, resigned Nov. 20 after the FBI raided his home.
white tailed deer

Find all the details and resources for Ohio's white-tailed deer gun hunting seasons here.
archery

Ohio's white-tailed deer archery hunters have taken 53,922 white-tailed deer through Nov. 8. Check out the complete county-by-county breakdown.
Bobby "Dr. Bob" VanStavern speaks after a sale, in 1978. (Submitted photo)

In meat science as in life, Ohio State Extension professor Bobby VanStavern was a listener and champion of others, an unwavering rock with a warm presence.
glass of milk

The Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program is offering a $3,000 scholarship to students with an interest in the dairy marketing industry.
Spotted Lanternfly

USDA confirmed dead spotted lanternflies were found in Michigan; however, there is no evidence of established populations of spotted lanternfly in Michigan.