Thursday, July 30, 2026
A black and white image of an addict, dead beneath a sheet, arm outstretched, pills in the palm of their lifeless hand and littering the floor near their hand.

This special report focuses on the opioid crisis in rural Ohio and Pennsylvania. It was written to raise awareness, dispel myths and share solutions.
oak leaves

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announces an opportunity to restore oak-hickory woodlands in southeastern Ohio.
Potato production

Pennsylvania's largest potato producer is building upon its history of innovation to solve several problems.
Child and doctor

While some are diagnosed with scoliosis as babies or toddlers, most cases occur during the pre-teen years.
Stone Lab

Applications are open for 2018 classes for high school students, college students, teachers and the public at Stone Laboratory.
Ohio State ag ed

Ohio State agriscience education students Logan Heiby and Frances Nicol were selected to attend the Future Agriscience Teacher (FAST) Symposium.
strawberries

A publication released by the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association will help produce farmers meet new federal food safety rules.
drain

Proper operation and maintenance of your septic system can have a significant impact on how well it works and how long it lasts.
soybean harvest

Harvest progress has been good so far, but it looks like we're in for some rainy weather.

Farm and Dairy readers share their pumpkin art — carved, painted and decorated.